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A match of Valspar 324-6 Acorn reads as a muted, warm brown with an earthy tan undertone and moderate darkness. With an LRV of 12.22, it sits in a deeper range rather than a light tan, so it tends to look grounded and subdued instead of bright or red.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to 324-6 Acorn is practical for railings, shutters, mailbox parts, vent covers, speaker grilles, switch plates, brackets, shelving supports, picture frames, and trim pieces that need a subdued brown finish. It can also be used on PVC, metal hardware, wicker, and small exterior fixtures when a coordinated sprayed finish is needed across mixed materials.
Because this color is relatively deep, application thickness and substrate color can influence how fully it reads; lighter or uneven surfaces may need careful coverage to reach the intended depth. Finish and surface texture also matter, since a glossier coat can make the brown feel a little darker and smoother, while a matte or rough substrate may soften the color and show variation more readily.
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3009-8 Gypsy Leather
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The Valspar Corporation is a manufacturer of paint and coatings based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Valspar was founded in 1806 as a paint dealership in Boston, Massachusetts. The Valspar name emerged in 1903 as the name of a clear varnish and became the company name in 1932. Sherwin-Williams acquired Valspar in June 2017.
MyPerfectColor is able to match all of the Valspar paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Valspar 324-6 Acorn by matching the original Valspar color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor does not use Valspar paint.
The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Valspar 324-6 Acorn and may not match Valspar Color standards. Refer to Valspar Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Valspar 324-6 Acorn. 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 the 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.
Yes, MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to 324-6 Acorn can be used on many plastic parts, but plastics vary a lot. Test on the actual material first if you can, because some plastics bond well and others do not.
For better adhesion, clean the part well and consider the MyPerfectColor primer for Acrylic Enamel before topcoating. A primer is especially useful when the plastic is smooth, low-energy, or unfamiliar.
Coverage depends on the surface size, texture, hiding power, application method, and how many coats you need. A typical can of spray paint covers about 20 square feet with one coat.
If you are coating a rough, dark, or uneven surface, plan for extra material. Other MyPerfectColor paint formats usually cover between 400 and 600 square feet, but coverage will still vary by product and application.
The SDS is tied to the MyPerfectColor product and chemistry, not to the 324-6 Acorn color name by itself. If you need safety information, look up the SDS for the specific MyPerfectColor paint format you are ordering.
MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets are available on the MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets page.
Yes. MyPerfectColor spray paint matched to 324-6 Acorn is practical for baskets, frames, shelving, decor pieces, furniture accents, brackets, and similar items where the goal is to coordinate a specific color reference.
For small or decorative objects, clean the surface first and test a hidden area if the item has an unusual coating, texture, or plastic type.
Before applying a match of 324-6 Acorn, clean the metal or existing coating to remove dirt, oil, and contamination. If the surface is glossy, scuff it so the new coating can grab better, and remove rust or loose material before painting.
The condition of the old coating matters, and gloss, texture, and surface wear can change how the finished color reads. A test spray on a small area is the safest way to check adhesion and appearance before committing to the whole part.
MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Valspar 324-6 Acorn 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 hundreds of color books in its archive, including the original Valspar paint color books. The color Valspar 324-6 Acorn you are looking for is in our library. We are able to make paint and verify that it matches the original.
Please note that if you are trying to touch up, the paint on your wall now is likely different than it was when first painted. MyPerfectColor will be sending the original color which may no longer match your walls. Learn more about color matching accuracy and our color matching service.
While we can provide Valspar 324-6 Acorn 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.