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PMS 248 C is part of the Pantone Matching System (PMS) collection, designed for color-accurate specification and brand consistency across materials and applications. The color presents a bold, mid-to-dark value purple with a distinctly cool, vibrant character and noticeable visual weight. It signals vividness and assertiveness, with a contemporary, display-oriented vibe that reads as energetic, technical, and striking in brand and marketing contexts.

PMS 248 C appears as a medium-dark color, with low light reflectance (LRV 9.01) contributing to visual depth and intensity. The color has a cool base due to its position in the violet segment of the spectrum. PMS 248 C is highly saturated, resulting in strong chromatic presence and vibrancy. The undertone of this color leans toward blue-violet, avoiding any perceptible warmth. Finish selection affects perceived brightness and vibrancy; higher gloss can heighten saturation, while matte finishes may mute it slightly.

PMS 248 C effectively calls attention in environments requiring visual impact, such as signage, branded displays, and marketing assets. It maintains consistency across diverse substrates when correctly specified, but users should be mindful that its depth and chroma can shift under various lighting or finish selections. This color may require multiple coats for full coverage due to its high chroma, and its appearance is especially sensitive to substrate priming and ambient light conditions. When compared to other violets in the PMS system, PMS 248 C is more saturated and intense, lacking muted or dusty undertones.

Similar colors:
PMS 251 C – Lighter and slightly warmer, giving a softer violet impression.

PMS 2612 C – Darker with a more muted appearance, resulting in greater visual depth.

PMS 2592 C – More chromatic but lighter, with an increased sense of brightness and vividness.

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About Pantone and MyPerfectColor

MyPerfectColor is the official licensee of Pantone and authorized to reproduce the Pantone™ PMS 248 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 248 C color and produce outstanding results.

MyPerfectColor matches the Pantone PMS 248 C color based on Pantone color publications. The PMS 248 C color shown on this website are computer video simulations of the PANTONE PMS 248 C Color and may not match PANTONE®-identified Color standards. Refer to current PANTONE Publications to obtain accurate color.

The Pantone PMS 248 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 248 C

What should I consider when using PMS 248 C in a pop-up or retail environment?

PMS 248 C is designed for bold brand impact, but its appearance can shift with lighting, substrate, and finish. For pop-ups and retail environments, evaluate PMS 248 C on your actual substrate and under intended lighting before proceeding with large-scale use. Highly saturated colors like this may require additional coats for full coverage. Selecting the right finish will affect both durability and color intensity. Sampling first helps ensure the final result aligns with your brand goals and environmental conditions.

How long does it take to receive paint matched to PMS 248 C?

Paint matched to PMS 248 C is made to order. Production lead time depends on the product type, order size, and current production volume. Most custom spray paint and other formats are produced within several business days, but larger or specialized orders may require extra time. Plan ahead around brand and installation schedules, especially for high-visibility or time-sensitive projects.

How does surface texture affect the appearance of PMS 248 C?

The texture of your surface will influence how PMS 248 C is perceived. Smooth, glossy substrates tend to increase vibrancy and make the color appear deeper, while matte or textured surfaces can soften the visual impact and may make PMS 248 C look less intense or slightly lighter. Always sample the color on your intended surface and finish to confirm it meets your expectations in its installed environment.

Why should I order a sample of PMS 248 C before a major installation?

Ordering a sample of PMS 248 C lets you evaluate the true color on your final substrate and under your intended lighting, ensuring brand accuracy before large builds. This is essential for formal brand approval workflows, multi-material installations, or permanent retail displays. Sampling reduces risk by allowing you to confirm coverage and appearance before committing to full-scale production.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Pantone PMS 248 C?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Pantone PMS 248 C depends on the type of paint needed. Interior and exterior house paints usually ship within 1 to 3 business days, while custom spray paint typically takes 3-5 business days to ship. The transit time depends on your location and the shipping method you choose. If your need is immediate, select Expedited Production during checkout. Most expedited production orders ship within 24 hours on business days. Please contact MyPerfectColor if you are concerned about a specific deadline. We do our best to make sure you get your paint on time. Learn more about paint lead times at MyPerfectColor.
Can I use the Pantone PMS 248 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 248 C?
Many types of paint are available for Pantone PMS 248 C with no minimum order quantities. MyPerfectColor offers spray paint, paint pens, touch up bottles, water-based acrylics, epoxies, urethanes and a variety of other paints. Select the Paint Type button above to get started. Learn more about buying paint at MyPerfectColor.
How much area will one spray can cover? And what is Pantone PMS 248 C spray paint made of?

To make spray paint matched to Pantone PMS 248 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 248 C?
The Pantone PMS 248 C is the color and the SDS is based on the type of paint used to make the color. You can find Safety Data Sheets here for our most popular products.
Do I need a primer for Pantone PMS 248 C?
The need for primer for Pantone PMS 248 C depends on the type of paint, the substrate being painted and where it will be located. See our Primer Selection Table to see what primer you might need and learn more about when you might need a primer. Most people don't use a primer for a touch up paint application, but a primer may improve adhesion and is typically recommended for exterior applications.
How do I convert PMS 248 C to a different color from another paint company?

While MyPerfectColor can provide PMS 248 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.