Match of Sherwin Williams™ SW2261 Canal Blue *

Confirm SW2261 Canal Blue from a physical swatch, a known existing color reference, or another reliable original-brand sample rather than from a screen image alone. MyPerfectColor makes a match of SW2261 Canal Blue in its own paint, so the key buying step is verifying that SW2261 Canal Blue is the target color before you place the order.

If you are matching an existing item, compare the reference under the same lighting where the finished part will be used. Screen color can shift, so a physical reference is the safer way to avoid ordering the wrong match.

Yes, but the surface condition matters. For metal or an existing coating, clean off oil, dirt, wax, and other contamination, then scuff sound glossy areas so the new coating can bond. If there is rust, peeling paint, or a failing old coating, those problems need to be addressed first.

The final look of SW2261 Canal Blue can change based on the condition of the old coating, the texture of the substrate, and the gloss level underneath. A small test application is a good way to confirm adhesion and appearance before painting the full item.

Choose the sheen based on how the part will be used and how you want the finished surface to behave, not just on the color name. Lower sheens usually reduce reflectivity and can hide surface variation better, while higher sheens are easier to wipe down but can show texture and imperfections more clearly.

With SW2261 Canal Blue, the sheen will change the final appearance even though the color reference stays the same. If you are coordinating a part with other painted items, make sure the sheen you order is appropriate for that application because different sheens can make the same color read differently.

Custom-made color matches are made specifically to your selected reference and product options, so they should be ordered carefully. Once you choose SW2261 Canal Blue, confirm the color reference, product type, sheen, and quantity before placing the order.

Because MyPerfectColor is making a match of SW2261 Canal Blue to your selected specifications, these orders are not the same as buying an off-the-shelf stock item. Double-check the details first so you do not end up with a custom order that does not fit the project.

The Safety Data Sheet is tied to the MyPerfectColor product chemistry, not to the SW2261 Canal Blue color name by itself. If you need the SDS, use the MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets page for the exact product you plan to order.

For this product page, the SDS reference is here: https://www.myperfectcolor.com/Safety-Data-Sheets/33970.htm

MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Sherwin Williams SW2261 Canal 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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To make spray paint matched to Sherwin Williams SW2261 Canal Blue. 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.

The 11oz spray will cover about 20 square feet per coat. Keep in mind that it is difficult to gauge how much spray you'll need as it is highly dependent on how it is applied. It is better to have too much than run short.

While MyPerfectColor can provide paint matched to the Sherwin Williams SW2261 Canal Blue, 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.