Match of Dunn Edwards™ DE6148 Antique Linen *

No. A match of Dunn Edwards DE6148 Antique Linen is the same color reference, but the finish can change how it reads after application. Matte, satin, and gloss reflect light differently, so the same matched color can appear flatter, deeper, or brighter depending on sheen.

If you are matching an existing part, try to keep the finish as close as possible to the surface you are coating. A finish change does not mean the color formula changed, but it can change the final look enough to matter on a visible item.

DE6148 Antique Linen custom spray paint is useful for small or awkward items where brushing is inefficient, such as trim details, fixtures, railings, vents, pipes, hardware, grilles, access covers, shutters, mailboxes, and removable parts that need to coordinate with a known paint color.

It is also a practical choice for makers, contractors, and maintenance teams when the goal is to coat a part in a MyPerfectColor match of DE6148 Antique Linen without changing the original brand's paint product. Spray application is especially helpful when the piece has edges, openings, or complex shapes that are hard to coat evenly with a brush.

Coverage depends on the size of the item, surface 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, or dark surfaces can use more material.

If your project is larger than a few small parts, plan carefully before ordering. For broader coverage needs, other MyPerfectColor paint formats may be more efficient than spray paint, which is usually best for small, detailed, or hard-to-reach items matched to DE6148 Antique Linen.

Primer depends on the substrate, its condition, and the paint type you are using. Bare, patched, glossy, or previously unknown surfaces often benefit from primer, especially when you want better adhesion and a more even base for a match of DE6148 Antique Linen.

A primer never hurts and can only help adhesion, but it is not always required. Check the prep guidance for the selected MyPerfectColor product and consider a test area if the surface is unusual or if the item will be highly visible.

Yes, but plastics vary a lot, so testing on the actual part is important. MyPerfectColor spray paint adheres well to most plastics, but the surface type, condition, and prep steps can change the result.

For better adhesion on plastic, use the MyPerfectColor primer and follow the prep steps for the specific item. If the part is a low-energy or unfamiliar plastic, a small test application is the safest way to confirm that DE6148 Antique Linen will bond and look right before you paint the full piece.

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 DE6148 Antique Linen 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 DE6148 Antique Linen 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 DE6148 Antique Linen 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.