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A match of Dunn Edwards DE5812 Dreamy Blue is a light, cool blue with a soft gray cast and low saturation. It reads airy rather than bright, with a muted blue-green undertone that keeps it subdued and clean.
MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Dunn Edwards DE5812 Dreamy Blue is useful for small parts and hard-to-match items that need a quiet blue finish. It can be applied to vent covers, switch plates, speaker grilles, access panels, PVC pipe, mailbox parts, brackets, shelving, hardware, and other sprayable fixtures or accessories where a pale blue match helps the part coordinate with an existing color reference.
Because this is a light color, coverage can be affected by what is underneath it. Darker or uneven substrates may show through more readily, so surface prep and even film build matter. The final look can also shift with sheen and substrate texture; a smoother surface usually reads a little clearer, while a rough or porous surface can soften the color further.
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Dunn-Edwards has been the leading paint manufacturer in the Southwestern United States since 1925. They are committed to providing the superior products and services that their customers have come to expect. Their mission has always been to provide the best performing paint, in an environmentally sound manner to protect the health and well-being of their customers.
MyPerfectColor is able match all of the Dunn Edwards paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Dunn Edwards color by matching the original Dunn Edwards color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using Dunn Edwards paint.
The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Dunn Edwards Color and may not match Dunn Edwards Color standards. Refer to Dunn Edwards Publications to obtain the accurate color. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Dunn Edwards 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.
Start with the actual surface size, then add extra for texture, masking losses, and the number of coats you expect to need. A typical can of spray paint covers about 20 square feet with one coat, but coverage can vary a lot based on the item, the surface condition, the hiding power needed, and how the paint is applied.
If you are coating a larger part or a rough surface, plan for additional material rather than ordering only the minimum square footage. For DE5812 Dreamy Blue, testing a small area first can help you judge whether one can, multiple cans, or another MyPerfectColor format is the better choice.
Even when the color match is correct, DE5812 Dreamy Blue can still read differently after application because lighting, sheen, placement, and nearby surfaces all affect the finished look. A gloss level change, a darker room, or strong natural light can make the same color appear lighter, darker, or slightly different in character.
If the painted item will sit next to an existing surface, check the result on the actual piece or on a test sample before finishing the full project. That is the best way to confirm how the DE5812 Dreamy Blue match will look in the real location.
For DE5812 Dreamy Blue, begin with a clean, dry, grease-free surface. Remove dust, oils, and any loose coating before you spray. On slick or previously coated surfaces, a light scuff can help the new coating bond better when appropriate.
Mask off areas that should not be sprayed and test the finish on the actual material first, especially if the item is plastic, metal, or another surface you have not painted before. Good prep is one of the most important steps for getting a consistent result with a MyPerfectColor match of DE5812 Dreamy Blue.
The SDS is tied to the MyPerfectColor paint product and chemistry, not to the DE5812 Dreamy Blue color name by itself. To find the correct Safety Data Sheet, use the MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets page for the product you plan to order: https://www.myperfectcolor.com/Safety-Data-Sheets/33970.htm.
If you are choosing between formats, make sure the SDS matches the specific MyPerfectColor product type you will use, such as spray paint or another available format.
Yes. A match of Dunn Edwards DE5812 Dreamy Blue can be ordered in MyPerfectColor custom spray paint for small parts and fixtures where a smooth sprayed finish is practical, such as switch covers, knobs, vents, speaker grilles, brackets, trim pieces, and similar items. It is a useful option when you want the color on a removable part or a small object rather than on a large wall or field.
For better results, make sure the item is properly prepared and can be sprayed evenly. On plastic, metal, or previously coated parts, a test application is a smart way to confirm both adhesion and appearance before you finish the whole batch.
MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Dunn Edwards DE5812 Dreamy Blue 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 an original sample of the Dunn Edwards DE5812 Dreamy Blue 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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While we can provide Dunn Edwards DE5812 Dreamy Blue 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.