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Match of Formica™ 8840-58 Natural Ribbonwood *

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A match of Formica 8840-58 Natural Ribbonwood is a light-to-medium warm neutral with a beige-gray base and a soft brown-gold undertone. It reads muted rather than crisp, with low chroma and a restrained wood-toned character.

For direct touch up on factory-finished laminate surfaces after shipping damage, installation marks, field cutting, or service work, only product options labeled Original Material Match are suitable because they include a sheen match. For replacement parts and separate paintable components, MyPerfectColor spray paint matched to this color can be used on edge trim, access covers, display panels, vent grilles, brackets, sample boards, and other ancillary items that need to coordinate with the laminate reference.

This color's lower chroma and light value make it easier to blend on clean, even substrates than on dark or uneven ones, where underlying contrast can still affect the result. Gloss, texture, embossing, and film build can all change how the color reads once applied, especially beside an installed surface that has aged differently.

For factory-finish work in this collection, keep the job-specific distinction in mind: Original Material Match is the touch-up path, while other MyPerfectColor formats are better for broader repainting, replacement parts, or coordinated accessories where a sheen-matched repair is not the goal.

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About Formica Colors

For over 100 years, Formica has been a worldwide leading provider of designed surfaces for commercial and residential customers. Formica is the world’s largest manufacturer of high pressure laminate (HPL).

Matching Formica Colors

MyPerfectColor is able match all of the Formica colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Formica color by matching the original Formica color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using Formica paint.

The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Formica Color and may not match Formica Color standards. Refer to Formica Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Formica color. If you intend to touch up paint that has been on your fixtures 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.

Frequently Asked Questions About Match of Formica™ 8840-58 Natural Ribbonwood *

Can I use 8840-58 Natural Ribbonwood by Formica for touch up after shipping damage or field cutting?

Yes, if you are repairing shipping damage, installation damage, field cutting, service work, rub marks, edge damage, or scratches on a factory-finished building material, order MyPerfectColor paint matched to Formica 8840-58 Natural Ribbonwood. For direct touch up in this collection, only product options labeled Original Material Match are suitable because they include a sheen match.

Other MyPerfectColor product types, such as water-based housepaint, urethane, or epoxy, can still be color-matched, but they are not the right choice for direct touch up on a factory-finished surface.

Why might Formica 8840-58 Natural Ribbonwood look different on an older installed surface than on the original color reference?

An installed Formica 8840-58 Natural Ribbonwood surface can change over time because of sun exposure, weathering, chalking, sheen change, texture, embossing, and batch variation. That means the original brand color reference can be correct and still look different beside an aged surface.

If the repair is high visibility or the approval tolerance is tight, a factory sample or an existing part is usually the safer reference than the nominal color alone.

Which MyPerfectColor product format should I choose for Formica 8840-58 Natural Ribbonwood touch up versus a replacement part?

For direct touch up on a factory-finished building material, choose Original Material Match when it is available because it includes a sheen match. That is the best fit for small repair areas on Formica 8840-58 Natural Ribbonwood.

If you are painting a separate replacement part, accessory, or larger coordinated component, other MyPerfectColor matched formats may be appropriate. Water-based housepaint, urethane, and epoxy are color-matched options, but they should not be treated as direct touch-up products for this collection because they do not include a sheen match.

How should I use Formica 8840-58 Natural Ribbonwood for laminate and fixture parts?

A match of Formica 8840-58 Natural Ribbonwood is a laminate brand color reference, so it is useful when a display, fixture, trim detail, edge piece, accessory, sample board, kiosk, panel, hardware item, or other fabricated component needs to coordinate with that finish. MyPerfectColor makes a matched paint to the selected color reference for those kinds of parts.

If the job is direct touch up on a factory-finished surface, use Original Material Match when available because touch up in this collection needs a sheen match.

When is an existing part or factory sample better than ordering from Formica 8840-58 Natural Ribbonwood alone?

An existing part or factory sample is the better reference when the installed Formica 8840-58 Natural Ribbonwood surface has aged, when the finish is highly visible, or when the approval tolerance is tight. In those cases, the original color reference may not fully capture the current look of the installed material.

Using a sample or existing part helps reduce the risk caused by age, sheen, texture, embossing, and batch variation. MyPerfectColor can still make a match to the brand color reference, but the closer the visual requirement, the more useful the sample becomes.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Formica 8840-58 Natural Ribbonwood?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Formica 8840-58 Natural Ribbonwood 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 Formica 8840-58 Natural Ribbonwood paint to touch up my Formica laminate?

If you want to touch up, or need a precise match of the color and sheen of the Formica 8840-58 Natural Ribbonwood, choose spray paint, paint pens or touch up bottles. However, keep in mind that our version of the Formica 8840-58 Natural Ribbonwood is based on matching an official Formica color sample we have in our archives. The color and sheen of your specific Formica materials may vary. If your laminate is not new, then it is likely that the color has changed over time. If your need for a precise match is critical, we recommend that you send a sample so we can create a touch up solution precisely matching the materials of your specific batch.

Learn more about our color matching service.

What are the LRV, HEX, and RGB values for the Formica 8840-58 Natural Ribbonwood?
The RGB values for Formica 8840-58 Natural Ribbonwood are 179, 163, 146 and the HEX code is #B3A392. The LRV for Formica 8840-58 Natural Ribbonwood is 37.67. The LRV stands for Light Reflectance Value and measures the percentage of light that a color reflects. Learn more about using RGB and Hex codes for matching colors and Light Reflectance Values.
What paint type is used to make spray paint matched to Formica 8840-58 Natural Ribbonwood? And how many spray cans do I need?

MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Formica 8840-58 Natural Ribbonwood 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.

Can you paint Formica laminate with Formica 8840-58 Natural Ribbonwood?

MyPerfectColor Paint matching the Formica 8840-58 Natural Ribbonwood can be used to paint laminate and any other ancillary items you'd like to blend into your project. Many types of paint are available with no minimum order quantities. MyPerfectColor offers spray paint, paint pens, touch up bottles, water-based acrylics, epoxies, urethanes and a variety of other paints.

Paint can be purchased by choosing the paint type above. Contact MyPerfectColor support if you have specific questions about the best paint to use for your project.

How does MyPerfectColor match the Formica 8840-58 Natural Ribbonwood?

MyPerfectColor has the original Formica color samples. A sample of the Formica 8840-58 Natural Ribbonwood you are looking for is in our library. We are able to make paint and verify that it matches the original.

Please note that if your existing materials are not new and you are trying to touch up, they will have aged and are likely different now than they were when new. MyPerfectColor will be sending paint matching the sample at our facility which has not aged the same as your materials and may also be different due to other factors such as variations in manufacturing processes. If your match is critical, you may consider sending a part of your materials for precise color matching. Learn more about our color matching services.

Do I need to prime before painting with the Formica 8840-58 Natural Ribbonwood?
The need for primer for 8840-58 Natural Ribbonwood 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.