Pantone™ PMS 1817 C

When specifying PMS 1817 C, always reference your brand guidelines or project documentation to confirm the exact Pantone code, including any suffix (such as C, U, or CP) and series context. Different suffixes can indicate different substrates or finish standards, which may affect the appearance and acceptance of the color. Confirming the full Pantone code in advance will help ensure color alignment and avoid ordering errors.

PMS 1817 C is a deep, muted reddish-brown that may require more than one coat for full coverage, especially over light or contrasting surfaces. For best results and visual uniformity, consider using a primer or undercoat color close to PMS 1817 C or a neutral gray. Planning for multiple coats can help achieve a consistent appearance and reduce the risk of substrate show-through on demanding installations.

For pop-up or retail settings using PMS 1817 C, evaluate the color under final lighting conditions and select finishes appropriate for durability and cleaning needs. Sampling the paint on site helps verify that the appearance matches brand expectations before large-scale application. Consider the material and expected wear to choose the best paint format for your installation.

Proper surface preparation is key for successful results with PMS 1817 C. Clean the surface to remove dust, dirt, oil, and grease. Lightly scuff glossy or smooth surfaces to improve paint adhesion. Always test the paint on a small area to confirm adhesion and color acceptance before the full application, especially when working on new or unique substrate types.

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 1817 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 1817 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.