Pantone™ PMS 2005 C

Changing the sheen of PMS 2005 C can noticeably influence how the color appears, even when using the same Pantone target. A gloss finish will make PMS 2005 C look more saturated and brighter, while a matte finish may mute its intensity and reduce vibrancy. When evaluating PMS 2005 C for brand displays or signage, always compare the correct finish to set expectations and support brand consistency. If matching a sample, be sure to confirm both color code and finish type before ordering.

PMS 2005 C is a vivid, high-chroma orange that can require additional coats to achieve a uniform appearance, especially over dark or contrasting base colors. To improve hide and prevent unevenness, consider using a white or light-colored undercoat before applying PMS 2005 C. Proper preparation minimizes show-through and helps the color reach its intended brilliance. Planning for extra coats and a suitable base is recommended for most brand and display uses.

When specifying or ordering PMS 2005 C, always confirm the exact Pantone code, including any suffixes or series numbers, as these indicate the specific reference and manufacturing intent. Pantone color names like PMS 2005 C may have similar variants with different suffixes that do not match visually. Double-checking your brand documentation or artwork standards helps ensure the paint you receive aligns with official brand requirements.

Plastics and similar low-surface-energy materials can be challenging substrates for PMS 2005 C paint due to variable adhesion. Some plastics require specific primers or additional surface prep for best results. It is strongly recommended to test PMS 2005 C paint on a sample of your actual material before committing to production runs or permanent displays. This allows you to confirm adhesion, finish quality, and visual appearance for your specific application.

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 2005 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 2005 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.