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A match of Dunn Edwards DE 3169 Sir Dredge is a muted warm taupe-beige with an olive-leaning undertone. It reads as a medium-depth neutral rather than a light tan, with enough gray and brown in it to keep the color subdued and earthy.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to DE 3169 Sir Dredge can be useful on PVC pipe, vents, switch covers, railings, mailbox parts, brackets, shelving, hardware, and other small metal or plastic pieces that need a coordinated, low-chroma finish. It also fits baskets, frames, and trim accessories where a sprayable part needs to carry the same warm, olive-tinted neutral.
Because the color is muted rather than vivid, coverage is usually more forgiving than with stronger accent colors. Even so, substrate color, surface texture, and sheen can shift how warm or olive the result appears. With an LRV of 24.27, it will read relatively deep on large or solid surfaces, and a smooth, even film will help keep the tone consistent. On darker or uneven substrates, a uniform base coat can reduce show-through and help the color settle evenly.
Similar colors:
DEC776 Courtyard Green
DET640 Tawny Owl
DE 3166 Canyon Abyss
Dunn-Edwards has been the leading paint manufacturer in the Southwestern United States since 1925. They are committed to providing the superior products and services that their customers have come to expect. Their mission has always been to provide the best performing paint, in an environmentally sound manner to protect the health and well-being of their customers.
MyPerfectColor is able match all of the Dunn Edwards paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Dunn Edwards color by matching the original Dunn Edwards color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using Dunn Edwards paint.
The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Dunn Edwards Color and may not match Dunn Edwards Color standards. Refer to Dunn Edwards Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Dunn Edwards 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.
For a match of DE 3169 Sir Dredge, use light, even coats instead of one heavy pass. Hold the can at a consistent distance, overlap each pass slightly, and keep the spray moving so the film builds evenly. Heavy passes can cause runs, uneven sheen, or a muddy-looking color build.
Let each coat flash or dry before applying the next coat. Dry time can vary with temperature, humidity, film thickness, and the surface you are coating, so follow the product instructions for the specific MyPerfectColor spray paint you order.
Coverage for a match of DE 3169 Sir Dredge depends on the size of the item, surface texture, how much the surface absorbs, the spray method, and how many coats you need. A typical can of spray paint covers about 20 square feet with one coat, but actual coverage can be lower on rough or porous surfaces.
If you are coating a larger area, MyPerfectColor also offers other paint formats. Those typically cover about 400 to 600 square feet, depending on the product and surface. For ordering, plan for the number of coats you expect to apply, not just the square footage of the item.
Yes. A match of DE 3169 Sir Dredge is well suited to small projects like baskets, frames, shelving, brackets, decor pieces, and other accessories where spray application is practical. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to the selected brand color is a good option when you want a repeatable color on a removable or small object.
Make sure the item is properly cleaned and prepared for the material you are coating, especially on metal, plastic, wicker, or previously coated surfaces. Spraying in light coats usually gives better control on detailed parts and reduces the risk of drips in corners and edges.
The best finish for a match of DE 3169 Sir Dredge depends on how the item will be used and how you want the coating to perform. Higher gloss finishes are more reflective and are usually easier to clean. Lower gloss finishes reduce reflectivity but can show less shine from surface flaws. Semi-gloss or satin often provides a middle ground for many spray-painted parts.
Keep in mind that the same color can look slightly different across gloss levels, textures, and substrates. If you are coating a part that will sit beside an existing painted surface, try to choose a finish that is close to the surrounding finish so the overall appearance is more consistent.
The Safety Data Sheet is tied to the specific MyPerfectColor product and chemistry you order, not to the DE 3169 Sir Dredge color name by itself. If you need the SDS, check the MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets page for the exact product format you are purchasing.
For reference, the SDS page provided for this collection is https://www.myperfectcolor.com/Safety-Data-Sheets/33970.htm. If you are comparing spray paint with another format, make sure you are looking at the SDS for the correct product.
MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Dunn Edwards DE 3169 Sir Dredge 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 an original sample of the Dunn Edwards DE 3169 Sir Dredge 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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While we can provide Dunn Edwards DE 3169 Sir Dredge 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.