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A match of Sherwin Williams SW1098 Basic Brown is a dark, muted brown with a warm undertone. It reads earthy rather than clean or vivid, and its low LRV gives it a deep, subdued appearance that can look nearly brown-black in lower light while still holding a brown cast.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to the selected brand color can be used on railings, mailboxes, vent covers, switch plates, speaker grilles, brackets, shelving supports, PVC trim pieces, gate hardware, and small furniture accents. It is also a practical choice for outdoor fixtures and accessory parts that need a warm brown match across metal, plastic, wood, or previously coated surfaces after proper preparation.
Because this is a dark color, sheen and surface condition can affect how even it looks once sprayed. Coverage is usually straightforward compared with brighter colors, but texture, patchiness, or a glossier finish can make lap marks and surface defects more noticeable. Steady film build and good prep help the color read more uniformly.
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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.
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Choose the finish based on how the item will be used and how much shine you want on the finished surface. With MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Sherwin Williams SW1098 Basic Brown, lower sheen finishes usually hide surface texture better, while higher sheen finishes are easier to wipe clean and will reflect more light.
Keep in mind that the same SW1098 Basic Brown color can look darker or more noticeable in gloss finishes and more subdued in flat finishes. If the part will be handled often or needs easier cleanup, choose a more durable sheen. If the part has imperfections, a lower sheen is often the safer ordering choice.
Yes. MyPerfectColor can make a custom spray paint match of SW1098 Basic Brown for small parts and hardware such as switch covers, knobs, vents, speaker grilles, brackets, trim pieces, and similar items.
Spray paint is often the practical choice for these projects because it can help produce a more even finish on detailed or removable parts. Surface preparation still matters, and some materials may need cleaning, sanding, or primer before painting.
Coverage depends on the size of the item, the surface texture, the hiding power needed, the spray method, and how many coats you plan to apply. A typical can of spray paint covers about 20 square feet with one coat, but real-world coverage can be less on rough, porous, or irregular surfaces.
If you are painting multiple parts, plan for extra material so you do not run short before the project is complete. For larger surfaces, other MyPerfectColor paint formats may be more efficient than spray paint.
Safety Data Sheet information is tied to the specific MyPerfectColor product and chemistry, not to the SW1098 Basic Brown color name by itself. You should review the SDS for the exact format you are ordering.
MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets can be found on the product Safety Data Sheets page, including https://www.myperfectcolor.com/Safety-Data-Sheets/33970.htm.
Before ordering, confirm the color reference, product format, sheen, and quantity. MyPerfectColor supplies a custom match to Sherwin Williams SW1098 Basic Brown, not the original Sherwin-Williams paint product.
Custom-made color matches are not returnable or refundable, so it is important to verify the target color and the item you plan to paint before placing the order.
MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Sherwin Williams SW1098 Basic Brown 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 SW1098 Basic Brown. 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 SW1098 Basic Brown, 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.