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Match of Formica™ 3688-77 Madras Indian Slate *
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A match of Formica 3688-77 Madras Indian Slate reads as a muted medium taupe-brown with a warm, earthy cast. It sits between brown and gray, with a subdued khaki-olive undertone rather than a clean neutral look.
For shipping damage, installation marks, field cuts, or service work on factory-finished laminate, choose Original Material Match when direct touch up is the goal because it includes a sheen match. MyPerfectColor paint matched to this color can also be used on replacement parts and separate components such as edge trim, display panels, vent covers, access panels, brackets, hardware covers, sample boards, and other fabricated pieces that need to coordinate with Formica laminate.
Because the color is medium in depth and low in chroma, it often covers in a controlled way, but the final appearance still depends on substrate color, texture, and gloss. A darker or uneven base can make the warm undertone read differently, and a sheen difference can be visible beside existing factory-finished material. Other MyPerfectColor formats can be a fit for broader repainting or separate parts, while direct touch up should stay with Original Material Match in this collection.
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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™ 3688-77 Madras Indian Slate *
Can Formica 3688-77 Madras Indian Slate be used for touch up after shipping damage, installation damage, or field cutting?
Yes, if you choose an Original Material Match product. For direct touch up on factory-finished building materials, that is the option that includes a sheen match and is the right fit when you need to repair chips, scratches, rub marks, edge damage, or missed cut areas on Formica 3688-77 Madras Indian Slate.
If you order a different product type, make sure it is for a separate part or a broader repainting job, not direct touch up on the original finished surface.
Will Formica 3688-77 Madras Indian Slate match an older installed surface exactly?
Not always. A match of Formica 3688-77 Madras Indian Slate is a factory color reference, but an installed surface can change with age, sun exposure, wear, texture changes, chalking, and sheen shift. Even when the color choice is correct, the repaired area may read differently beside the existing surface.
If the repair is next to weathered or high-visibility material, confirm the risk before ordering and consider whether an existing part or site-specific sample is the better reference.
Which MyPerfectColor product should I order for Formica 3688-77 Madras Indian Slate touch up?
For direct touch up, choose the product option that explicitly says Original Material Match. That is the only format in this collection that is suitable for touch up because it includes a sheen match.
Water-based housepaint, urethane, and epoxy can still be color-matched options for other jobs, but they should not be treated as direct touch-up products for factory-finished Formica 3688-77 Madras Indian Slate surfaces.
How should Formica 3688-77 Madras Indian Slate be used for laminate fixtures, trim, or display parts?
Use Formica 3688-77 Madras Indian Slate as a building-material color reference when you need to coordinate a separate part, accessory, edge detail, fixture, display panel, kiosk component, or fabricated piece with a Formica laminate finish. MyPerfectColor can make a matched paint for those parts when a direct touch-up repair on the laminate face is not the goal.
For the laminate surface itself, direct touch up still depends on choosing an Original Material Match product.
What should I confirm before ordering Formica 3688-77 Madras Indian Slate as a custom color match?
Confirm the exact brand color, the product type, the finish level, and the quantity before you place the order. For Formica 3688-77 Madras Indian Slate, that check is important because custom-made color matches are not returnable or refundable.
If the job is touch up, make sure you are ordering the Original Material Match option so you get the sheen match needed for factory-finished building materials.
How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Formica 3688-77 Madras Indian Slate?
Can I use this Formica 3688-77 Madras Indian Slate 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 3688-77 Madras Indian Slate, choose spray paint, paint pens or touch up bottles. However, keep in mind that our version of the Formica 3688-77 Madras Indian Slate 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 3688-77 Madras Indian Slate?
What paint type is used to make spray paint matched to Formica 3688-77 Madras Indian Slate? 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 3688-77 Madras Indian Slate 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 3688-77 Madras Indian Slate?
MyPerfectColor Paint matching the Formica 3688-77 Madras Indian Slate 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 3688-77 Madras Indian Slate?
MyPerfectColor has the original Formica color samples. A sample of the Formica 3688-77 Madras Indian Slate 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 3688-77 Madras Indian Slate?