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Match of Home Hardware™ 1004 Viola *

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A match of Home Hardware 1004 Viola reads as a medium-light lavender-purple with a cool bias and a soft, slightly muted character. The color has enough chroma to register clearly as purple, but it is not a bright violet; the blue side shows more than a warm red cast.

MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to 1004 Viola is useful for smaller parts that benefit from a defined purple finish, such as speaker grilles, switch plates, vent covers, shelves, brackets, frames, hardware, railing sections, shutters, and decorative components on furniture or fixtures. It can also be a practical match for removable plastic or metal pieces that need to coordinate with a known brand color.

Because this color is mid-light rather than deep, coverage is usually manageable, but color changes can still show more quickly over dark or uneven substrates. Finish and surface texture will affect how cool or muted it appears, and glossy or very smooth parts may make sheen differences more noticeable. Careful prep helps the color read evenly on metal, plastic, wood, or previously coated items.

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Matching Home Hardware Paint Colors

MyPerfectColor is able match all of the Home Hardware paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Home Hardware color by matching the original Home Hardware color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using Home Hardware paint.

The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Home Hardware Color and may not match Home Hardware Color standards. Refer to Home Hardware Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Home Hardware 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.

Frequently Asked Questions About Match of Home Hardware™ 1004 Viola *

How long should MyPerfectColor spray paint matched to Home Hardware 1004 Viola dry before I handle or recoat it?

MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Home Hardware 1004 Viola is typically dry to the touch within minutes. Plan on recoating in 1 to 2 hours, but do not treat it as ready for heavy handling, stacking, or installation until it has had time to cure. Full cure is about two weeks.

Do I need primer before spraying a match of Home Hardware 1004 Viola?

Whether you need primer for a match of Home Hardware 1004 Viola depends on the substrate, its condition, and the paint system you are using. A primer is often helpful on bare, repaired, porous, glossy, or difficult surfaces, and it can improve adhesion, but it is not required for every project. Check the selected product's prep guidance before ordering or spraying, and use a primer when you want the safest setup for an unfamiliar surface.

What projects are best for MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Home Hardware 1004 Viola?

MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Home Hardware 1004 Viola is useful for trim details, fixtures, railings, vents, pipes, hardware, accessories, and other parts that are awkward or inefficient to coat with a brush. It is a match of the selected Home Hardware color reference, not the original brand paint, so it is best when you need that color on a separate part or component rather than trying to repair an aged area in place.

Will the finish change how Home Hardware 1004 Viola looks after it is sprayed?

Yes. The finish or sheen changes how Home Hardware 1004 Viola reflects light, so the same color can look less reflective in a flatter finish and more vivid or brighter in a glossier one. Treat finish as part of the product choice, not just appearance. If you are coating a part that already has a finish, choose the finish that best matches that part's existing sheen when possible.

How do I confirm that Home Hardware 1004 Viola is the right color before ordering MyPerfectColor paint?

Before ordering a match of Home Hardware 1004 Viola, confirm the target color from a physical swatch from Home Hardware or another known existing color reference. Do not rely on a screen alone, because monitors can shift the way the color appears. MyPerfectColor matches the original brand color standard, so the order should be based on the confirmed reference you want reproduced.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Home Hardware 1004 Viola?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Home Hardware 1004 Viola depends on the type of paint needed. Interior and exterior house paints usually ship within 1 to 3 business days, while custom spray paint typically takes 3-5 business days to ship. The transit time depends on your location and the shipping method you choose. If your need is immediate, select Expedited Production during checkout. Most expedited production orders ship within 24 hours on business days. Please contact MyPerfectColor if you are concerned about a specific deadline. We do our best to make sure you get your paint on time. Learn more about paint lead times at MyPerfectColor.
What are the RGB, HEX and LRV values for Home Hardware 1004 Viola?
The RGB values for Home Hardware 1004 Viola are 171, 142, 187 and the HEX code is #AB8EBB. The LRV for Home Hardware 1004 Viola is 31.61. The LRV stands for Light Reflectance Value and measures the percentage of light that a color reflects. Learn more about Light Reflectance Values and using RGB and Hex codes for paint.
What is the Hue Angle and Chroma for Home Hardware 1004 Viola?
The Hue Angle for Home Hardware 1004 Viola is 315.01 and the chroma is 27.02. The Hue Angle represents the position of a color's hue around a color wheel. The Chromacity represents the intensity of a hue. Learn more about browsing colors by hue.
Which paint matching the Home Hardware 1004 Viola would be best for interior walls?
MyPerfectColor doesn't sell Home Hardware, but it does match the Home Hardware 1004 Viola in a wide variety of paint types. The best paint for interior walls is typically a matte or eggshell. Flat paint is most often used for ceilings and semi-gloss paint is used for trim. If it is a commercial or industrial application, you may have other considerations such as chemical resistance. Custom spray paint can be used for in wall speakers, railings, HVAC vents, electrical cabinets and anything else needing a professional spray smooth finish. Contact MyPerfectColor support if you have specific questions about the best paint to use for your project.
How can MyPerfectColor match the Home Hardware 1004 Viola?

MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Home Hardware 1004 Viola 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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How many spray cans of the Home Hardware 1004 Viola should I get?

MyPerfectColor offers custom spray paint matched to Home Hardware 1004 Viola which enables you to conveniently achieve a professional spray-smooth finish. It is difficult to gauge spray paint coverage because it depends on how you apply it and the amount of overspray, but generally the 11oz spray will cover about 20 square feet per coat.

MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. This paint sticks well to most surfaces including metal, plastics, powder-coatings, cabinets and primed or previously painted wood.

How do I find the same color as the Home Hardware 1004 Viola in a different company?

While MyPerfectColor can provide paint matched to the Home Hardware 1004 Viola, 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.