no, it's not life or death to be 100% original for me. I do try to stay close. As far as the paint goes i thought it was just fine. sprayed well and laid well. 8-1 mix with the hardner. 2qts paint,half pint hardner and shipping,good service, $99.00 I talked to he local dupont guy and it was about 130.00 for 1 quart of his. So, I'm satisfied
