Match of PPG Powder™ 1013-3 Whirlwind *

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A match of PPG Powder 1013-3 Whirlwind is a light blue-gray with a cool cast and very low saturation. It reads as a muted, pale neutral with just enough blue to keep it from feeling flat or purely gray.

Use MyPerfectColor custom spray paint, a match of PPG Powder 1013-3 Whirlwind, for touch-up after transportation damage, installation marks, fabrication work, field drilling, or missed coverage on powder-coated parts. It can also help finish ancillary items such as screw heads, trim plugs, end caps, clips, vents, brackets, railings, enclosures, and sample panels that need to coordinate with the coated assembly. MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish.

Because this is a light, low-chroma color, thin coverage over dark or uneven substrates can show through more readily. On repaired or existing cured finishes, gloss, texture, and edge definition can still read differently even when the color match is close, so small touch-ups may remain visible under certain lighting.

That distinction matters when matching a color reference versus blending into a weathered part. The reference sets the target color and finish, while the installed surface may have changed with age, handling, or cure conditions.

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About PPG Powder Coatings

PPG, a global leader in the coatings industry, has long been at the forefront of powder coating technology. Originally known for its high-quality liquid coatings, PPG expanded into powder coatings, leveraging its extensive experience to offer products characterized by exceptional durability, environmental friendliness, and cost-efficiency. These powder coatings, formulated without volatile organic compounds (VOCs), embody PPG's commitment to innovation, sustainability, and superior performance. With a focus on addressing the comprehensive needs of its customers, PPG continues to drive advancements in the field, setting new standards in coating solutions worldwide.

Matching PPG Powder Colors

MyPerfectColor is able match all of the PPG Powder paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original PPG Powder color by matching the original PPG Powder color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using PPG Powder paint.

The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the PPG Powder Color and may not match PPG Powder Color standards. Refer to PPG Powder Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original PPG Powder color. If you intend to touch up paint that years 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 PPG Powder™ 1013-3 Whirlwind *

Will MyPerfectColor PPG Powder 1013-3 Whirlwind match an existing cured powder-coated part exactly?

MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish of PPG Powder 1013-3 Whirlwind, but that does not guarantee it will read exactly the same next to an older cured part. The installed finish can look different because of gloss, texture, film build, age, weathering, cure, and batch variation.

If you are matching beside an existing part, treat the color reference as the starting point and be prepared for a visible difference if the surrounding finish has changed over time. For tight visual tolerance, an existing part or approved sample is the safer reference.

Can I use PPG Powder 1013-3 Whirlwind for touch-up after transportation damage, installation damage, or missed spots?

Yes. A match of PPG Powder 1013-3 Whirlwind is commonly used as touch-up paint for coated parts that were damaged during transportation, installation, fabrication, handling, drilling, cutting, welding, or from missed spots in the original finish.

MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish, so you can order a repair match for chips, scratches, rub marks, cut edges, and field modifications. Choose the format that fits the repair area, such as touch-up paint, spray paint, or a paint pen.

Can I paint plastic snaps, screw heads, or hardware to match PPG Powder 1013-3 Whirlwind?

Yes. A match of PPG Powder 1013-3 Whirlwind can be used for ancillary items such as plastic snaps, screw heads, rivet heads, trim plugs, end caps, clips, covers, fasteners, and small brackets that cannot go through the original coating process but still need to coordinate with the coated assembly.

For these parts, order MyPerfectColor paint that precisely matches the color and finish rather than trying to source the original coating material. This is the right approach when the item must blend with the surrounding finish but is being painted separately.

Will a liquid paint match of PPG Powder 1013-3 Whirlwind look the same as the original powder-coated finish?

Not always. Even when MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish of PPG Powder 1013-3 Whirlwind, a fresh liquid paint touch-up can still read differently beside the original cured powder-coated finish.

The main variables are gloss, texture, film build, cure, and how light reflects from the existing part. If you need a side-by-side match on an older finish, use an existing part or approved sample to confirm the visual result before ordering.

What product formats are available for PPG Powder 1013-3 Whirlwind touch-up and matching work?

A match of PPG Powder 1013-3 Whirlwind is commonly available as MyPerfectColor touch-up paint, custom spray paint, paint pens, brush-in-cap bottles, and other practical formats for coated-finish touch-up and ancillary-part matching.

Use a spray format for larger repair areas, a pen or brush-in-cap bottle for small chips and edges, and a touch-up format when you need precise spot repair on fabricated parts, hardware, or accessories. Pick the format based on the size of the repair and how much control you need.