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A match of Kelly Moore X 18-2 Frobisher reads as a medium blue-gray with a cool bias and restrained saturation. The color is softened rather than bright, with enough depth to feel substantial without turning into a dark navy or a clean sky blue.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to this color is well suited to small parts and fabricated pieces where a subdued blue-gray finish is needed. Common uses include HVAC vents, speaker grilles, switch plates, railings, mailbox bodies, shutters, brackets, shelf hardware, frames, and PVC pipe, as well as other metal, plastic, or previously coated items that benefit from a consistent coated appearance.
Because the color is muted, it generally reads more evenly than a vivid hue, but the final appearance still depends on substrate, surface texture, sheen, and film build. Darker or uneven surfaces can require proper preparation and primer for consistent coverage, and the finished color may look slightly deeper as the coating builds.
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KM4873-2 Thunder Cat
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Since 1946, Kelly-Moore Paints has provided quality, innovative products, and exceptional service at a fair value. Kelly-Moore’s more than 1,700 new colors present endless color combinations.
MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Kelly Moore color by matching the original Kelly Moore color books and swatches.
The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Kelly Moore Color and may not match Kelly Moore Color standards. Refer to Kelly Moore Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Kelly Moore 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.
Yes, but prep matters. Clean the metal first, remove oil and dirt, and sand or scuff any glossy or slick coating so the new paint can grab the surface. If there is rust, loose paint, chalking, or contamination, remove as much of it as possible before spraying.
The final look of a match of X 18-2 Frobisher can change if the old coating is uneven, glossy, textured, or badly aged. If the part is important, test on a small area first and confirm the existing surface is sound before you order the final quantity.
Finish changes how X 18-2 Frobisher reads on the finished item because sheen changes reflectivity. The same color formula can look slightly different in matte, satin, semi-gloss, or gloss finishes even when the color match is correct.
When you order MyPerfectColor paint matched to X 18-2 Frobisher, choose the finish that fits the item you are coating and the surface you are trying to coordinate. If the part must sit next to an existing coated surface, sheen is part of the match decision and should be checked before ordering.
Yes. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to X 18-2 Frobisher is often used for small objects and accessories where a brush is awkward or where a consistent sprayed finish is easier to control. That can include frames, baskets, shelving parts, hardware, decor pieces, and similar items.
Before ordering, confirm the item size, the number of pieces, and the finish you need. For detailed or textured objects, plan on light coats so the paint builds evenly without flooding edges or corners.
Plastics vary a lot, so the best approach is to test the actual material before committing to the full project. MyPerfectColor spray paint sticks well to most plastics, but some plastic parts need extra prep or a primer to improve adhesion.
For difficult plastics or other low-energy surfaces, clean the part thoroughly, scuff it lightly if the material allows, and use the MyPerfectColor primer for Acrylic Enamel to improve adhesion. A small test spray on the real substrate is the safest way to check whether the match of X 18-2 Frobisher will hold and finish correctly.
Before you order, confirm the brand color reference, the MyPerfectColor product type, the finish, the substrate, and the amount you need. X 18-2 Frobisher identifies the color target, but it does not by itself tell you the right sheen or surface preparation.
Custom-made color matches are not returnable or refundable, so it is important to order the right format the first time. If you are matching a specific part or a visible existing surface, verify the reference carefully and make sure you are choosing MyPerfectColor paint matched to X 18-2 Frobisher, not the original Kelly Moore product line.
MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Kelly Moore X 18-2 Frobisher 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 Kelly Moore X 18-2 Frobisher 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 Kelly Moore X 18-2 Frobisher 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.