Pantone™ PMS 153 C

PMS 153 C is a highly saturated, earthy orange-brown that can be challenging to match consistently across different substrates and finishes. Factors like gloss level, application method, and material type can affect the perceived color and how closely it aligns to the Pantone standard. MyPerfectColor specializes in color-accurate paint for branding and display applications, but some variation should be expected compared to reference swatches, especially under varied lighting or when comparing different materials. When brand-critical accuracy is needed, especially for permanent installations or large-scale projects, testing a sample in the actual environment is recommended before full-scale use.

Because PMS 153 C is a bold and saturated orange-brown, it is important to apply multiple light coats of spray paint rather than a single heavy coat. Allow each coat enough time to dry before applying the next to achieve smooth, even coverage and maximize color consistency. This approach helps reduce the risk of dripping and uneven appearance, which can be more pronounced with deep, saturated colors like PMS 153 C. Full coverage is needed to achieve the intended brand color and finish.

Safety practices for paint products matched to PMS 153 C depend on the type of paint selected, such as spray paint, house paint, or other formats. It is important to review the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for the specific product, use adequate ventilation during application, and follow all label instructions for handling, storage, and personal protective equipment. VOC levels and other safety requirements vary by product, not by color, so always confirm the details for your chosen paint format before use.

The choice of paint type for PMS 153 C depends on whether the application is indoors or outdoors and the required durability. For most indoor brand environments, display elements, or prototypes, interior paint or specialty spray paint provides good results. For exterior applications or where exposure to weather is expected, select an exterior-rated paint formulated for durability and UV resistance. Verifying the paint''s suitability for your intended use will help maintain the intended PMS 153 C color and finish over time.

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 153 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 153 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.