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A match of Benjamin Moore HC-14 Princeton Gold reads as a warm, muted golden tan with a soft yellow-brown undertone. It sits in a medium-light range, with enough depth to feel grounded rather than pale, and enough chroma to read clearly without looking bright or sharp.

MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to the selected Benjamin Moore color can be used on practical parts and accessories where a warm gold-tan finish is needed. Common applications include vent covers, switch plates, speaker grilles, shelf brackets, small frames, railings, mailboxes, shutters, and furniture hardware, especially when the goal is to coordinate removable or hard-to-brush items with an existing color reference.

Coverage is usually straightforward for a color at this depth, but the final look still depends on the substrate, prep, and finish. Darker or uneven surfaces may show through the first coat, and gloss level can make the color read slightly deeper or lighter. Smooth, well-prepared parts generally give the most consistent result.

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About Benjamin Moore Paints

Benjamin Moore has set the standard for excellence with their large selection of authentic colors such as the Benjamin Moore HC-14 Princeton Gold.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Match of Benjamin Moore™ HC-14 Princeton Gold *

How much HC-14 Princeton Gold spray paint should I order for my project?

For HC-14 Princeton Gold in custom spray paint, a typical can covers about 20 square feet with one coat. Actual coverage depends on the size of the item, surface texture, hiding power, prep, application method, and how many coats you need. If the substrate is rough, porous, dark, or has existing color variation, plan for extra material so you do not run short.

If you are coating a larger area, calculate the total square footage and multiply by the number of coats you expect to apply.

What is the best way to spray HC-14 Princeton Gold to avoid runs or uneven color?

Use light, even coats of HC-14 Princeton Gold and keep the spray moving so you do not flood one spot. Hold a consistent distance, overlap passes slightly, and avoid heavy passes that can cause runs, uneven sheen, or muddy color build. Multiple thin coats are usually safer than trying to cover in one heavy coat.

Let each coat dry or flash as directed by the product instructions before applying the next coat.

Where can I find the SDS for HC-14 Princeton Gold?

The SDS is tied to the MyPerfectColor product and chemistry, not the HC-14 Princeton Gold color name by itself. If you are ordering a MyPerfectColor match of HC-14 Princeton Gold, use the Safety Data Sheets page for that product format here: Safety Data Sheets.

If you need the SDS for a specific format, make sure it matches the exact MyPerfectColor product you are buying.

How should I choose a finish for HC-14 Princeton Gold matched paint?

Finish choice affects durability, reflectivity, cleanup, and the way HC-14 Princeton Gold looks on the finished item. A glossier finish reflects more light, while a flatter finish reduces reflectivity and can change how the matched color reads. Choose the sheen based on the object and how it will be used, not just the color name.

For Benjamin Moore colors such as HC-14 Princeton Gold, MyPerfectColor does not offer interior or exterior house paint options. Use the non-housepaint formats MyPerfectColor actually sells for the best fit to your project.

What kinds of projects work well with HC-14 Princeton Gold custom spray paint?

HC-14 Princeton Gold custom spray paint is useful when you need a matched color on small parts or awkward items that are hard to brush, such as trim details, fixtures, railings, vents, pipes, hardware, accessories, frames, brackets, or similar components. It is also a practical choice for removable pieces that need to coordinate with a painted environment using the same brand color reference.

For Benjamin Moore colors, MyPerfectColor is supplying its own paint matched to HC-14 Princeton Gold, not Benjamin Moore's original paint product. Make sure the part is cleaned, prepped, and primed as needed before spraying.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Benjamin Moore HC-14 Princeton Gold?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Benjamin Moore HC-14 Princeton Gold 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.
What are the RGB, HEX and LRV values for Benjamin Moore HC-14 Princeton Gold?
The RGB values for Benjamin Moore HC-14 Princeton Gold are 197, 164, 108 and the HEX code is #C5A46C. The LRV for Benjamin Moore HC-14 Princeton Gold is 39.48. The LRV stands for Light Reflectance Value and measures the percentage of light that a color reflects. Learn more about Light Reflectance Values and using RGB and Hex codes for paint.
What is spray paint matched to Benjamin Moore HC-14 Princeton Gold made of? And how much area will one can cover?

MyPerfectColor spray paint is a fast-drying durable acrylic enamel coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Benjamin Moore HC-14 Princeton Gold 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 can 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.

Is Benjamin Moore Paint used to make Benjamin Moore HC-14 Princeton Gold?

No, MyPerfectColor uses a combination of proprietary ingredients to make interior and exterior housepaints, its own line of custom spray paint, and other acrylic enamel based products.

Can I buy Benjamin Moore HC-14 Princeton Gold locally?
You would have to ask around locally. MyPerfectColor can make and ship the Benjamin Moore HC-14 Princeton Gold in a variety of paint types, but we are not able to comment on what other suppliers can provide. MyPerfectColor is not just working off a formula in a database - we compare every batch against the original color to verify the color accuracy. MyPerfectColor has extensive color matching capabilities and more than ten times the number of pigments available to a typical paint store.
How do I convert Benjamin Moore HC-14 Princeton Gold to a different color from another paint company?

While we can provide Benjamin Moore HC-14 Princeton Gold 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.