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This is a muted blue-gray with a cool cast and very low chroma. It reads as a soft gray first, with only a subtle blue note, and it has a medium-light character rather than a dark or saturated appearance.

MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish for touch-up after transportation damage, installation damage, fabrication work, service marks, or missed spots on powder-coated parts. In custom spray paint form, it can be used on brackets, enclosures, frames, railings, vent covers, screw heads, trim plugs, end caps, and other ancillary items that need to coordinate with an existing coated assembly.

Because the color is fairly low-chroma, it usually hides color shift better than stronger hues, but gloss, texture, film build, and substrate still affect the result. A fresh match to the color reference can still read differently beside an aged cured finish, so exact color matching and exact finish matching are related but not identical concerns.

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138/70046 RAL 7040 (038/70046)
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About Tiger Drylac Paints

Family-owned, today TIGER is among the leading manufacturers of coating systems. Originally producing only liquid coatings, in 1968 TIGER was one of the first companies to enter the previously unknown field of powder coating technology. The development and production of a wide range of thermoset powder coatings that were environmentally friendly and economical to use, soon became the focus of its product line.

Matching Tiger Drylac Paint Colors

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

The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Tiger Drylac Color and may not match Tiger Drylac Color standards. Refer to Tiger Drylac Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Tiger Drylac 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.

Frequently Asked Questions About Match of Tiger Drylac™ 038/70046 RAL 7040 (138/70046) *

When matching Tiger Drylac 038/70046 RAL 7040 (138/70046), will MyPerfectColor look exactly the same as an older cured coated part?

MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish of Tiger Drylac 038/70046 RAL 7040 (138/70046), but an older cured part can still read differently once it is installed. Age, weathering, cure history, gloss, texture, substrate, and batch variation can all change how the finish looks beside a fresh repair. If the part is already in service and the match needs to be judged beside that actual finish, compare against the existing part or an approved sample whenever possible.

Is Tiger Drylac 038/70046 RAL 7040 (138/70046) a good match for touch-up after shipping damage, installation damage, or missed spots?

Yes. A match of Tiger Drylac 038/70046 RAL 7040 (138/70046) is a suitable reference when you need touch-up paint for chips, scratches, rub marks, drilled holes, cut edges, handling damage, transport damage, installation damage, fabrication damage, or missed spots in the original finish. MyPerfectColor can make a paint match for those repair needs, but the surrounding cured coating may still show some difference in sheen or texture if the damaged area is compared directly to an aged part.

Can Tiger Drylac 038/70046 RAL 7040 (138/70046) be used for plastic snaps, screw heads, trim plugs, or other small hardware that cannot be coated the original way?

Yes. This color reference is often used when a small part cannot go through the original coating process but still needs to coordinate with the surrounding finish. That includes plastic snaps, screw heads, rivet heads, trim plugs, end caps, clips, covers, brackets, and similar ancillary items. MyPerfectColor can match Tiger Drylac 038/70046 RAL 7040 (138/70046) in a paint format that fits the part and the application, so the item can be finished separately and kept visually consistent with the assembly.

If I order a liquid paint match for Tiger Drylac 038/70046 RAL 7040 (138/70046), will it look identical to the cured powder-coated finish?

Not always. A match of Tiger Drylac 038/70046 RAL 7040 (138/70046) is a powder coating reference, and MyPerfectColor can make a paint match of that color and finish, but a liquid touch-up can still read differently next to the cured original finish. Gloss, texture, film build, cure, substrate, and age all affect how the final repair looks. If you need the closest possible side-by-side decision, use the actual coated part or an approved sample as the reference, not just the color name alone.

How do gloss, texture, and film build affect a match for Tiger Drylac 038/70046 RAL 7040 (138/70046)?

Even when the color is correct, gloss, texture, and film build can change how Tiger Drylac 038/70046 RAL 7040 (138/70046) appears after application. A smooth finish can read differently from a textured one, and matte, satin, and gloss surfaces reflect light in different ways. If the repaired part sits next to an existing coated surface, choose the closest finish target possible and expect the surrounding finish to influence the final appearance.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Tiger Drylac 038/70046 RAL 7040 (138/70046)?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Tiger Drylac 038/70046 RAL 7040 (138/70046) 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 Tiger Drylac 038/70046 RAL 7040 (138/70046) coating?

Yes, you can use the acrylic enamel paint as a touch up for the Tiger Drylac 038/70046 RAL 7040 (138/70046) coating. MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and sheen of the official Tiger Drylac 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 Tiger Drylac 038/70046 RAL 7040 (138/70046)? And how much area will one can of spray paint cover?

To make touch up paint for the Tiger Drylac 038/70046 RAL 7040 (138/70046), 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 Tiger Drylac 038/70046 RAL 7040 (138/70046) coating?

MyPerfectColor acrylic enamel paint matching the Tiger Drylac 038/70046 RAL 7040 (138/70046) will match both the color and sheen. MyPerfectColor precisely matches the original coating to serve as touch up paint. MyPerfectColor is matching from original Tiger Drylac 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 Tiger Drylac 038/70046 RAL 7040 (138/70046) color?

MyPerfectColor has the original Tiger Drylac 038/70046 RAL 7040 (138/70046) 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 Tiger Drylac 038/70046 RAL 7040 (138/70046) 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 Tiger Drylac 038/70046 RAL 7040 (138/70046)?
The need for primer for Tiger Drylac 038/70046 RAL 7040 (138/70046) 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.