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Pantone™ PMS 135 C
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PMS 135 C is a Pantone Matching System (PMS) color that belongs to the Pantone PMS collection, frequently used in marketing, display fabrication, and industrial design to ensure color consistency across materials. This color carries a vibe that is light, welcoming, cheerful, and approachable, while retaining clarity and visual distinctiveness in a range of settings.
PMS 135 C appears as a light color, with an LRV of 64.07. The color shows a clear warm tendency. PMS 135 C features moderate to high saturation for a yellow tone, resulting in a vibrant yet controlled appearance. The undertone is distinctly yellow, with a slightly orange cast, making it less acidic than green-based yellows and softer than true golden yellows. The color's perceived warmth and brightness can shift subtly depending on the surface finish and lighting conditions.
PMS 135 C works well in environments where a light, visible, and inviting yellow is needed, such as brand activations, displays, and signage seeking a friendly atmosphere. When specifying or applying this color, verify its appearance in both direct and ambient lighting, as yellows may intensify or wash out depending on illumination and sheen. Surface preparation must ensure uniformity because lighter, saturated colors can reveal substrate inconsistencies. Compared to similar yellows, PMS 135 C is slightly more muted and softer, providing approachability without being visually overpowering.
Similar colors:
PMS 134 C is lighter and more subdued, resulting in a paler, less saturated appearance.
PMS 136 C is slightly deeper and more chromatic, giving a stronger and more vivid impression.
PMS 1205 C is warmer and more pastel, presenting a softer, less vibrant yellow.
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About Pantone and MyPerfectColor
MyPerfectColor is the official licensee of Pantone and authorized to reproduce the Pantone™ PMS 135 C color in spray paint and other paints.
MyPerfectColor helps marketing professionals turn graphic designs into physical reality. Whether you are a manufacturer, entrepreneur, industrial designer, prototyper/modeler, marketer, agency, printer, retailer, sign manufacturer, exhibit fabricator or architect, MyPerfectColor will help you nail the PMS 135 C color and produce outstanding results.
MyPerfectColor matches the Pantone PMS 135 C color based on Pantone color publications. The PMS 135 C color shown on this website are computer video simulations of the PANTONE PMS 135 C Color and may not match PANTONE®-identified Color standards. Refer to current PANTONE Publications to obtain accurate color.
The Pantone PMS 135 C color may vary from the PANTONE Color Standards based on lighting conditions, angle of view and/or due to differences in pigments, manufacturing process, substrate and/or limitations in the color capability of the paint. Refer to current PANTONE Publications to obtain accurate color.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pantone™ PMS 135 C
How can I be sure I am ordering the correct version of PMS 135 C for my project?
Pantone PMS codes like PMS 135 C may include suffixes such as 'C', 'U', or 'M', which refer to different target references. Suffixes and series can affect the intended color appearance, especially across different materials and finishes. Before ordering paint for PMS 135 C, it is important to check your brand standards or project documentation to confirm the exact code and suffix needed. Using the correct Pantone reference ensures alignment with brand requirements and avoids costly mistakes.
What if I need PMS 135 C paint quickly for a deadline or event?
If your timeline for PMS 135 C paint is tight, expedited production options are available at checkout. For time-sensitive projects, it is recommended to select an expedited option and contact MyPerfectColor to confirm if your specific deadline can be met. Advance communication helps ensure your PMS 135 C order can be delivered on schedule and meet your brand activation or display requirements.
Is PMS 135 C paint recommended for use as touch-up on an existing finish?
Pantone PMS 135 C is not recommended for touch-up applications on existing coatings. Pantone references specify a color target but do not define details such as sheen, substrate condition, or production process. Because of this, using PMS 135 C as a touch-up is unlikely to yield an acceptable appearance match on most pre-painted surfaces. For repairs or restoration, it is best to match the specific finish and material rather than relying solely on a Pantone color code.
What preparation steps should I follow before applying PMS 135 C paint for brand displays or signage?
To achieve the best results with PMS 135 C paint, surfaces should be clean, dry, and free of dust, oil, or contaminants. Degrease if necessary, and use light scuff sanding on glossy or smooth substrates to promote adhesion. It is always a good idea to test-spot the paint in a small area to confirm appearance and performance before full application. Proper surface preparation enhances color uniformity and helps achieve the visual impact intended for branding or display projects.
How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Pantone PMS 135 C?
Can I use the Pantone PMS 135 C for touch up?
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.
How do I buy paint in the Pantone PMS 135 C?
How much area will one spray can cover? And what is Pantone PMS 135 C spray paint made of?
To make spray paint matched to Pantone PMS 135 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.
How do I get the SDS (Safety Data Sheet) for paint matched to Pantone PMS 135 C?
Do I need a primer for Pantone PMS 135 C?
How do I convert PMS 135 C to a different color from another paint company?
While MyPerfectColor can provide PMS 135 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.