Pantone™ PMS 163 U

Pantone PMS 163 U is a standardized color reference, not a paint formula. Matching it requires visual conversion from the Pantone standard to a specific paint system and substrate. Bright and saturated Pantone colors like PMS 163 U can be more challenging to reproduce exactly, and small shifts can appear under different lighting or on different materials.

MyPerfectColor produces PMS 163 U to visually match the Pantone reference as closely as practical for brand-facing applications. For high-visibility projects or formal brand approval, ordering a sample first is recommended so the color can be evaluated on the actual surface and under real lighting.

Sheen affects how Pantone PMS 163 U is perceived once applied. Higher sheen finishes tend to look brighter and more saturated, while lower sheen finishes can appear slightly softer or darker. The correct choice depends on viewing distance, lighting, and the substrate.

If the color will be viewed up close or under strong lighting, sheen differences will be more noticeable. For brand-critical applications, confirm sheen as part of your sampling process so PMS 163 U is evaluated in its final finish rather than assuming all sheens will look the same.

Yes. Pantone PMS 163 U is commonly specified in brand standards for signs, displays, and exhibit fabrication where visual consistency is required across vendors. Using a Pantone-based match helps ensure different components target the same color reference.

Because substrates and fabrication methods vary, it is best practice to sample PMS 163 U on the actual material being used. This allows fabricators and brand teams to confirm appearance before full production.

When applying Pantone PMS 163 U across large surfaces, uniform coverage is critical. Highly saturated Pantone colors may require additional coats to achieve even hide, especially on lighter or darker substrates.

Plan for consistent application technique, proper flash time between coats, and full coverage across the entire area. Variations in film thickness or application pattern can cause visible shifts in PMS 163 U, particularly under strong or directional lighting.

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 163 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 163 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.