Pantone™ PMS 106 U

Pantone PMS 106 U is commonly specified in brand standards for graphics, displays, and temporary environments where a bright, attention-getting yellow is required. In these contexts, the Pantone code acts as a shared color target so different vendors can aim for the same visual result. It is used for visual consistency across signage, exhibits, and promotional elements rather than as a material-specific paint formula.

Sheen can noticeably change how Pantone PMS 106 U appears. Higher gloss sheens tend to increase perceived brightness and saturation, while flatter sheens can make the color look slightly softer or less vivid. For close-viewed displays or brand elements where color impact matters, many users select a satin or gloss sheen. Always consider viewing distance, lighting, and substrate, and confirm with a sample if brand approval is required.

Pantone PMS 106 U does not have a guaranteed exact equivalent in other paint brand collections. Pantone PMS colors are visual standards, and each paint manufacturer uses its own color system and formulas. Bright, saturated yellows like PMS 106 U are especially difficult to match across systems. If an exact visual match is critical, ordering a Pantone matched product or reviewing a physical sample is recommended.

For Pantone PMS 106 U, multiple thin coats typically produce more uniform color than one heavy coat. Light passes help manage coverage and reduce uneven buildup, which is important for vivid yellows that can show variation. Allow appropriate flash time between coats based on conditions and product guidance, and evaluate coverage under the intended lighting before final approval.

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 106 U. 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 106 U 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.