Pantone™ PMS 143 C

PMS 143 C is a vivid yellow-orange Pantone color, and matching it accurately across different materials can be challenging. Variations in substrate, finish, and lighting can influence the final appearance. MyPerfectColor uses precise color control to target PMS 143 C, but users should be aware that highly saturated colors like this may look slightly different on metal, plastic, or wood versus printed samples. For critical branding use, we recommend reviewing a sample on the actual material under typical lighting conditions before proceeding with a larger order.

Before applying PMS 143 C to metal or powder-coated substrates, thorough surface preparation is important for optimal color and adhesion. This means scuffing and cleaning the surface to remove contaminants and ensure proper keying. Existing gloss or texture can affect how PMS 143 C appears once coated, potentially altering brightness or saturation. Testing a sample on your actual part is recommended, so you can confirm both the color match and the look under your intended lighting conditions.

PMS 143 C is a standardized Pantone color, not a paint formula, and most paint manufacturers have their own palettes. Cross-referencing Pantone PMS 143 C to another brand is rarely exact, especially for bright, saturated colors. Using a different brand's formula can result in a noticeable color shift. If your project requires accurate brand color, it is best to specify and order PMS 143 C by name rather than rely on a close match from a different system.

For best results with PMS 143 C spray paint, apply multiple thin coats instead of one thick one. Allow appropriate drying time between coats to avoid issues with coverage or appearance. Highly saturated colors like PMS 143 C may need extra coats over contrasting or dark substrates to achieve uniform vibrancy. Taking the time to build up the color gradually will ensure a more consistent and professional look, especially for branding or display uses.

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 143 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 143 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.