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Originally posted by mthomas58
Chris, I did better yet than digital photos. I've got the entire driver's seat cover that I replaced (i.e. and endless supply of actual swatches to send them for matching purposes) This is why I'm so puzzled at their failure to match on two prior attempts (although the second is close) with the actual color in their hands. I'm not going to be able to tell how well it matches until I dive in and do a cushion or panel.

Thanks and good luck on the completion of your project.....will continue to watch for updates.

Thanks!
Mark, make sure you pull the swatch from underneath where it hasn't been faded by the sun. There's usually a big difference in the color.

On my BMW, I decided to just dye all the seats, not just the one that needed it. The color was very close on the second batch but the fresh pigment is so much brighter I went this route to get everything to match.

My opinion is that sending in an actual swatch (approximately 1 sq inch) is the only way to go.
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