Pantone™ PMS 561 C

Ordering Pantone PMS 561 C as paint means you are requesting a color matched to the Pantone reference color number 561 C. This is a standardized visual target, not a specific paint formula or finish. The paint will be mixed to visually match PMS 561 C as closely as possible in the selected product type and sheen. The Pantone PMS code does not define manufacturing process, chemical composition, or gloss level. For brand consistency, always confirm appearance against a physical Pantone reference and sample paint in your intended lighting and finish.

Sampling is recommended for PMS 561 C if your project is high-visibility, involves large surfaces, or must meet strict brand standards. Because PMS 561 C is a deep blue-green, its appearance can vary noticeably depending on lighting conditions, substrate, and finish type. For brand displays, signage, or permanent installations, order a sample to confirm the color meets expectations before proceeding with full production.

Safety and VOC requirements for paint matched to Pantone PMS 561 C depend on the base paint or coating you select. Always review the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) supplied with your chosen product for specific handling, ventilation, and disposal guidelines. Follow all instructions for safe use, including personal protective equipment and proper storage, regardless of color.

To achieve a uniform appearance with PMS 561 C paint on large areas, use consistent application methods, plan your work to maintain a wet edge, and apply enough coats for full coverage. Pay special attention to substrate preparation, as dark colors like PMS 561 C can reveal unevenness or surface defects. Evaluate the painted surface in the final lighting conditions and finish before approving the result.

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 561 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 561 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.