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A match of Benjamin Moore 1610 French Beret reads as a deep, muted blue-gray with a cool undertone and very low chroma. It sits close to charcoal, but the blue cast keeps it from reading as a plain neutral black. With an LRV of 7.76, it is a dark color that absorbs a lot of light and tends to feel more closed-in on large surfaces than on small parts.

MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to the selected brand color can be useful on vents, speaker grilles, switch plates, cabinet pulls, brackets, railings, mailboxes, and other hardware or accessories where a subdued dark tone is needed. It can also work on PVC trim pieces, shutters, equipment covers, and similar removable parts that are easier to spray evenly than to brush.

Because this is a dark, low-chroma color, surface texture and sheen can change the way it reads. Glossy films usually make the blue-gray cast more noticeable, while flat or matte finishes push it closer to charcoal. As with most dark colors, surface preparation matters; sanding marks, seams, and uneven primer can show through more readily on the finished part.

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About Benjamin Moore Paints

Benjamin Moore has set the standard for excellence with their large selection of authentic colors such as the Benjamin Moore 1610 French Beret.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Match of Benjamin Moore™ 1610 French Beret *

How do I confirm I am ordering the right match of 1610 French Beret from Benjamin Moore?

Confirm 1610 French Beret from a physical swatch or a known existing color reference, not from a screen alone. MyPerfectColor matches to the original Benjamin Moore color standard, so the important step is making sure 1610 French Beret is the exact target color before you order.

For Benjamin Moore colors, MyPerfectColor supplies its own custom-matched paint and does not offer Benjamin Moore interior or exterior house paint product options in this collection.

What spray application steps help 1610 French Beret look even on my part?

Use 1610 French Beret in light, even coats rather than one heavy pass. Keep the can moving, hold a consistent spray distance, and overlap each pass slightly so the film builds evenly.

Heavy application can cause runs, uneven sheen, or a muddy-looking build, especially on small parts or detailed surfaces. If coverage is not even after the first coat, let it flash off and build color gradually with additional light coats.

What prep should I do before applying 1610 French Beret over metal or an existing coating?

Before applying 1610 French Beret, clean the metal or existing coating so dust, grease, and contamination do not interfere with adhesion. If the surface is glossy, lightly scuff it so the new coating has better mechanical grip.

Check the old coating for rust, peeling, cracking, or other failure. If the existing layer is unstable, remove or repair it first, because gloss, texture, and coating condition can change how the final 1610 French Beret finish looks.

Can 1610 French Beret be used on plastic, and should I use primer first?

Plastics vary a lot, so 1610 French Beret should be tested on the actual item before you commit to the full project. MyPerfectColor spray paint sticks well to most plastics, but some low-energy plastics still benefit from extra preparation.

Using the MyPerfectColor primer for Acrylic Enamel can improve adhesion on difficult plastic surfaces. For the best decision, clean the part, test a small area, and confirm that the finish is holding before painting the full piece.

Why can 1610 French Beret look different after I apply it, even when the match is correct?

Even when 1610 French Beret is matched correctly, lighting, placement, sheen, texture, and nearby surfaces can change how it reads on the finished item. A color applied to a small fixture, panel, or accessory may look different than the same match viewed on a swatch.

If the painted part will sit next to an existing surface, evaluate it in the actual location and light where it will be used. That is the best way to judge whether the applied 1610 French Beret looks right for the project.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Benjamin Moore 1610 French Beret?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Benjamin Moore 1610 French Beret 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.
What are the RGB, HEX and LRV values for Benjamin Moore 1610 French Beret?
The RGB values for Benjamin Moore 1610 French Beret are 76, 79, 82 and the HEX code is #4C4F52. The LRV for Benjamin Moore 1610 French Beret is 7.76. The LRV stands for Light Reflectance Value and measures the percentage of light that a color reflects. Learn more about Light Reflectance Values and using RGB and Hex codes for paint.
What is spray paint matched to Benjamin Moore 1610 French Beret made of? And how much area will one can cover?

MyPerfectColor spray paint is a fast-drying durable acrylic enamel coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Benjamin Moore 1610 French Beret 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 can 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.

Is Benjamin Moore Paint used to make Benjamin Moore 1610 French Beret?

No, MyPerfectColor uses a combination of proprietary ingredients to make interior and exterior housepaints, its own line of custom spray paint, and other acrylic enamel based products.

Can I buy Benjamin Moore 1610 French Beret locally?
You would have to ask around locally. MyPerfectColor can make and ship the Benjamin Moore 1610 French Beret in a variety of paint types, but we are not able to comment on what other suppliers can provide. MyPerfectColor is not just working off a formula in a database - we compare every batch against the original color to verify the color accuracy. MyPerfectColor has extensive color matching capabilities and more than ten times the number of pigments available to a typical paint store.
How do I convert Benjamin Moore 1610 French Beret to a different color from another paint company?

While we can provide Benjamin Moore 1610 French Beret 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.