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This color is compatible with the following Hummers:

MODELS: H2, H3

YEARS: 2007

To determine if Desert Sand Effect is the correct color, check your vehicle's color code. It should match the paint color code, which is WA220M.

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Once you've added custom color paint to your cart, you will need clearcoat and (depending on your damage) other non-paint products to complete your repair.

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WA220M - Desert Sand Effect

The Look

Your H2 or H3 was built to look like it belongs in a tactical convoy, even if it mostly handles the suburban commute. This color is a direct nod to the brand's rugged military heritage, but it adds a refined twist that standard olive drabs lack. Because it was a short-lived option, it gives your truck a rare appearance that stands out from the sea of black and chrome common in that era. It captures the shifting tones of a sand dune under the high noon sun, blending a tough persona with a premium finish.

Technical Details

This is a metallic finish, which means it relies on microscopic flakes to create its signature shimmer. These flakes are the reason for the "Effect" in the name, but they require a steady hand during application. If you apply the paint too thick or unevenly, the metallic particles will bunch together and create dark, blotchy patches or stripes. Since your vehicle has likely been braving the elements for years, you should expect some minor color variance due to sun exposure, making a careful, layered application even more important for a clean match.

Best Practices

Before you spray or dab Hummer Desert Sand Effect (check for code WA220M), you need to shake it for 60 seconds. You can find your paint code on the silver Service Parts Identification sticker located inside the glove box. Work in a cool patch of shade or a ventilated garage to keep the paint from drying too fast. Test the color on the included card to see how the metallic particles settle before you touch the truck. As you apply, keep the container moving in steady passes to prevent "tiger stripes" and ensure a uniform flow. Always allow the full drying time between layers to prevent the heavy metallic base from sagging.

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Find your Hummer paint code

Hummer did not standardize the location of the color plate, so paint codes can be hard to locate. Across years they used many different spots. Usual places: the glove box or the spare tire well; if not there, it could be elsewhere. The code itself may appear as 51/WA316N, often preceded by BC/CC (e.g., BC/CC 51 or BC/CC 316N). Two tone labels can show as BC/CC U316N or BC/CC L316N (Upper Color and Lower Color).

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