Match of Dunn Edwards™ DE6011 Magical Mauve *

Coverage depends on the surface area, texture, how well the substrate hides, and how many coats you need. If you are ordering MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to DE6011 Magical Mauve, one can typically covers about 20 square feet with one coat. For other MyPerfectColor paint formats, coverage is often about 400 to 600 square feet per gallon per coat, but the actual amount can change with the surface and application method. Measure the item, factor in extra coats, and order enough to finish the whole piece rather than only part of it.

Finish choice changes durability, cleanup, reflectivity, and how DE6011 Magical Mauve reads after it is applied. A glossier finish usually looks more reflective and can make the color appear a little different than a flatter finish on the same part, while flatter finishes generally hide small surface flaws better. Pick the finish that fits the object and the wear it will see, and confirm the finish offered for the product format before ordering.

Not always. Even after a correct match is applied, lighting, placement, sheen, and nearby surfaces can change how DE6011 Magical Mauve reads on the finished item. Warm indoor light, daylight, and outdoor exposure can all make it look a little different, especially on smaller parts or items that sit next to an existing painted surface. If the part will be viewed up close or beside another finish, plan for those variables before you order.

Yes, if the goal is to match the DE6011 Magical Mauve color reference on a small or awkward part, MyPerfectColor custom spray paint is often the practical option. It is useful for trim details, vents, pipes, railings, mailboxes, hardware, accessories, and other parts that are faster to coat by spray than by brush. Make sure the part can be cleaned, masked, and prepared properly so the sprayed finish bonds well and covers evenly.

It depends on the substrate, condition, and the paint format you choose. Primer is often a good idea on bare metal, repaired areas, porous surfaces, slick plastics, or when you are covering stains or uneven color. If the surface is already sound and the product instructions do not call for it, primer may not be required, but checking the prep guidance before ordering is the safest way to avoid adhesion problems.

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 DE6011 Magical Mauve 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 DE6011 Magical Mauve 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 DE6011 Magical Mauve 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.