Pantone™ PMS 361 C

When using PMS 361 C in prototypes or concept models, choose a paint format that matches how the color will appear in its final use, such as spray paint for display parts or panels. Apply PMS 361 C in the same finish and on the same type of substrate planned for production, since gloss and lighting strongly affect its appearance. Evaluate prototypes under lighting conditions similar to those expected in the final installation to confirm that PMS 361 C delivers the intended brand impact. For consistent color, test coverage with at least two coats and observe for uniformity, especially on larger surfaces.

To achieve a uniform PMS 361 C finish on large areas, prepare the surface thoroughly and use a consistent application method, whether spraying or rolling. PMS 361 C is highly saturated and may require multiple coats for even coverage, especially over light or uneven substrates. Allow adequate drying time between coats and maintain a wet edge to prevent lap marks. Evaluate the finished area under representative lighting to ensure the color meets brand standards and adjust application if patchiness or uneven vibrancy is detected.

PMS 361 C is specified to ensure consistent, recognizable color in brand experiences such as marketing displays, event activations, or branded environments. Using this exact Pantone code helps maintain uniform visual identity across all touchpoints, regardless of manufacturer or material. By matching PMS 361 C, you align with brand standards and support a cohesive brand presentation that strengthens recognition and visibility for marketing and display applications.

PMS 361 C paint matches are intended for brand reproduction and not for touch-up of pre-painted products. If you require touch-up grade accuracy for an existing painted part, you should send a physical sample for custom matching. This ensures the new coating aligns with variations in sheen, application process, or aging of the original finish. Standard PMS 361 C paint is the right choice for new brand-facing displays or prototypes, not for touching up existing coatings.

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 361 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 361 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.