Pantone™ PMS 2096 C

PMS 2096 C is a highly saturated violet-red, making it more challenging to match across paints and materials compared to less vivid colors. MyPerfectColor uses specialized tinting processes designed for Pantone colors to achieve visually accurate results. However, please note that variables such as substrate, lighting, and chosen finish can influence the final appearance. For most brand and display applications, the match to PMS 2096 C will be visually close, but slight perceptual differences may occur, especially if you are comparing different materials or finishes side by side.

To achieve the most accurate color appearance for PMS 2096 C, start by cleaning the surface to remove dust, oils, and residues. If the substrate is glossy or smooth, light scuffing may help improve adhesion. Make sure the surface is dry before applying the paint. Testing the color on a small area with your selected finish and lighting is recommended to ensure satisfaction before completing the project. Because PMS 2096 C is a deep and saturated color, plan for multiple coats to get an even, opaque result, especially over lighter surfaces.

PMS 2096 C is specified by the Pantone Matching System and does not have an exact equivalent in other paint brands' color lines. Most paint companies offer unique color palettes, and bright, saturated Pantone hues like PMS 2096 C rarely have direct matches elsewhere. For the most accurate representation of PMS 2096 C, always specify the Pantone code when ordering paint designed for brand and marketing applications.

To choose the best paint format for PMS 2096 C, consider your project's substrate material, indoor or outdoor exposure, durability needs, and preferred finish. If you are unsure, contact MyPerfectColor with details about your application and goals. Their support team will recommend the most suitable option to ensure brand consistency and strong color performance for your display, signage, or branded environment.

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 2096 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 2096 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.