Pantone™ PMS 551 C

To achieve consistent results when reordering Pantone PMS 551 C, always use the same product type, finish, and sheen as your original project. Stick to the same brand and specify PMS 551 C as your target. For critical projects, reference the same approval standard or submit a physical color sample for direct comparison. Changing formats, finishes, or vendors can introduce visible differences, so aligning these variables is essential for maintaining brand consistency across orders.

The choice between matte and gloss for PMS 551 C depends on visual goals and the environment. Gloss finishes provide stronger color punch and make the blue appear deeper, but may introduce glare under lighting. Matte finishes minimize reflections, create a softer effect, and help keep the look subdued and professional, which can be useful for technical or business settings. For displays viewed at a distance, gloss can enhance visibility, while matte helps avoid glare in spaces with bright or uneven lighting. Match the finish to your intended brand impact and viewing conditions for best results.

Pantone PMS 551 C is often chosen as a brand standard because it provides a reliable color target that helps ensure consistency across fabricated signage, displays, and exhibits. Many brand guidelines require Pantone PMS codes for visual alignment. Since color appearance can vary by substrate and lighting, it is best practice to sample PMS 551 C on the actual material for evaluation before full production. This approach helps avoid unexpected color shifts and supports brand consistency throughout the installation.

For large-area applications of PMS 551 C, use consistent application techniques and plan your work to avoid dry edges or overlaps. Apply the recommended number of coats and allow adequate drying between layers to prevent patchiness. Using the same batch of paint for an entire section helps minimize visible variation. Consider testing coverage on a sample area first, as subtle blues like PMS 551 C can show unevenness if not applied carefully. Proper lighting during application also aids in spotting differences early.

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 551 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 551 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.