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A match of Kelly Moore AC16-N Mars Red is a deep, muted red with a warm brown cast. It reads more earthy than bright, with moderate chroma and a low LRV that keep it grounded and fairly dark rather than clear or vivid.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to this color can be useful on sprayed parts and small fixtures that need a subdued red tone, such as shutters, railings, mailboxes, vent covers, switch plates, shelf brackets, speaker grilles, cabinet pulls, lamp bases, and other metal, plastic, wood, or previously coated accessories after proper preparation. It also suits repair parts and removable components where a repeatable color reference matters more than the original manufacturer of the coating.
Because this is a deeper color, surface prep and substrate color can affect the final read. Light or uneven bases may need more build for full coverage, and sheen will change how much the brown undertone shows. On smooth glossy parts, sanding marks, texture, and film build can be easier to notice, so an even application matters.
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Since 1946, Kelly-Moore Paints has provided quality, innovative products, and exceptional service at a fair value. Kelly-Moore’s more than 1,700 new colors present endless color combinations.
MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Kelly Moore color by matching the original Kelly Moore color books and swatches.
The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Kelly Moore Color and may not match Kelly Moore Color standards. Refer to Kelly Moore Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Kelly Moore color. If you intend to touch up paint that has been on your walls for years, 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.
Confirm the target from a physical swatch, an original brand color chip, or a known existing painted reference for Kelly Moore AC16-N Mars Red before ordering. MyPerfectColor makes a custom match to that color reference, so the code helps identify the target color, but it does not define sheen, product type, or how an existing surface has aged.
If you only have a screen view of AC16-N Mars Red, use that only as a starting point. For the lowest risk of ordering the wrong match, verify the actual original brand color reference first, then choose the MyPerfectColor format you need.
Even when the match of Kelly Moore AC16-N Mars Red is correct, lighting can change how it reads on the finished item. Bright daylight, indoor lighting, shadows, and nearby surfaces can make the same coating appear slightly different from place to place.
Sheen, texture, and substrate also affect appearance. If the item will sit beside an existing painted surface, expect the finished look to be influenced by both the new coating and the older surface next to it. That is why a match of AC16-N Mars Red should be chosen with the final placement and lighting in mind.
Yes. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Kelly Moore AC16-N Mars Red is a practical choice for small parts and hardware such as switch covers, knobs, vents, speaker grilles, brackets, trim pieces, and similar items where a smooth sprayed finish is useful.
For these projects, the main decision is whether spray application is the right format for the part and whether the surface is properly prepared. If you need a repeatable color on removable or small components, a match of AC16-N Mars Red in spray form is often the most practical option.
Choose the sheen based on how the part will be used and how much reflectivity you want, not just on the color name. A match of Kelly Moore AC16-N Mars Red can look different in flat, satin, semi-gloss, or gloss because sheen changes both shine and how the color reads on the finished item.
Higher-sheen finishes are usually easier to wipe clean and can look more reflective. Lower-sheen finishes reduce shine but may show less surface reflection. If you are matching an existing item, try to match the sheen of the surrounding surface as closely as possible so the finished piece reads as intended.
Before ordering, confirm the exact Kelly Moore AC16-N Mars Red reference, the MyPerfectColor product format, the sheen, and the quantity you need. Custom-matched orders are made specifically for your color target, so they should be checked carefully before checkout.
Once a custom color order is made, it is not returnable or refundable. That is why it is important to verify the reference color and product details first, especially if the paint will be used on a visible part, a replacement component, or a surface that needs repeatable matching.
MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Kelly Moore AC16-N Mars Red 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.
The MyPerfectColor 11oz spray will cover about 20 square feet per coat. Keep in mind that it is difficult to gauge spray paint need as the coverage is highly dependent on how it is applied. Learn more about how spray paint works at MyPerfectColor.
MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Kelly Moore AC16-N Mars Red in its color archive. This enables us to make paint and verify that it matches the original.
Please note that if your material is not new then the paint may not work for touch up as your material has aged and is likely different than it was when new. Learn more about our color matching accuracy. If you need a touch up application, send us a part and we can create a touch up solution precisely matching the current color and sheen of your specific materials.
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While we can provide Kelly Moore AC16-N Mars Red in paint, we don't provide any crossover information. We've found that every paint company offers its own unique selection of colors and rarely does a color have an exact equivalent in another brand.
However, under the color image on a color page there is a link that says "Explore Colors". Clicking this link displays colors with similar values and you can look for any colors from the brand you want.
Keep in mind that this just shows similar colors based on the color values we have stored in our database. It doesn't mean it is the same or give any approximation about how close the color is. You can play around with the Hue, Lightness and Chroma sliders to expand the selection.