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A match of Sherwin Williams SW4073 Recycled Red reads as a medium-depth warm red with a softened rose undertone. It is not a bright primary red; the color feels moderated, slightly dusty, and more grounded than a clean signal red. With an LRV of 25.08, it will read noticeably darker and can appear richer on smooth surfaces.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to this color reference is a practical choice for smaller parts and details that need a restrained red. It can be used on shutters, railing components, mailbox posts, vent covers, switch plates, picture frames, shelf brackets, cabinet pulls, speaker grilles, and decorative hardware. It also works for PVC trim pieces, plastic accessories, and refurbished fixtures where spray application is the most efficient way to coat an uneven shape.
This color's moderate chroma usually allows steadier coverage than a very vivid red, but the final result still depends on the substrate, finish, and film build. Darker or uneven undercoats can show through longer, especially along edges and recessed details, and gloss can make surface texture or prep marks more noticeable. On exterior pieces, the muted red character is generally less demanding than a bright red, though exposure and wear still affect how the finish reads over time.
Similar colors:
SW1587 Rose Chintz
SW1580 Raspberry Sorbet
SW0080 Pink Flamingo
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 SW4073 Recycled Red from a physical Sherwin Williams swatch or another known existing color reference, not from a screen view alone. MyPerfectColor matches the original brand color standard, so the first step is making sure the target color reference is correct before you order.
If you are matching an existing painted item, remember that age, sheen, and surface texture can affect how that item looks compared with the original reference.
Choose the finish for SW4073 Recycled Red based on how the part will be used, cleaned, and viewed. Lower sheen usually shows less reflectivity and can hide surface texture better, while higher sheen is typically easier to wipe down but can make surface flaws more noticeable.
The same color can read differently at different sheen levels, so make the finish decision with the actual item and use case in mind, not from the color name alone.
Before applying SW4073 Recycled Red, clean the surface, remove grease or contamination, and let it dry fully. If the surface calls for it, lightly scuff it, mask off areas you do not want coated, and test on the actual item before doing the full application.
Good prep helps the MyPerfectColor match go on more predictably, especially on small parts, trim pieces, fixtures, and other surfaces where adhesion and appearance can vary.
Custom-made color matches should be ordered carefully because they are made to order and are not returnable or refundable. Before you place the order for SW4073 Recycled Red, confirm the brand color reference, the MyPerfectColor product type, the sheen, and the quantity you need.
If there is any doubt about the target color, verify it again from the original brand reference or a known existing reference before buying.
Lighting, placement, nearby surfaces, sheen, and substrate can all change how SW4073 Recycled Red reads after it is applied. A correct MyPerfectColor match can still appear different on a textured surface, under different light, or beside an older painted part.
If color approval is sensitive, test the match on the actual item and view it in the conditions where it will be used.
MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Sherwin Williams SW4073 Recycled Red 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 SW4073 Recycled Red. 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 SW4073 Recycled Red, 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.