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A match of Duron 97-16 Regency Purple reads as a soft blue-violet with a noticeable gray cast. It is medium-light in depth and fairly low in chroma, so the color looks subdued rather than bright, with a cooler undertone that can shift slightly depending on sheen and substrate.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to the selected Duron color reference can be used on smaller parts where a controlled spray finish matters, such as vents, switch plates, speaker grilles, cabinet pulls, brackets, railings, mailboxes, frames, shelving, and decorative hardware. The muted violet-gray character also suits PVC trim pieces, access panels, and other removable components that need to coordinate with an existing painted surface without drawing extra attention.
Because this color is light enough to show substrate differences, darker or uneven surfaces may need better priming or additional coats for even coverage. The low chroma helps keep the tone restrained, but gloss level, film build, and surface texture can still make the color read more blue or more purple in the finished part. As with any custom-matched spray paint, test spray conditions and prep quality can affect the final appearance.
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Duron paints have been used at the Pentagon, Walt Disney World and in other famous locations. Duron focused on meeting the needs of professional painters. They were acquired by Sherwin-Williams in 2004.
MyPerfectColor is able to match all of the Duron paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Duron 97-16 Regency Purple by matching the original Duron color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using Duron paint.
The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of Duron 97-16 Regency Purple and may not match Duron Color standards. Refer to Duron Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Duron 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 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.
Yes, but the surface condition matters. For metal, clean off dirt, oil, and any loose rust before painting. For an existing coating, scuff the surface so the new coating can bond, and remove any peeling or failing material first.
The final look can change if the old coating has a different gloss, texture, or wear pattern than the new MyPerfectColor match of Duron 97-16 Regency Purple. If the item is important, test a small area first so you can confirm adhesion and appearance before coating the full part.
No. The same color reference can read differently in matte, satin, and gloss because the finish changes how light reflects off the surface. A flatter finish usually looks softer, while a glossier finish can make the color appear deeper or slightly brighter.
If you are matching a specific item, choose the sheen with the finished project in mind. For example, a MyPerfectColor match of Duron 97-16 Regency Purple in one sheen may not look identical to the same color in another sheen, even when the color formula is correct.
Yes. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Duron 97-16 Regency Purple is a practical option for small parts and hardware such as switch covers, vents, speaker grilles, brackets, trim pieces, knobs, and similar items.
Spray application is often the easiest way to get even coverage on removable parts or pieces with edges and recesses. For the best result, clean the item well, use proper prep for the substrate, and apply several light coats instead of one heavy coat.
Coverage depends on the size of the item, how textured the surface is, how well the coating hides, and how many coats you need. A typical can of spray paint covers about 20 square feet with one coat, but real coverage can be lower on rough, porous, or dark surfaces.
For a MyPerfectColor match of Duron 97-16 Regency Purple, plan based on the actual surface area and the number of coats you expect to apply. If you are coating multiple parts, extra pieces, or a difficult substrate, it is safer to order a little more than the minimum estimate.
Confirm the exact color reference, the product format you need, the sheen, and the quantity before you order. MyPerfectColor is making a match to Duron 97-16 Regency Purple, so the purchase should be checked carefully before checkout.
Custom-made color matches are not returnable or refundable, so it is important to verify the details first. If you are unsure, review the project requirements for the surface, the finish, and the amount of paint you need before placing the order.
MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Duron 97-16 Regency Purple 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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MyPerfectColor offers custom spray paint matched to Duron 97-16 Regency Purple which enables you to conveniently achieve a professional spray-smooth finish. It is difficult to gauge spray paint coverage because it depends on how you apply it and the amount of overspray, but generally the 11oz spray will cover about 20 square feet per coat.
MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. This paint sticks well to most surfaces including metal, plastics, powder-coatings, cabinets and primed or previously painted wood.
While MyPerfectColor can provide paint matched to the Duron 97-16 Regency Purple, we don't provide any crossover information because this is a subjective determination. Every paint company offers its own unique selection of colors and rarely does a color have an exact equivalent in another company's color collection, so determining which color is the best approximation is a judgement call.
However, under the color image on a color page there is a link that says "Explore Related Colors". Clicking this link displays colors with similar values and you can look for any colors from the company 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.