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A match of Valspar 4011-3 Blue Coal is a very dark, muted blue with a clear gray cast. The low chroma keeps it restrained rather than vivid, and the low LRV means it can read as deep blue, charcoal-blue, or nearly black depending on the finish and lighting.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to the selected Valspar color reference is useful on smaller parts and fixtures where this dark blue-gray needs to be repeated consistently. It can be used on vents, speaker grilles, switch plates, mailbox parts, railings, brackets, shelving, hardware, and other sprayable components that benefit from a subdued finish without switching to a pure black look.
Because this is a dark color, surface prep and finish choice matter. Gloss or satin sheens can make texture, sanding marks, and edge wear more noticeable, while the color itself may read deeper and more charcoal on rough or porous substrates. On light or uneven surfaces, coverage and final appearance still depend on good preparation and enough film build.
Similar colors:
95-20C New Castle Blue
19-4025 Mood Indigo
4010-3 Corduroy Black
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 4011-3 Blue Coal 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 4011-3 Blue Coal 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 4011-3 Blue Coal. 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.
If you need more assistance, please feel free to contact us and one of our expert staff would be happy to help.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to 4011-3 Blue Coal is especially useful for small or awkward items where brushing is inefficient. Common uses include trim details, vents, pipes, railings, hardware, fixtures, accessories, and other removable parts that need to coordinate with this color.
If the item is small, detailed, or has hard-to-reach edges, spray application usually gives you better access than a brush. It is also a practical choice when you want a part, accessory, or fixture to match a known 4011-3 Blue Coal reference without repainting a larger surrounding surface.
A typical can of spray paint covers about 20 square feet with one coat, but actual coverage for 4011-3 Blue Coal depends on the surface size, texture, prep, and how much hiding power the project needs.
Rough or porous surfaces usually use more paint than smooth ones, and darker or uneven substrates may need extra coats to reach an even result. If you are coating a larger item or several parts, plan for more than one can so you do not run short before the job is finished.
Choose the finish based on how the item will be used, how durable it needs to be, and how much reflectivity you want on the finished surface. A higher gloss finish is usually easier to wipe clean, but it also reflects more light and can make surface texture more noticeable.
With 4011-3 Blue Coal, the finish can change how the color reads on the final part, so it is important to order the sheen that best matches the project instead of choosing by color alone. If the item will be handled often or cleaned regularly, durability and cleanup matter as much as the color match.
Yes, MyPerfectColor spray paint matched to 4011-3 Blue Coal can be used on many plastic items, but plastics vary widely. Because of that, it is smart to test on the actual material first and confirm that the paint adheres the way you need.
For better adhesion on plastics and other difficult surfaces, MyPerfectColor primer for acrylic enamel is a good prep step. Clean and prepare the surface carefully before painting, since surface condition can affect whether 4011-3 Blue Coal lays down smoothly and holds up over time.
Confirm 4011-3 Blue Coal from a physical swatch or a known existing color reference from the original brand, not from a screen alone. Monitor and phone colors can shift enough to make the wrong purchase decision if you rely on them by themselves.
MyPerfectColor matches to the original brand color reference, not to an aged painted surface or the brand's original paint product. If you are matching a part beside an existing surface, make sure the reference you choose is the actual target color for 4011-3 Blue Coal before placing the order.
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 4011-3 Blue Coal 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 4011-3 Blue Coal 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 4011-3 Blue Coal 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.