Pantone™ PMS 103 C

PMS 103 C is a Pantone Matching System standard and does not directly equate to any color from other paint brands. Each company develops its own palette and unique paint formulations, so cross-referencing is rarely precise-especially for Pantone colors like PMS 103 C. For brand or display use, always specify PMS 103 C by its Pantone code to maintain color accuracy and avoid relying on approximate equivalents from other collections.

To maintain consistent results with PMS 103 C over large surfaces, start with proper surface preparation and use the same batch of paint for the entire project. Apply paint in controlled, even coats using consistent technique and recommended film thickness. Overlap passes slightly to avoid visible lines or patchiness, and follow drying times between coats. Evaluate the finish under intended lighting conditions to confirm uniformity and brand alignment. If using multiple formats (spray and brush), test for consistency before committing to the entire project.

Yes, the suffix in PMS 103 C, such as the 'C' for coated, indicates the specific Pantone reference standard. Always confirm that you are using the correct code and suffix specified in your brand guidelines or project documentation before ordering. Different suffixes may correspond to different color targets, which can impact the final result on your branding or display projects.

Sampling PMS 103 C is best when working on projects that require high brand visibility, cover large areas, or involve multiple substrates. It is also important if approval workflows are required or when lighting can influence the appearance. Ordering a sample lets you verify that the final color meets your expectations and aligns with Pantone standards before proceeding with full-scale application.

Unfortunately, no.

Some manufacturers specify Pantone colors as touch up for their products, but Pantone does not work well as a proxy for a touch-up solution (for a litany of reasons such as it doesn't include sheen and Pantone color tolerances are not tight enough for touch up). When we match Pantone colors we are matching to a swatch in a Pantone book - not to your product.

The only way we can provide a touch-up solution for your product is for you send us a part. We would use the part to create a touch-up grade match. Unfortunately, there isn't an effective way to 'spec' the color well enough to produce a touch up without the part.

Read more about using Pantone for touch-up.

Learn more about our paint color matching service.

To make spray paint matched to Pantone PMS 103 C. MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint enables you to conveniently achieve a professional spray-smooth finish in any color in any sheen. It sticks well to most surfaces including metal, plastics, powder-coatings, cabinets and primed or previously painted wood.

The 11oz spray will cover about 20 square feet per coat. Keep in mind that it is difficult to gauge how much spray you'll need as it is highly dependent on how it is applied. It is better to have too much than run short.

While MyPerfectColor can provide PMS 103 C in paint, we don't provide any crossover information. We've found that every paint company offers its own unique selection of colors and rarely does a color have an exact equivalent in another company's color collection, especially for a color collection like Pantone which is designed for bright colors and inks.