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A match of Dutch Boy B8-2 Baseball Mitt is a warm, medium-dark brown with a muted orange and yellow cast. It reads earthy rather than cool or gray, with enough depth to hold its character on small parts and trim details.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to the selected Dutch Boy color reference can be used on metal railings, mailbox parts, vent covers, switch plates, shelf brackets, picture frames, basket frames, speaker grilles, PVC, and other sprayable hardware or accessories that need a brown match. It is also suited to exterior details such as shutters, downspout sections, and rail components when a coordinated brown finish is required.
With an LRV of 23.29, this is a relatively dark color, so it should read clearly once coverage builds. Finish and substrate can change the appearance: glossier finishes may make the orange undertone read a little more clearly, while texture or uneven prep can make the color look flatter or patchier. When spraying over lighter or uneven surfaces, a consistent base and full film build help the match read more evenly.
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Founded in 1907, Dutch Boy® continues to be an industry leader in delivering innovative and high-quality interior and exterior paint products and is one of the most recognizable brands in the paint market more than 100 years later. The legacy lives on with Dutch Boy Paint. Their colors have inspired DIYers and paint enthusiasts for generations.
MyPerfectColor is able to match all of the Dutch Boy paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Dutch Boy B8-2 Baseball Mitt by matching the original Dutch Boy color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using Dutch Boy paint.
The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Dutch Boy Color and may not match Dutch Boy Color standards. Refer to Dutch Boy Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Dutch Boy B8-2 Baseball Mitt. 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 the 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.
Coverage depends on the surface size, texture, hiding power, application method, and how many coats you need. As a general planning guide, spray paint typically covers about 20 square feet with one coat, while other paint formats often cover about 400 to 600 square feet per can or container.
For B8-2 Baseball Mitt, measure the actual area and plan for extra coverage if the surface is rough, dark, porous, or likely to need more than one coat. If you are coating parts like trim pieces, fixtures, or removable hardware, it is safer to order a little more than the bare minimum so you can finish the job without running short.
The color match is made to the B8-2 Baseball Mitt reference, but the finished look can still change after application because of lighting, placement, sheen, and nearby surfaces. A match that looks right on a swatch can read a little different once it is on the actual item.
If the part will sit next to an existing painted surface, test the match on the same material and check it in the same lighting where it will be used. That is the best way to judge how the B8-2 Baseball Mitt match will appear on the finished project.
Yes, MyPerfectColor spray paint matched to B8-2 Baseball Mitt can be used on many plastic parts, but plastics vary a lot. Because of that, it is important to test on the actual material before coating the full item.
MyPerfectColor spray paint sticks well to most plastics, and using the MyPerfectColor primer can improve adhesion when the substrate is difficult. For project parts such as vents, covers, fixtures, or other molded items, proper prep and a test spot help reduce the risk of peeling or poor bonding.
Use light, even coats of MyPerfectColor spray paint matched to B8-2 Baseball Mitt instead of trying to cover the part in one heavy pass. Keep the spray movement consistent, overlap each pass, and avoid holding the can too close to the surface.
Heavy passes can cause runs, uneven sheen, or a muddy looking color build. For best results, let each coat dry as directed before applying the next coat, especially on smaller parts, hardware, or fixtures where the finish is easy to overbuild.
Choose the sheen based on how the part will be used, how often it needs cleaning, and how much light the finished surface will reflect. The same B8-2 Baseball Mitt color can look different in different finishes, so sheen is a practical ordering choice, not just a cosmetic one.
If you are painting a surface that will be handled often or cleaned regularly, you may want a finish that is easier to maintain. If the item is more about coordinated color on a visible part, pick the sheen that best fits the appearance you want for the finished project.
MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Dutch Boy B8-2 Baseball Mitt 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 Dutch Boy B8-2 Baseball Mitt 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 Dutch Boy B8-2 Baseball Mitt 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.