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A match of Valspar 3006-1A Dijon is a light, saturated yellow-gold with a clear warm lean and a subtle green-leaning undertone. It reads brighter than a muted mustard and less orange than an amber yellow, so the color feels clean and direct rather than earthy or brown.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to 3006-1A Dijon can be useful for vents, switch covers, speaker grilles, brackets, frame details, shelving supports, mailbox parts, shutter hardware, PVC trim pieces, and other small components that need a strong yellow-gold reference color. Because it is a vivid color, it can also work on accent pieces, labels, signs, or maker projects where a clear, high-visibility finish is wanted.
Because this color is highly chromatic, coverage may be less forgiving than with quieter neutrals and can take additional coats for even color over dark, patchy, or contrasting substrates. Finish and substrate texture can change how warm or yellow-green the color appears, and gloss levels may make surface flaws and sheen differences more noticeable. Outdoor exposure can also put more strain on vivid yellow colors than on subdued tones.
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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 3006-1A Dijon 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 3006-1A Dijon 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 3006-1A Dijon. 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.
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Use the SDS for the MyPerfectColor product you are ordering, not the Valspar color name by itself. Safety Data Sheets are tied to the actual MyPerfectColor chemistry and format, so if you order a match of 3006-1A Dijon, check the SDS for that specific product. The Safety Data Sheets page for this item is https://www.myperfectcolor.com/Safety-Data-Sheets/33970.htm.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to 3006-1A Dijon is most useful for small or awkward parts such as trim details, fixtures, railings, vents, pipes, hardware, and accessories. Choose spray paint when brushing would be slow or leave visible marks, or when you need a removable part to coordinate with a known paint color. For larger walls or broad surfaces, another format may be more practical.
Coverage for 3006-1A Dijon depends on the surface size, texture, hiding power, application method, and how many coats you need. A typical can of spray paint covers about 20 square feet with one coat, but rough, porous, dark, or uneven surfaces can use more material. If you are painting only a few vents, brackets, or other small parts, one can may be enough; if you are coating larger items or multiple pieces, plan conservatively and allow for extra coats.
Before applying a match of 3006-1A Dijon, clean the surface, remove grease and wax, and let it dry fully. Lightly scuff the surface where appropriate, then mask off areas you do not want coated. Because plastic, metal, wood, and previously coated surfaces can behave differently, test the finish on the actual item before painting the whole project.
Confirm 3006-1A Dijon from a physical swatch, a known existing sample, or another reliable original brand reference before you order. Do not rely on a screen image alone, because display settings and lighting can shift the way the color looks. MyPerfectColor matches the original brand color reference, so the better you verify the target color first, the lower the risk of ordering the wrong match.
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 3006-1A Dijon 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 3006-1A Dijon 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 3006-1A Dijon 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.