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A match of Benjamin Moore HC-70 Van Buren Brown is a deep, warm brown with low chroma and a muted, slightly earthy cast. With its low LRV, it reads as a dark brown rather than a midtone, and the color tends to look more subdued than clear or reddish browns.

MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to the selected Benjamin Moore color reference can be used on metal railings, mailbox parts, vent covers, switch plates, speaker grilles, brackets, shelf supports, PVC trim, and furniture hardware where a dark brown finish needs to coordinate across different materials. It is also a practical choice for small architectural details or removable components that are easier to spray than brush.

Because this is a dark color, surface prep and even film build matter. Lighter or patchy substrates may still show through if coverage is thin, and the final look can shift with sheen and texture; a more uniform primer or base can help the brown read evenly. On outdoor parts, the subdued chroma is generally less demanding than a bright color, but finish and exposure can still change how deep or warm it appears.

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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-70 Van Buren Brown.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Match of Benjamin Moore™ HC-70 Van Buren Brown *

Where do I find the SDS for HC-70 Van Buren Brown by Benjamin Moore?

The SDS is tied to the MyPerfectColor product and its chemistry, not to the HC-70 Van Buren Brown color name alone. You can review MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets here: Safety Data Sheets.

If you are ordering HC-70 Van Buren Brown in spray paint or another specialty format, use the SDS for the exact product you plan to buy.

How do I confirm the correct HC-70 Van Buren Brown Benjamin Moore reference before ordering?

Confirm HC-70 Van Buren Brown from a physical swatch, chip, or known existing color reference from Benjamin Moore rather than from a screen alone. MyPerfectColor matches to the selected brand color reference, so the order should be based on the actual target color, not how it appears on a monitor.

If you are matching an existing painted item, verify that the item was originally based on HC-70 Van Buren Brown and not an aged or faded surface next to it.

Can HC-70 Van Buren Brown be ordered in spray paint for baskets, frames, or furniture accents?

Yes. A match of Benjamin Moore HC-70 Van Buren Brown can be ordered as MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to the selected Benjamin Moore color reference, which is useful for baskets, frames, shelving, furniture accents, and other small items where spray application is practical.

For Benjamin Moore colors, MyPerfectColor does not offer interior or exterior house paint product options in this collection, so choose one of the non-housepaint formats that fits your project.

Are custom HC-70 Van Buren Brown Benjamin Moore orders returnable if I choose the wrong product or sheen?

Custom-made matches of HC-70 Van Buren Brown should be chosen carefully because they are made to order and are not returnable or refundable. Before placing the order, confirm the color reference, product format, sheen, and quantity.

If the part will be installed beside an existing surface, review those details carefully first, since a custom color order is intended to match the selected reference, not to adjust for an aged or weathered adjacent surface.

What should I expect for dry time and recoating with HC-70 Van Buren Brown spray paint?

HC-70 Van Buren Brown spray paint is typically dry to the touch within minutes, can usually be recoated in one to two hours, and is fully cured in about two weeks.

Dry to touch, recoat time, and full handling readiness are different stages. Temperature, humidity, film build, and the substrate can change how fast the coating is ready for the next step.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Benjamin Moore HC-70 Van Buren Brown?
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-70 Van Buren Brown 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-70 Van Buren Brown?
The RGB values for Benjamin Moore HC-70 Van Buren Brown are 102, 88, 82 and the HEX code is #665852. The LRV for Benjamin Moore HC-70 Van Buren Brown is 10.40. 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-70 Van Buren Brown 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-70 Van Buren Brown 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-70 Van Buren Brown?

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-70 Van Buren Brown locally?
You would have to ask around locally. MyPerfectColor can make and ship the Benjamin Moore HC-70 Van Buren Brown 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-70 Van Buren Brown to a different color from another paint company?

While we can provide Benjamin Moore HC-70 Van Buren Brown 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.