Pantone™ PMS 159 C

The finish you select, such as gloss, satin, or matte, can noticeably change how PMS 159 C looks in real-world use. Gloss finishes make PMS 159 C appear more vibrant and saturated, increasing its visual impact for signage or display. Matte finishes subdue the brightness and can increase the earthy character of this orange-brown, which may appear softer or less intense in certain lighting. Satin offers a middle ground. Always confirm finish choice with stakeholders if exact appearance matters for branding consistency.

PMS 159 C is a saturated, moderately deep orange-brown. Like many vivid Pantone colors, it may require more coats to achieve full hide, especially over light or contrasting substrates. For best results and more uniform color, consider using an appropriate primer or a base coat tinted close to PMS 159 C. Planning for at least two coats, or as advised by your paint supplier, helps reduce the risk of patchy appearance and ensures the color reaches its intended saturation and depth.

The surface texture you apply PMS 159 C to will affect its appearance. Smooth substrates tend to make the color appear more consistent and vibrant, while textured or uneven surfaces can scatter light, making PMS 159 C look slightly lighter or duller. Texture may also cause shadowing or change the perceived richness of the color. For critical branding or display work, test PMS 159 C on your actual substrate before committing to large-scale application.

When applying PMS 159 C over large surfaces, consistency is key. Use the same application method and tools throughout the job, and keep a wet edge to avoid lap marks or differences in sheen. Plan for multiple coats, especially since this saturated color may require them for full, even coverage. Mix all material needed for the project together if possible to ensure color uniformity. Consistency in application technique and coverage helps ensure that PMS 159 C meets brand and visual expectations across all parts of your project.

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 159 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 159 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.