Pantone™ PMS 171 U

Yes. PMS 171 U is a defined Pantone color target, but finish choice can change how it appears. Higher gloss finishes typically look brighter and more saturated, while matte or low-gloss finishes can appear softer or darker even when the color match is the same.

When evaluating PMS 171 U, compare samples in the same sheen you plan to use. Comparing a matte sample to a gloss reference can make it seem like a different color, even though the Pantone target has not changed.

When applying a PMS 171 U match to metal or previously powder-coated surfaces, surface preparation matters. Existing coatings, surface texture, and gloss level can influence how the color is perceived after application.

Scuffing and proper cleaning help create a consistent base, but even with good prep, PMS 171 U may look different over bare metal versus an existing coating. For brand-critical work, testing the color on a prepared sample part is recommended before full production.

Like many Pantone colors, PMS 171 U can shift in appearance depending on lighting and viewing conditions. Different light sources such as daylight, LED, or fluorescent lighting can emphasize or mute certain color qualities.

To avoid surprises, evaluate PMS 171 U under the same lighting where it will be displayed or used. Reviewing samples in multiple lighting conditions can help confirm acceptance before ordering larger quantities.

Paint matched to PMS 171 U is made to order rather than pulled from stock. Production lead time can vary based on the paint format selected and current production volume.

Because Pantone matches are custom-produced, allowing extra time in your schedule is important, especially for marketing, display, or event deadlines. Reviewing lead time expectations before ordering helps ensure the paint arrives when needed.

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 171 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 171 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.