Pantone™ PMS 195 C

The finish you select for Pantone PMS 195 C will have a major impact on how the color appears in real-world settings. A matte finish tends to make PMS 195 C look deeper and more muted, which can reduce reflections but also slightly lessen perceived saturation. In contrast, a gloss finish increases perceived saturation and visual depth, making the color look richer and more lively but also more reflective. Satin sits between these effects. It is best practice to confirm your finish choice with a physical sample before large-scale rollout to ensure the final visual meets your brand expectations.

To maintain color consistency with PMS 195 C on large areas, use the same paint batch, application method, and number of coats across the surface. This muted red can show subtle application differences more than lighter or less saturated colors. Spray paint, airless spraying, or rolling are best applied in multiple thin, even coats. Do not cut back on recommended coverage because highly saturated colors may be less forgiving to missed spots or variations in film thickness. Good surface prep and planning help prevent patchy results and maintain uniformity for brand-critical installations.

The durability of spray paint matched to PMS 195 C depends largely on surface preparation, the environment, and whether a topcoat is used. For best results, apply to a clean and properly primed surface, selecting a paint type rated for your conditions if exposure is a concern. Adding a compatible clear topcoat can boost protection and help preserve color appearance for branding or display. Consider the demands of your project and environmental factors such as UV exposure or moisture to select the most suitable product format.

PMS 195 C is a deep, moderately saturated color that may require more than one coat, especially when applied over light or high-contrast substrates. Using a uniform basecoat that is similar in value to PMS 195 C can help improve coverage and consistency. Applying multiple coats as recommended provides better hide and reduces the chance of uneven color, which is important for visual brand accuracy. Always plan for additional paint or coats on brand installations featuring PMS 195 C to achieve full opacity and smooth results.

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 195 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 195 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.