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A match of Sherwin Williams SW2830 Colonial Revival Yellow is a light, warm yellow with a noticeable golden, slightly earthy undertone. It reads softer than a bright lemon yellow and has enough chroma to stay clearly yellow without looking harsh. The LRV is fairly high, so the color will appear light, but the warm cast keeps it from feeling pale or washed out.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to this color can be used on small parts and details that need a warm yellow reference: vents, switch covers, speaker grilles, mailbox parts, shelf brackets, picture frames, lamp components, hardware, wicker pieces, and removable trim or fixture parts. It is also a practical choice for PVC trim details, shutters, and other sprayable exterior accessories where a specific brand color needs to be repeated on separate components.
Because this is a lighter yellow with moderate saturation, coverage can be more sensitive to the color and condition of the substrate. Dark, uneven, or patched surfaces may influence the first coats, and finish choice can change how rich or soft the color reads. Proper surface preparation and enough film build help the match appear more even and consistent.
On exterior parts, strong sunlight and existing surface wear can change the way the color reads over time, especially on small pieces that sit beside older painted surfaces. If the item will be installed immediately after painting, careful prep and application on the actual material can help reduce shifts caused by sheen or texture.
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SW2348 Yellow Corn
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The SHERWIN-WILLIAMS COMPANY was founded by Henry Sherwin and Edward Williams in 1866. Today, the company is a global leader in the development, manufacture and sale of coatings and related products.
MyPerfectColor matches all of the Sherwin-Williams paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Sherwin-Williams color by matching the original Sherwin-Williams color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using Sherwin-Williams paint.
The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Sherwin-Williams Color and may not match Sherwin-Williams Color standards. Refer to Sherwin-Williams Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Sherwin-Williams 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.
Confirm SW2830 Colonial Revival Yellow from a physical Sherwin Williams swatch, an approved sample, or a known existing painted part, not from a phone or monitor. MyPerfectColor matches the selected brand color reference, so the key decision is whether the reference you are holding is the exact target color. If the color is only coming from a screen or an aged surface, compare it to a physical reference before placing the order.
Coverage depends on the size of the part, surface texture, how much hiding power the substrate needs, the spray pattern, and how many coats you plan to apply. As a planning rule, one can of spray paint typically covers about 20 square feet per coat, but real-world coverage can be lower on rough, porous, or dark surfaces. If the project needs full, even color in SW2830 Colonial Revival Yellow, plan extra material for test spraying and a second coat.
The SDS is tied to the specific MyPerfectColor product and chemistry, not to SW2830 Colonial Revival Yellow as a color name by itself. You can review MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets here: Safety Data Sheets. Use the SDS for the exact product format you plan to order, such as spray paint or another MyPerfectColor option.
Yes. Finish changes how much light reflects off the coating, so the same SW2830 Colonial Revival Yellow color can look different in matte, satin, or gloss. The color reference stays the same, but the perceived appearance on the finished item can shift with sheen and substrate texture. If the part must line up with nearby painted pieces, choose the finish that best matches the existing surface sheen.
Apply SW2830 Colonial Revival Yellow in light, even passes rather than one heavy coat. Keep the can moving, overlap each pass slightly, and avoid flooding edges, corners, or recessed areas, since heavy application can cause runs, uneven sheen, or a muddy-looking build. For small parts like vents, hardware, covers, or brackets, several thin coats usually give more controlled results than trying to cover everything at once. Follow the dry time and recoating instructions for the specific MyPerfectColor product you ordered.
MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Sherwin Williams SW2830 Colonial Revival Yellow 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 SW2830 Colonial Revival Yellow. 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 SW2830 Colonial Revival Yellow, 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.