Pantone™ PMS 2142 C

PMS 2142 C is selected for projects that demand a strong, technical, and contemporary violet-blue identity. It is commonly used where precise color communication is required, including branded displays, retail fixtures, and industrial prototypes. While PMS 2142 C is part of the standard Pantone Matching System palette available to many brands, its use will be project-specific and driven by visual brand standards. It is important to confirm your brand specification before ordering to ensure this color is the intended reference.

For PMS 2142 C, achieving a consistent appearance on large surfaces requires careful planning. Always mix enough paint to cover the entire area to prevent batch differences. Use the same application method and sheen level across all surfaces. Highly saturated colors like PMS 2142 C may need extra coats, especially on light or high-contrast substrates, to avoid patchiness. Apply each coat evenly and allow proper drying between coats. Evaluate the finish under the final lighting conditions to confirm uniformity before installation or signoff.

The durability of spray paint matched to PMS 2142 C depends on the paint type chosen, how well the surface is prepared, and the exposure environment. For projects where abrasion, moisture, or UV exposure is expected, select a spray paint system designed for those conditions and consider using a compatible clear topcoat if needed. Proper surface prep is essential for good adhesion and color longevity. For short-term displays or indoor applications, standard spray paints may be sufficient, but always check the paint format recommendations relative to your use environment.

Order a small sample of PMS 2142 C in the intended paint format and sheen for review. Test the sample on the actual substrate and view it under the planned lighting to confirm it aligns with your brand standards. Obtain approvals using the real-world conditions before proceeding to large quantity orders. This process helps avoid costly errors and ensures the final result meets brand expectations for color and appearance.

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 2142 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 2142 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.