Pantone™ PMS 4505 C

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PMS 4505 C is part of the Pantone PMS system, a standard for brand-consistent color reproduction across various media and materials. This color reads as an understated, earthy, and muted olive-brown with a low to moderate light reflectance. It conveys a utilitarian and neutral vibe, often aligned with natural, subdued, or technical aesthetics. Its efficacy in branding contexts stems from its ability to recede visually while providing a stable, non-distracting backdrop.

- PMS 4505 C appears medium-dark, with a numeric LRV of 25.96. - The color presents a predominantly warm tendency, leaning toward an olive-moss base. - Saturation is restrained, resulting in a subdued, earthy quality. - PMS 4505 C shows a yellow-brown undertone, reducing visual harshness. - The color’s muted nature resists significant shifts across finish types, but increased sheen may incrementally enhance color depth.

PMS 4505 C is well-suited for branding, marketing fixtures, and display elements where a grounded, organic, or unintrusive presence is required. Care should be taken to evaluate the color under typical project lighting, as warmer or cooler light may affect its olive character. Compared to more vivid or gray-neutral colors, PMS 4505 C provides more visual warmth and earthiness. Surface preparation is important to avoid unevenness, especially with low-sheen finishes.

Similar colors:
PMS 451 C offers a lighter and slightly yellower alternative, producing a less dense appearance.

PMS 450 C is darker and more saturated, providing heavier visual weight.

PMS 4525 C is lighter and more muted, resulting in a softer, more neutral effect.

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About Pantone and MyPerfectColor

MyPerfectColor is the official licensee of Pantone and authorized to reproduce the Pantone™ PMS 4505 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 4505 C color and produce outstanding results.

MyPerfectColor matches the Pantone PMS 4505 C color based on Pantone color publications. The PMS 4505 C color shown on this website are computer video simulations of the PANTONE PMS 4505 C Color and may not match PANTONE®-identified Color standards. Refer to current PANTONE Publications to obtain accurate color.

The Pantone PMS 4505 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 4505 C

Will PMS 4505 C provide full coverage in a single coat, or should I plan for additional coats?

PMS 4505 C is a muted olive-brown color, and like most Pantone colors, it may require more than one coat for uniform coverage, especially over contrasting base colors or on porous substrates. To achieve a brand-consistent appearance and proper hide, plan for at least two coats and always test on your actual substrate to confirm results.

What should I consider when applying PMS 4505 C paint to metal or powder-coated surfaces?

When using PMS 4505 C on metal or powder-coated parts, it is important to properly clean and scuff the surface to promote adhesion. The gloss and texture of existing finishes can affect how PMS 4505 C looks once applied, so prepare all surfaces consistently. Evaluating a sample on your actual material under anticipated lighting will help ensure the match meets your brand expectations before committing to a full production run.

How is PMS 4505 C typically used for sign, display, or exhibit fabrication?

PMS 4505 C is specified for brand consistency across signage, displays, and exhibits where accurate color representation is important. It is commonly used to meet branding requirements for fabricated elements. For best results, review samples applied to your exact materials and under your project lighting to confirm that PMS 4505 C presents the desired visual effect before final approval or installation.

What are the lead time and expedited options for ordering PMS 4505 C paint?

PMS 4505 C can be produced with expedited turnaround if needed. At checkout, select an expedited production option to shorten lead time. If you have a firm deadline or special timing requirements, contact MyPerfectColor directly to confirm production and shipping schedules before placing your order.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Pantone PMS 4505 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 4505 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 4505 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 4505 C?

Many types of paint are available for Pantone PMS 4505 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 4505 C spray paint made of?

To make spray paint matched to Pantone PMS 4505 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 4505 C?

The Pantone PMS 4505 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 4505 C?

The need for primer for Pantone PMS 4505 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 4505 C to a different color from another paint company?

While MyPerfectColor can provide PMS 4505 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.