Pantone™ PMS 486 C

The appearance of PMS 486 C can change noticeably depending on the texture of the substrate. On a smooth surface, the color will reflect light more evenly and appear closer to the intended Pantone reference. On a rough or matte surface, increased shadowing can make PMS 486 C look slightly darker and less saturated. Glossy finishes may make the color look more vivid. For brand-critical applications, preview the color on your actual substrate or request a sample to assess how texture influences PMS 486 C under your lighting conditions.

If you need assistance choosing the best paint or finish for PMS 486 C, contact MyPerfectColor and provide details about your project's substrate, exposure (indoor or outdoor), and desired gloss level. Our team can advise which paint format (such as spray paint, paint pens, or specialty coatings) will meet your needs while providing a visually consistent result matching the PMS 486 C target.

PMS 486 C is defined by Pantone as a unique standard in the Pantone Matching System. Other paint brands have their own color palettes, and direct cross-referencing is rarely exact, especially for colors like PMS 486 C that require precise brand consistency. For projects needing accurate Pantone color reproduction, specify PMS 486 C directly rather than substituting with a similar color from another brand.

A standard spray can of PMS 486 C usually covers about 20 to 25 square feet per coat on smooth, primed surfaces. However, coverage can vary depending on surface texture, color contrast with the substrate, application method, and the number of coats needed for uniform color. For larger or brand environments, account for extra cans if working over dark or uneven surfaces or when full coverage and accurate visual presentation of PMS 486 C are essential.

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 486 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 486 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.