Pantone™ PMS 5565 C

Safety and VOC (volatile organic compound) considerations for PMS 5565 C depend on the specific paint product and format you select. Always review the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for the chosen product and follow all recommended safety practices such as proper ventilation, use of PPE, and safe handling. Requirements can vary between spray paint, liquid coatings, and other formats, so check product labeling and manufacturer guidance before use.

For best results with PMS 5565 C, start by cleaning the surface thoroughly to remove dust, oils, or residue. Degrease if needed and lightly scuff glossy areas to increase adhesion, using abrasive pads appropriate for the substrate. Always test paint adhesion and appearance on a small, inconspicuous spot before full application. Proper surface prep helps ensure consistent color and finish for branding or display projects.

The 'C' suffix in PMS 5565 C indicates a specific Pantone reference intended for coated materials. When ordering paint, always confirm that the suffix and code match your brand standards or project documentation. Using the correct code ensures proper color alignment for brand-facing displays, signage, or fabrication. Incorrect suffixes or code versions may result in a noticeable color shift.

Cans matched to PMS 5565 C typically cover about 20 to 25 square feet per coat, depending on surface texture, color, and application technique. Surfaces with more texture or those requiring higher opacity may need additional coats, so consider test-spraying a section first. For accurate estimating, calculate total area and allow for possible extra coverage if a uniform, brand-consistent appearance is critical.

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 5565 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 5565 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.