Why does my crown molding look darker than my trim paint?

Questions & AnswersCategory: Interior Trim, Windows and DoorsWhy does my crown molding look darker than my trim paint?
Andy asked 6 years ago

I just installed crown molding pre-painted with the same paint as my existing baseboards and other trim.  Almost immediately, the crown looks several shades darker than the baseboards.  When I touch up that baseboards with the paint used on the crown, it is seamless.  Is it normal that crown will look darker in natural light due to shadowing?

1 Answers
MagicDave answered.

No…prepainting is not always accurate to the color desired… next time paint it yourself…