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Match of Cerakote™ Ral 8000 H-8000 *
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A match of Cerakote Ral 8000 H-8000 is a muted olive-brown khaki with a warm, earthy undertone. It reads as a medium-dark earth tone rather than a clean green or a red brown, and the lower LRV gives it a grounded, subdued appearance.
MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish in custom spray paint for touch-up after transportation damage, installation damage, fabrication work, field drilling, or missed spots in the original finish. It can also be used on brackets, housings, end caps, screw heads, trim plugs, clips, and other ancillary parts that need to coordinate with a Cerakote-coated assembly.
Because this is a relatively dark, muted finish, substrate color, film build, and sheen can change how warm or olive it appears once sprayed. On small repair areas, surface texture and boundary lines may be more noticeable than the color shift itself.
When the job is going beside an existing cured part, the color reference is only part of the match. A fresh liquid touch-up can still read differently from an aged coated finish because gloss, wear, and surface texture affect how the color is seen.
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About Cerakote Paint
Cerakote® is the world leader in firearm coatings. Since 1984, Cerakote has focused on developing and manufacturing ceramic coatings which are used by more firearm manufacturers than any other firearm coating.
Matching Cerakote Paint Colors
MyPerfectColor is able match most of the Cerakote paint colors in touch up paint. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to precisely match the color and sheen of the original Cerakote color by matching the original Cerakote swatches (when purchasing spray paint, paint pens and brush in cap bottles). MyPerfectColor is not using Cerakote paint.
The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Cerakote Color and may not match Cerakote Color standards. Refer to Cerakote Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Cerakote color. If you intend to touch up paint that is old, know that your color has undoubtedly changed from the original due to exposure to light and age and the new paint may not match. You will achieve best results by re-coating the entire surface.
If you need more assistance, please feel free to contact us and one of our expert staff would be happy to help.
Frequently Asked Questions About Match of Cerakote™ Ral 8000 H-8000 *
Will MyPerfectColor match Cerakote Ral 8000 H-8000 exactly on an existing cured part?
MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish, but a fresh touch-up beside an older cured part can still read differently because gloss, texture, cure, film build, substrate, age, and batch variation all affect appearance.
If the repair must blend tightly with an existing finished part, an approved sample or the actual part is the safer reference.
Is Cerakote Ral 8000 H-8000 a good choice for touch-up after chips, scratches, or missed spots?
Yes. A match of Cerakote Ral 8000 H-8000 is commonly used for touch-up after transportation damage, installation damage, fabrication damage, handling marks, rubbed edges, drilled holes, cut edges, field modifications, or missed spots in the original finish.
MyPerfectColor makes a match of Cerakote Ral 8000 H-8000 so you can repair the damaged area with a coordinated color and finish.
Can Cerakote Ral 8000 H-8000 be used on screw heads, plastic snaps, or trim plugs that cannot go through the original process?
Yes. A match of Cerakote Ral 8000 H-8000 can be used on ancillary items such as screw heads, rivet heads, clips, covers, trim plugs, end caps, fastener hardware, and similar small parts that need to coordinate with a coated assembly.
MyPerfectColor custom-matched paint is a practical option when the item cannot go through the original coating process but still needs close color coordination.
If Cerakote Ral 8000 H-8000 is a liquid coating reference, will a liquid touch-up look identical to the cured factory finish?
Not always. Even when MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish, a fresh liquid touch-up can still look different next to the cured original finish because the original part may have different gloss, texture, cure, surface prep, film build, or age.
Use the reference color when ordering, but if the repair will sit next to an existing part, evaluate the actual part or a sample panel when the visual tolerance is tight.
How can I keep repeat orders of Cerakote Ral 8000 H-8000 consistent across related parts?
Reorder by the exact brand color name, Cerakote Ral 8000 H-8000, and use the same product format for the same job whenever possible.
MyPerfectColor custom-matched paint is made to precisely match the color and finish, but final appearance can still shift with substrate, prep, surrounding part age, and the fact that a fresh touch-up is being compared with an existing cured finish.
