Pantone™ PMS 289 C

When evaluating PMS 289 C samples for brand or project approval, compare all samples under the same lighting conditions and on the same substrate type. Wait until the paint is fully dry and cured before making any color judgment, as the appearance can shift as coatings set. Temporary lighting or comparing wet paint can lead to incorrect decisions. Consistency in the review process helps ensure PMS 289 C is approved with confidence in its alignment to your brand standard.

Whether you need a primer before applying PMS 289 C depends on the substrate and paint type. For new, bare, or highly porous surfaces, or when painting over contrasting colors, a primer can help improve adhesion and achieve more uniform coverage, especially for dark colors like PMS 289 C. Always consult paint manufacturer guidance or your project specifications for best results.

The suffix in PMS 289 C refers to a specific Pantone reference series, with 'C' indicating the coated version. It is important to confirm the exact series or suffix specified in your brand guidelines or documentation, as different suffixes (such as U for uncoated) can result in noticeable color differences. Always reference the full Pantone code to avoid mismatches in brand applications or display work.

Sheen level can noticeably change how PMS 289 C appears to viewers. Higher gloss finishes may make the color look deeper and slightly richer, while matte finishes can lighten the look and reduce perceived depth. When ordering PMS 289 C paint, select the sheen based on your display distance, substrate, and desired visual impact. Always test samples if final approval is required for precise brand alignment.

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 289 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 289 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.