Forest-River Beige (21417) Touch Up Paint

The Look

Your motorhome has likely seen plenty of highway miles since 2008, and this color was chosen specifically to handle that life. It is an earthy, practical shade that bridges the gap between the vehicle and the landscape. It isn't a flashy color, but it is excellent at hiding the fine layer of road dust that accumulates during a long cross-country trip. Because it was used primarily on large-body rigs, it provides a grounded, stable look that makes a massive vehicle feel a bit more at home in nature.

Technical Details

This is a solid finish, which makes your life much easier than if you were dealing with a complex metallic. You won't have to worry about silver flakes standing up or looking blotchy. The real challenge here is age. Large flat panels on an RV take a beating from the sun, so the paint on your rig has likely faded over the last fifteen years. A fresh application might look a bit darker or richer than the original weathered surface, but it is essential for sealing the substrate and preventing further damage.

Best Practices

You can usually find your paint information on a sticker hidden inside a kitchen cabinet or on the wall of the bedroom wardrobe. If you are preparing to apply Forest-River Beige (look for code 21417), make sure you are working in your garage or a well-ventilated patch of shade. Shake the container for two full minutes to ensure the pigments are fully mixed. Test the color on the included card to check the match against your weathered paint. Keep the container moving at all times to prevent heavy build-up or runs. Always allow for enough drying time between layers to ensure the finish stays smooth.