For repeat work, keep a sample or approved part from the original job if the match is critical.
How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Cerakote Ral 8000 H-8000?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Cerakote Ral 8000 H-8000 depends on the type of paint needed. Interior and exterior house paints usually ship within 1 to 3 business days, while custom spray paint typically takes 3-5 business days to ship. The transit time depends on your location and the shipping method you choose. If your need is immediate, select Expedited Production during checkout. Most expedited production orders ship within 24 hours on business days. Please contact MyPerfectColor if you are concerned about a specific deadline. We do our best to make sure you get your paint on time. Learn more about paint lead times at MyPerfectColor.
Can I use this as touch up paint for the Cerakote Ral 8000 H-8000 coating?
Yes, you can use the acrylic enamel paint as a touch up for the Cerakote Ral 8000 H-8000 coating. MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and sheen of the official Cerakote color sample. However, there may be some variation to your specific coating material due to aging, paint differences and application method. For ultra-critical matching requirements, you may consider having MyPerfectColor create a touch up solution precisely matching the color and sheen of your specific coating batch by sending us an actual part.
Learn more about our color matching services.
What type of paint is used to make touch up for the Cerakote Ral 8000 H-8000? And how much area will one can of spray paint cover?
To make touch up paint for the Cerakote Ral 8000 H-8000, MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint enables you to conveniently achieve a professional spray-smooth finish in any color in any sheen. It sticks well to most surfaces including metal, plastics, powder-coatings, cabinets and primed or previously painted wood.
MyPerfectColor offers two spray can sizes - 11oz net weight and 4.5oz net weight. The 11oz spray will cover about 20 square feet per coat. The smaller can, which is perfect for manufacturers who want to include a can with product shipments, will cover about 7 square feet.
Will the paint match both the color and the sheen of the original Cerakote Ral 8000 H-8000 coating?
MyPerfectColor acrylic enamel paint matching the Cerakote Ral 8000 H-8000 will match both the color and sheen. MyPerfectColor precisely matches the original coating to serve as touch up paint. MyPerfectColor is matching from original Cerakote metal swatches. There may be variation due to batch processes, aging and paint type differences. Learn more about touch up paint solutions.
How does MyPerfectColor match paint to the Cerakote Ral 8000 H-8000 color?
MyPerfectColor has the original Cerakote Ral 8000 H-8000 sample in our color archive. We are able to make paint and verify that it matches the original.
Please note that there maybe differences between the color sample in our archive and your materials due to variation in manufacturing processes, aging, etc.
MyPerfectColor matches the Cerakote Ral 8000 H-8000 by scanning the sample with state of the art spectrophotometer and color matching software. The color match is refined through an iterative process to improve the match accuracy of both the color and sheen. MyPerfectColor has an extensive pigment library of over 100 different pigments that include organic and inorganic dispersions, aluminum, bronze and mica-based metallics and pearlescents, and fluorescent pigments. MyPerfectColor can achieve any sheen between flat and gloss. Note that difficult to match colors like metallics, pearlescents, and fluorescents will not match precisely - MyPerfectColor will get as close as possible, but the quality of these matches will not be as good due to the inherent limitations of matching these types of effect colors. Learn more about our color matching services.
Do I need a primer for Cerakote Ral 8000 H-8000?
The need for primer for Cerakote Ral 8000 H-8000 depends on the type of paint, the substrate being painted and where it will be located. See our Primer Selection Table to see what primer you might need and learn more about when you might need a primer. Most people don't use a primer for a touch up paint application, but a primer may improve adhesion and is typically recommended for exterior applications.
Color details
RGB: 147 119 80
HEX: #937750
LRV: 20.03%
Color properties
Color Type:
Standard
Hide:
Standard
Match Source:
Control panel
Match Type:
Physical match
Textured:
No
Match Quality:
Touch up grade
Source on hand:
Yes
Color Category:
Paint
