Pantone™ PMS 402 C

For accurate approval of PMS 402 C, always compare samples under the same lighting conditions and with the intended substrate. Allow all panels or drawdowns to fully dry and cure, since PMS 402 C can shift slightly in warmth or reflectance until the coating stabilizes. Review multiple samples side by side if possible, and avoid making decisions in mixed or changing lighting environments. These steps help ensure consistent, brand-aligned results for PMS 402 C.

Paint matched to Pantone PMS 402 C is made to order. Production lead time depends on the specific paint format you select and current production volume. Most standard orders for PMS 402 C, including spray paint and other branding formats, typically require several business days before shipping. Allow extra time if you have project deadlines, and check product-specific lead time details at checkout.

Pantone codes like PMS 402 C may include suffixes such as 'C' for coated or 'U' for uncoated, and these details can impact which reference your brand requires. Always confirm the exact Pantone code, including any suffix, from your brand standards or project documentation before ordering. This ensures you receive paint that aligns with the intended color target for PMS 402 C.

The choice between matte and gloss for PMS 402 C affects both the appearance and the way the color is perceived under lighting. Matte finishes reduce glare and provide a subtle, neutral look, but may make minor surface imperfections more noticeable on large areas. Gloss finishes can intensify warmth and add punch, especially when viewed from a distance or under strong lighting, but may introduce reflections. Consider your display environment, expected viewing distance, and brand guidance when selecting the appropriate sheen for PMS 402 C.

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.

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To make spray paint matched to Pantone PMS 402 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 402 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.