Pantone™ PMS 2165 C

When evaluating PMS 2165 C samples for brand approval, compare the paint and the official Pantone physical standard side by side in consistent lighting-ideally under the same type of illumination used in the final environment. Make sure all samples are on the same type of substrate and have been allowed to fully dry or cure before judging the match. Surface finish and gloss can change the appearance, so be sure to compare samples with matching finishes. This helps ensure PMS 2165 C appears visually accurate and meets brand standards.

PMS 2165 C is a moderately deep, cool blue with medium-to-high saturation. For best results, plan on applying multiple coats to achieve full, even coverage, especially over lighter substrates. Using a suitable blue or gray undercoat can help achieve uniform hide, reduce the number of finish coats needed, and improve overall color consistency. Always test PMS 2165 C on your chosen substrate in advance to confirm the coverage meets your expectations for brand-facing results.

PMS 2165 C is not recommended as a touch-up specification for existing coated surfaces. Pantone PMS codes describe a target color, not the original finish, sheen, or substrate. Using PMS 2165 C as a reference for touch-up may result in visible differences due to variations in gloss, aging, or surface conditions. For touch-up needs, refer to the original manufacturer or finish specification for your specific product.

For the best results with PMS 2165 C spray paint, apply several light coats instead of one thick coat. Allow each coat to dry or set before applying the next. This approach helps reduce runs and promotes even color build, especially with highly saturated blues. Proper technique helps achieve a crisp, visually consistent PMS 2165 C finish that meets brand expectations.

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 2165 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 2165 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.