Match of Cerakote™ FDE E-200 *

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A match of Cerakote FDE E-200 reads as a muted medium-dark brown with a warm khaki undertone and a slight olive-gray cast. The low-chroma character keeps it subdued rather than vivid, and the depth is enough to read as a grounded earth tone on metal and other coated surfaces.

For touch-up after transportation damage, installation damage, fabrication work, service damage, or missed spots in the original finish, MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish for this Cerakote reference. It can be used on coated parts such as frames, brackets, panels, enclosures, trim pieces, railings, and cut edges, as well as on ancillary items like screw heads, washers, clips, trim plugs, end caps, and small fabricated accessories that need to coordinate with the finished assembly.

Because this is a relatively muted mid-depth color, it usually gives a controlled read on metal and plastic substrates, but gloss, texture, film build, and surface prep can still shift how warm or dark it appears. A repaired area beside an older cured finish may still show a slight boundary or sheen difference even when the color match itself is correct.

For replacement parts, sample panels, or prototype work, this reference is useful when close color-and-finish coordination matters more than reproducing every detail of an aged installed coating. The same color can read differently on rough, smooth, or uneven surfaces, so the final appearance should be judged in the same finish conditions that the part will see in service.

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About Cerakote Paint

Cerakote® is the world leader in firearm coatings. Since 1984, Cerakote has focused on developing and manufacturing ceramic coatings which are used by more firearm manufacturers than any other firearm coating.

Matching Cerakote Paint Colors

MyPerfectColor is able match most of the Cerakote paint colors in touch up paint. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to precisely match the color and sheen of the original Cerakote color by matching the original Cerakote swatches (when purchasing spray paint, paint pens and brush in cap bottles). MyPerfectColor is not using Cerakote paint.

The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Cerakote Color and may not match Cerakote Color standards. Refer to Cerakote Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Cerakote color. If you intend to touch up paint that is old, 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Match of Cerakote™ FDE E-200 *

Will MyPerfectColor for Cerakote FDE E-200 match an existing cured finish exactly?

MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish of Cerakote FDE E-200, but that does not guarantee an invisible blend on an older cured part. Age, weathering, gloss, texture, cure, substrate, and batch variation can change how the installed finish reads next to a fresh match. If the part is already in service or has been exposed, compare against the actual part or an approved sample before ordering.

Can Cerakote FDE E-200 be used for touch-up after transport damage, installation damage, or missed spots?

Yes. A match of Cerakote FDE E-200 is a practical reference when you need touch-up after transportation damage, installation damage, fabrication work, field modification, or missed spots in the original finish. MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish, so it is suited to repairing chips, scratches, rub marks, drilled holes, cut edges, and similar defects. Available in touch-up paint, custom spray paint, paint pens, and other formats for coated-finish touch-up and ancillary-part matching.

Can Cerakote FDE E-200 be used on ancillary parts like screw heads, trim plugs, and clips?

Yes. A match of Cerakote FDE E-200 can be used to coordinate ancillary items such as plastic snaps, screw heads, rivet heads, trim plugs, end caps, clips, covers, brackets, and other small hardware that cannot go through the original coating process. In these cases, the goal is close color coordination with the coated assembly, not reproducing the full factory coating process. Make sure the substrate and surface prep are compatible with the product format you choose.

Will a liquid match of Cerakote FDE E-200 look the same as the cured finish on the part?

Not always. Even when the color reference for Cerakote FDE E-200 is correct, a liquid touch-up can still read differently beside the cured finish because gloss, texture, film build, and light reflection all affect the final appearance. That difference is more likely on older, weathered, or highly textured parts. MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish, but the installed part may still not look identical to the original cured finish in every situation.

Who typically orders Cerakote FDE E-200 for industrial finish work?

A match of Cerakote FDE E-200 is typically ordered by manufacturers, fabricators, coating shops, OEMs, metal shops, installers, and maintenance teams when they need a color reference for touch-up, sample panels, prototypes, replacement parts, or adjacent components. It is a finish-matching reference, not the original coating material. If you are coordinating a repair or a new part, choose the MyPerfectColor paint format that fits the substrate and the job.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Cerakote FDE E-200?

All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Cerakote FDE E-200 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 Cerakote FDE E-200 coating?

Yes, you can use the acrylic enamel paint as a touch up for the Cerakote FDE E-200 coating. MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and sheen of the official Cerakote 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.

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What type of paint is used to make touch up for the Cerakote FDE E-200? And how much area will one can of spray paint cover?

To make touch up paint for the Cerakote FDE E-200, 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 Cerakote FDE E-200 coating?

MyPerfectColor acrylic enamel paint matching the Cerakote FDE E-200 will match both the color and sheen. MyPerfectColor precisely matches the original coating to serve as touch up paint. MyPerfectColor is matching from original Cerakote 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 Cerakote FDE E-200 color?

MyPerfectColor has the original Cerakote FDE E-200 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 Cerakote FDE E-200 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 Cerakote FDE E-200?

The need for primer for Cerakote FDE E-200 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.