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British Railways Station Livery Paint Specifications

Discussion in 'Steam Traction' started by Richard Roper, Jan 2, 2012.

  1. Richard Roper

    Richard Roper Well-Known Member

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    Not sure where the correct place to post this request is, as there isn't a specific catgory for it, but here goes...

    I'm having to have my house done out totally, and am wanting to paint the interior in the colours used by British Railways LMR.
    The information I have located so far concerning paint specifications is:-

    BS381C 473 - Gulf Red
    BS381C 385 - Light Biscuit

    I've looked online at the BS colour chart,and whilst the red looks correct, I'm not convinced that the Light Biscuit is the correct shade for the "Cream" bits.
    Could anyone possibly enlighten me, as I'd like to get it right. Sounds pedantic, but I've always loved the British Railways LMR livery, and think it will go as well on the inside as it does on the outside of stations! Any help much appreciated.

    Richard.
     
    Richard Roper, Jan 2, 2012
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