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A match of Pratt and Lambert 2202 Carbonite is a light, low-chroma neutral that reads as a warm beige with a soft yellow undertone and a faint gray cast. With an LRV around 63, it sits in the lighter range without reading as near-white.
As a spray-painted match, this color is useful on parts that need to blend with existing neutral trim or housings: PVC pipe, vent covers, switch plates, outlet covers, handrails, mailbox bodies, brackets, speaker grilles, shelving supports, picture frames, and hardware. It is also a practical choice for small fixtures, kiosk panels, or appliance-adjacent accessories where a softer neutral finish is needed on metal, plastic, or previously coated parts.
Because this is a light color, coverage over dark, stained, or uneven substrates may take extra coats, especially on plastic or raw metal with visible contrast. Sheen and film build can change how warm or gray the color appears, so a smoother surface will usually read cleaner than a textured one. On exterior parts, the muted character is generally less demanding than a vivid accent color, but the final look still depends on prep and finish.
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Since its founding in 1849, Pratt & Lambert has stood for quality, leadership and innovation in the paint industry.
MyPerfectColor is able match all of the Pratt & Lambert paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Pratt & Lambert color by matching the original Pratt & Lambert color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using Pratt & Lambert paint.
The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Pratt & Lambert Color and may not match Pratt & Lambert Color standards. Refer to Pratt & Lambert Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Pratt & Lambert 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.
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Yes, MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Pratt and Lambert 2202 Carbonite can be used on many plastic parts, but plastics vary a lot. Clean the part well, make sure it is dry, and test on the actual material before committing to the full project.
If adhesion is a concern, use the MyPerfectColor primer made for acrylic enamel to help improve bonding. That is especially important on difficult or low-energy plastics where paint can behave differently than it does on metal or wood.
Yes. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to 2202 Carbonite is well suited for small parts like switch covers, knobs, vents, speaker grilles, brackets, trim pieces, and similar items where a smooth spray finish is useful.
For these parts, the main decision points are surface prep, the shape of the item, and whether you want a spray format that lays down evenly on edges and contours. That makes it a practical option when you need a coordinated finish on removable components.
Yes. The finish or sheen you choose can change how Pratt and Lambert 2202 Carbonite reads after application because it affects reflectivity and how the color appears on the item. The same color can look different in matte, satin, semi-gloss, or gloss finishes.
For the most reliable result, match the finish to the project requirement and review the coating on the actual substrate, since surface texture and application method also affect the final look.
Custom-made MyPerfectColor orders matched to Pratt and Lambert 2202 Carbonite should be chosen carefully because they are made to order and are not returnable or refundable.
Before ordering, confirm the brand color reference, the MyPerfectColor product type, the sheen, and the quantity you need. That helps avoid ordering the wrong version of the color for your project.
Coverage depends on the size of the item, the texture of the surface, how much hiding power is needed, the application method, and how many coats you plan to apply. For spray paint, a typical can covers about 20 square feet with one coat.
If the surface is rough, porous, or a difficult substrate, plan for more material and consider a test spray first so you can estimate quantity more accurately for Pratt and Lambert 2202 Carbonite.
MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Pratt and Lambert 2202 Carbonite in its color archive. This enables us to make paint and verify that it matches the original.
Please note that if your material is not new then the paint may not work for touch up as your material has aged and is likely different than it was when new. Learn more about our color matching accuracy. If you need a touch up application, send us a part and we can create a touch up solution precisely matching the current color and sheen of your specific materials.
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MyPerfectColor offers custom spray paint matched to Pratt and Lambert 2202 Carbonite which enables you to conveniently achieve a professional spray-smooth finish. It is difficult to gauge spray paint coverage because it depends on how you apply it and the amount of overspray, but generally the 11oz spray will cover about 20 square feet per coat.
MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. This paint sticks well to most surfaces including metal, plastics, powder-coatings, cabinets and primed or previously painted wood.
While MyPerfectColor can provide paint matched to the Pratt and Lambert 2202 Carbonite, we don't provide any crossover information because this is a subjective determination. Every paint company offers its own unique selection of colors and rarely does a color have an exact equivalent in another company's color collection, so determining which color is the best approximation is a judgement call.
However, under the color image on a color page there is a link that says "Explore Related Colors". Clicking this link displays colors with similar values and you can look for any colors from the company 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.