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Match of Kelly Moore™ KM3480-5 Golden Ray *
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A match of Kelly Moore KM3480-5 Golden Ray is a bright, warm yellow-gold with a clear orange lean. It has strong chroma, so the color reads vivid rather than softened, and its LRV around 60 keeps it in the lighter range without turning pale.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to the selected Kelly Moore color reference can be useful on parts that need a clean golden yellow finish, such as shutters, railings, mailbox posts, switch plates, speaker grilles, brackets, frames, shelving edges, or PVC details. It is also a practical choice for metal or plastic accessories where a warm accent color needs to be applied evenly to small, sprayable surfaces.
Because this is a high-chroma yellow, it may take extra coats to cover dark, stained, or uneven substrates evenly. Surface prep and primer color can influence how bright or deep it appears, and smoother finishes usually make the color read cleaner. Outdoors, vivid yellows can be more sensitive to weathering than quieter neutrals, so finish selection and film build matter.
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About Kelly Moore Paints
Since 1946, Kelly-Moore Paints has provided quality, innovative products, and exceptional service at a fair value. Kelly-Moore’s more than 1,700 new colors present endless color combinations.
Matching Kelly Moore Paint Colors
MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Kelly Moore color by matching the original Kelly Moore color books and swatches.
The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Kelly Moore Color and may not match Kelly Moore Color standards. Refer to Kelly Moore Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Kelly Moore 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 Kelly Moore™ KM3480-5 Golden Ray *
How should I confirm Kelly Moore KM3480-5 Golden Ray before ordering a MyPerfectColor match?
Confirm Kelly Moore KM3480-5 Golden Ray from a physical swatch, an original brand reference, or a known existing painted part before you order. Screen viewing alone can shift the color enough to create a wrong-match risk.
MyPerfectColor makes its own paint matched to the selected Kelly Moore color reference, so the most important step is verifying that KM3480-5 Golden Ray is the exact target you want. If the item will sit next to an existing surface, confirm the reference carefully because age, sheen, and substrate can make a final project look different from the original color standard.
What surface prep is recommended before using KM3480-5 Golden Ray custom spray paint?
For KM3480-5 Golden Ray custom spray paint, start with a clean, dry surface and remove dust, grease, and loose material before spraying. Light scuffing can help on suitable surfaces, and masking nearby areas can reduce overspray.
Always test the paint on the actual substrate first, especially on plastics, metal, or previously coated parts. Good prep matters because surface condition can affect adhesion, coverage, and how the matched color reads on the finished item.
What projects are a good fit for KM3480-5 Golden Ray custom spray paint?
KM3480-5 Golden Ray custom spray paint is useful for small or awkward items that are easier to coat with spray than with a brush, such as trim details, fixtures, railings, vents, pipes, hardware, accessories, and other removable parts.
It is also a practical choice when you want MyPerfectColor paint matched to the selected Kelly Moore color reference on metal, plastic, wood, or previously coated surfaces, as long as the surface is prepared correctly for the material you are painting.
How much KM3480-5 Golden Ray paint do I need for my project?
Coverage for KM3480-5 Golden Ray depends on the size of the item, the surface texture, the hiding power of the coating, the 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 larger object or a surface that needs multiple coats, plan extra material so you do not run short partway through the job. For non-spray formats, coverage is often much higher, commonly about 400 to 600 square feet, but the exact result still depends on the surface and application.
How do I choose the right finish for KM3480-5 Golden Ray?
Choose the finish for KM3480-5 Golden Ray based on how the item will be used and how much sheen you want on the finished surface. Finish affects durability, reflectivity, cleanup, and the way the matched color appears once it is dry.
If the item is a fixture, trim piece, or hardware part, compare the practical needs of the surface with the finish options before ordering. The same KM3480-5 Golden Ray color can look different in a low-sheen versus higher-sheen finish, so finish selection is part of getting the right final result.
How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Kelly Moore KM3480-5 Golden Ray?
What are the RGB, HEX and LRV values for Kelly Moore KM3480-5 Golden Ray?
What paint type is used to make spray paint matched to Kelly Moore KM3480-5 Golden Ray? And how many spray cans do I need?
MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Kelly Moore KM3480-5 Golden Ray 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.
What is the Hue Angle and Chroma for Kelly Moore KM3480-5 Golden Ray?
How can MyPerfectColor match the Kelly Moore KM3480-5 Golden Ray?
MyPerfectColor has an original sample of the Kelly Moore KM3480-5 Golden Ray 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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Do I need a primer for Kelly Moore KM3480-5 Golden Ray?
How do I convert Kelly Moore KM3480-5 Golden Ray to a different company?
While we can provide Kelly Moore KM3480-5 Golden Ray 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.