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Match of Tiger Drylac™ 138/20161 Caution Yellow *

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A match of Tiger Drylac 138/20161 Caution Yellow reads as a bright fluorescent yellow with a slight green-leaning cast. It is a high-chroma, high-visibility color rather than a muted industrial yellow, so it tends to read clean, bright, and direct on small coated parts.

This color is often used for touch-up after transportation damage, installation damage, fabrication work, field drilling, or missed spots in the original finish. MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish, making it suitable for powder-coated guards, brackets, vent covers, screw heads, trim plugs, end caps, and other ancillary items that need to coordinate with a coated assembly. It can also be used for replacement parts, shop-fabricated details, and sample panels where the target reference matters more than duplicating every detail of an existing cured finish.

Because this is a bright fluorescent color, coverage can be more dependent on substrate color and film build than with a quieter neutral. Darker or uneven surfaces may need extra coats, and any gloss or texture difference beside an existing cured finish can be noticeable. If the part will see outdoor exposure, fluorescent colors can be more sensitive to fade than less saturated tones, so a verified reference or approved sample is often the safer starting point for tight finish work.

Similar colors:

138/20016 RAL 1016
149/22520 RAL 1016
040/21043 Neon Yellow

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About Tiger Drylac Paints

Family-owned, today TIGER is among the leading manufacturers of coating systems. Originally producing only liquid coatings, in 1968 TIGER was one of the first companies to enter the previously unknown field of powder coating technology. The development and production of a wide range of thermoset powder coatings that were environmentally friendly and economical to use, soon became the focus of its product line.

Matching Tiger Drylac Paint Colors

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

The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Tiger Drylac Color and may not match Tiger Drylac Color standards. Refer to Tiger Drylac Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Tiger Drylac 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.

Frequently Asked Questions About Match of Tiger Drylac™ 138/20161 Caution Yellow *

Can Tiger Drylac 138/20161 Caution Yellow be matched to an existing cured finish?

Yes, but the match has to be judged against the existing part, not just the color code. MyPerfectColor can match Tiger Drylac 138/20161 Caution Yellow and the finish reference, but an older cured part may still read differently because gloss, texture, age, weathering, cure, substrate, and batch variation all affect appearance. If the part is highly visible or the finish has changed over time, an existing part or approved sample is the safer reference.

Is Tiger Drylac 138/20161 Caution Yellow a good choice for touch-up after shipping or fabrication damage?

Yes. A match of Tiger Drylac 138/20161 Caution Yellow is a practical reference for touch-up after transportation damage, installation damage, fabrication damage, drilled holes, cut edges, field modifications, rub marks, scratches, or missed spots in the original finish. MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish for the repair, but a small touch-up beside a cured coating can still show slight sheen or texture differences.

Can Tiger Drylac 138/20161 Caution Yellow be used for plastic snaps, screw heads, and other small parts that cannot be powder coated?

Yes. A match of Tiger Drylac 138/20161 Caution Yellow is often used for ancillary items such as plastic snaps, screw heads, rivet heads, trim plugs, end caps, clips, covers, fastener hardware, and small brackets that need to coordinate with a coated assembly but cannot go through the original coating process. MyPerfectColor paint matched to this reference helps those parts blend with the surrounding finish.

What should I expect if I order Tiger Drylac 138/20161 Caution Yellow as a liquid touch-up instead of the original coating?

Order it as MyPerfectColor paint matched to the Tiger Drylac 138/20161 Caution Yellow reference, not as the original coating material. MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish, but a liquid touch-up can still read differently next to a cured coated part because the original finish may have its own gloss, texture, film build, and cure behavior. That difference matters most when you are comparing the repair directly beside an existing surface.

When should I use an existing part or sample panel for Tiger Drylac 138/20161 Caution Yellow instead of the color name alone?

Use an existing part, approved sample panel, or OEM reference when the finish is highly visible, the tolerance is tight, or the original coating has texture or an effect that matters in the final comparison. The color name alone is often enough for general touch-up or ancillary parts, but a physical sample is the safer reference when you need the closest possible match to the installed finish.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Tiger Drylac 138/20161 Caution Yellow ?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Tiger Drylac 138/20161 Caution Yellow 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 Tiger Drylac 138/20161 Caution Yellow coating?

Yes, you can use the acrylic enamel paint as a touch up for the Tiger Drylac 138/20161 Caution Yellow coating. MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and sheen of the official Tiger Drylac 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 Tiger Drylac 138/20161 Caution Yellow ? And how much area will one can of spray paint cover?

To make touch up paint for the Tiger Drylac 138/20161 Caution Yellow , 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 Tiger Drylac 138/20161 Caution Yellow coating?

MyPerfectColor acrylic enamel paint matching the Tiger Drylac 138/20161 Caution Yellow will match both the color and sheen. MyPerfectColor precisely matches the original coating to serve as touch up paint. MyPerfectColor is matching from original Tiger Drylac 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 Tiger Drylac 138/20161 Caution Yellow color?

MyPerfectColor has the original Tiger Drylac 138/20161 Caution Yellow 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 Tiger Drylac 138/20161 Caution Yellow 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 Tiger Drylac 138/20161 Caution Yellow ?
The need for primer for Tiger Drylac 138/20161 Caution Yellow 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.