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A match of Sico 4046-53 Violet-blue is a cool, medium-deep blue with a clear violet undertone. With an LRV of 17.1, it reads fairly dark rather than light, and the moderate chroma keeps it from looking bright or neon.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to the selected brand color can be a practical choice for small, spray-friendly parts that need a deeper blue-violet finish. It can be used on return-air vents, speaker grilles, switch plates, shelf brackets, frames, railings, mailbox parts, hardware, access panels, and other removable metal or plastic pieces where a repeatable color match matters more than a generic blue.
Because this is a relatively deep color, coverage can show substrate contrast if the surface is light, uneven, or poorly prepared. Sheen, film thickness, and texture can also shift the balance between blue and violet, so a test spray on the actual material is useful when the part has a gloss finish or a difficult substrate. On exterior pieces, normal weathering and sun exposure can change how strongly the color reads over time.
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Sico began as a small store producing commercial and industrial paints and varnishes in Quebec City. Now part of PPG Architectural Coatings, Sico continues to please customers with a broad array of colors.
MyPerfectColor is able match all of the Sico paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Sico color by matching the original Sico color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using Sico paint.
The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Sico Color and may not match Sico Color standards. Refer to Sico Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Sico 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.
The code 4046-53 Violet-blue identifies the color target, but it does not tell you which sheen to order. Sheen affects durability, cleanup, and how much light the finished item reflects.
If you are coating a part that will be handled often, a more durable finish may be the better choice. If you are matching an existing painted item, try to choose the same sheen so the color match and the surface finish read together more consistently. MyPerfectColor can supply a match of 4046-53 Violet-blue in a format suited to the project, but the sheen should be selected based on the application, not the color code alone.
Yes. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to 4046-53 Violet-blue is often a practical choice for small parts like switch covers, knobs, vents, speaker grilles, brackets, trim pieces, and similar hardware.
Spray application is useful when you want an even finish on a small or awkward item. Just make sure the surface is properly prepared for the material you are coating, and apply thin, even coats so the finish builds smoothly. The best format is the one that fits the object size, shape, and substrate you are painting.
Not always. MyPerfectColor makes a match of 4046-53 Violet-blue, but the finished look can still change based on lighting, placement, sheen, texture, and nearby surfaces.
This matters most when the painted item will sit next to an existing surface or in a strong light source. A color can read differently on a flat panel, a curved part, or a textured substrate, even when the formula is matched to the same color reference. If the item is highly visible, it is wise to account for the final location and viewing conditions before ordering.
Coverage depends on the size of the item, the surface texture, the material, how much hiding is needed, and how many coats you plan to apply. For spray paint, a typical can covers about 20 square feet with one coat.
If you are painting small parts, a single can may be enough for several items, but complex shapes and rough surfaces can use more paint than expected. If you are coating a larger area, consider the total square footage and the number of coats before ordering so you do not run short during the job.
Confirm the target color from a physical swatch from the original brand or from a known existing color reference. Do not rely on a screen alone, since monitors and phones can shift the appearance of 4046-53 Violet-blue.
MyPerfectColor matches the original brand color reference, so the key purchase decision is whether 4046-53 Violet-blue is the correct target. The code identifies the color, but it does not define sheen, product line, or how an aged painted surface may look today. If you are matching an existing part, verify the reference before placing the order.
MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Sico 4046-53 Violet-blue 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 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.
MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Sico 4046-53 Violet-blue 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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While we can provide Sico 4046-53 Violet-blue 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.