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A match of Valspar 253-2 Aquarium is a light, cool aqua with a blue-green bias and a muted, slightly gray-softened character. It reads as a clear pastel-leaning color rather than a saturated teal.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to 253-2 Aquarium can be used on vents, switch covers, speaker grilles, PVC pipe, brackets, shelving supports, frames, hardware, and other small parts that spray well. It also works for removable fixture pieces, access panels, and equipment accents where a soft aqua finish needs to carry across metal, plastic, or previously coated surfaces.
Because the color is light, darker or uneven substrates can show through more easily and may need extra prep or more than one coat for even coverage. The finish, film build, and surface texture can all shift how cool or soft the color reads, so smooth substrates and a uniform base usually produce the most consistent result.
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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 253-2 Aquarium 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 253-2 Aquarium 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 253-2 Aquarium. 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.
Use light, even coats and keep the spray distance consistent so the film builds smoothly. Overlap each pass slightly and avoid heavy wet passes, since that can cause runs, uneven sheen, or a muddy-looking finish on a match of 253-2 Aquarium.
If the part has edges, grooves, or texture, make several light passes instead of trying to cover it in one coat. Let each coat flash off as directed on the product label before applying the next coat.
The Safety Data Sheet is tied to the specific MyPerfectColor paint product or chemistry, not to the color name alone. For MyPerfectColor 253-2 Aquarium, check the MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets page here: https://www.myperfectcolor.com/Safety-Data-Sheets/33970.htm.
If you are ordering a different format or product type matched to 253-2 Aquarium, verify the SDS for that exact product before use.
Yes, MyPerfectColor spray paint can work well on many plastics, but plastics vary a lot, so testing on the actual item is important before painting the full part. A match of 253-2 Aquarium may look and bond differently depending on the specific plastic, surface texture, and prep.
Clean the part well, follow the prep steps for the substrate, and use the MyPerfectColor primer to improve adhesion when the surface is hard to bond to. The primer information is here: https://www.myperfectcolor.com/en/product/995031-Primer-for-Acrylic-Enamel/.
Yes, MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to 253-2 Aquarium is often used for small parts where a smooth, durable spray finish is needed. That includes switch covers, knobs, vents, speaker grilles, brackets, trim pieces, and similar removable items.
For the best result, remove the part if possible, clean it thoroughly, and spray several light coats instead of one heavy coat. That helps the match of 253-2 Aquarium read more evenly on small hardware and accessories.
Choose the sheen based on how the part will be used and how much surface reflectivity you want. Higher gloss finishes are easier to wipe clean and can make a match of 253-2 Aquarium look brighter and more reflective, while flatter finishes reduce shine and can make surface imperfections less noticeable.
Keep in mind that the same color can look different as sheen changes, so the finish choice is part of the final appearance. If you are matching a specific existing item, try to align the sheen as closely as possible to the surface it will sit next to.
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 253-2 Aquarium 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 253-2 Aquarium 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 253-2 Aquarium 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.