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Pantone™ PMS 225 U
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PMS 225 U is a Pantone PMS color specified as a saturated magenta-pink with strong visual presence. Within brand and marketing contexts, it conveys boldness, energy, vibrancy, and contemporary emphasis, making it highly noticeable in display and experiential applications.
The color appears medium-dark with an LRV of 21.06 and reads warm, leaning toward a red-magenta hue. It shows very high saturation and chroma, resulting in intense visual impact with a distinct pink-magenta undertone.
PMS 225 U works well in brand-facing environments where high visibility and color intensity are intentional, such as signage, displays, and promotional elements. Due to its saturation, a light or white primer may help achieve more uniform coverage, and appearance should be evaluated under the actual lighting and finish conditions.
Similar colors: PMS 224 U: slightly lighter and a bit less saturated, with a softer pink appearance.PMS 226 U: deeper and more intense, with increased visual weight and saturation.
PMS 232 U: lighter and warmer, with a more open, less dense magenta tone.
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About Pantone and MyPerfectColor
MyPerfectColor is the official licensee of Pantone and authorized to reproduce the Pantone™ PMS 225 U color in spray paint and other paints.
MyPerfectColor helps marketing professionals turn graphic designs into physical reality. Whether you are a manufacturer, entrepreneur, industrial designer, prototyper/modeler, marketer, agency, printer, retailer, sign manufacturer, exhibit fabricator or architect, MyPerfectColor will help you nail the PMS 225 U color and produce outstanding results.
MyPerfectColor matches the Pantone PMS 225 U color based on Pantone color publications. The PMS 225 U color shown on this website are computer video simulations of the PANTONE PMS 225 U Color and may not match PANTONE®-identified Color standards. Refer to current PANTONE Publications to obtain accurate color.
The Pantone PMS 225 U color may vary from the PANTONE Color Standards based on lighting conditions, angle of view and/or due to differences in pigments, manufacturing process, substrate and/or limitations in the color capability of the paint. Refer to current PANTONE Publications to obtain accurate color.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pantone™ PMS 225 U
When ordering PMS 225 U, is the name alone enough or do I need the full Pantone code?
You should always order using the full Pantone code, including the suffix, such as PMS 225 U. The number identifies the color target, and the suffix indicates the Pantone series and reference condition. Ordering by name alone can lead to the wrong target because similar names or numbers may exist across different Pantone systems.
Pantone PMS codes are communication standards for color appearance, not paint formulas. Providing the exact code helps ensure the paint is matched to the correct Pantone reference.
How do I choose the right paint type for a PMS 225 U Pantone match?
To choose the right paint type for PMS 225 U, consider the substrate, environment, and finish requirements of your project. Different paint types can change how the color appears due to sheen, texture, and coverage behavior.
If you are unsure, contact MyPerfectColor with details about what you are painting, whether it will be used indoors or outdoors, and your desired finish. This helps select a paint format that best supports accurate visual matching to the Pantone PMS target.
How is PMS 225 U typically used in brand and marketing applications?
PMS 225 U is a Pantone PMS color intended to create consistent brand experiences across marketing, displays, and environments. Brands specify Pantone PMS colors so that different vendors can aim for the same visual color target.
When PMS 225 U is used on signage, exhibits, or branded components, the goal is visual alignment to the Pantone reference rather than exact chemical or material matching. Finish, lighting, and substrate can all influence how the color is perceived.
What should I know about shipping times when ordering PMS 225 U paint?
PMS 225 U paint is custom matched, so shipping time includes both production and transit. Transit time depends on your location and the shipping method selected at checkout.
If you are working toward a marketing or installation deadline, plan extra time for production and delivery. Ordering earlier and choosing an appropriate shipping option can help reduce schedule risk.
How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Pantone PMS 225 U?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Pantone PMS 225 U depends on the type of paint needed. Interior and exterior house paints usually ship within 1 to 3 business days, while custom spray paint typically takes 3-5 business days to ship. The transit time depends on your location and the shipping method you choose. If your need is immediate, select Expedited Production during checkout. Most expedited production orders ship within 24 hours on business days. Please contact MyPerfectColor if you are concerned about a specific deadline. We do our best to make sure you get your paint on time. Learn more about paint lead times at MyPerfectColor.
Can I use the Pantone PMS 225 U for touch up?
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.
How do I buy paint in the Pantone PMS 225 U?
Many types of paint are available for Pantone PMS 225 U with no minimum order quantities. MyPerfectColor offers spray paint, paint pens, touch up bottles, water-based acrylics, epoxies, urethanes and a variety of other paints. Select the Paint Type button above to get started. Learn more about buying paint at MyPerfectColor.
How much area will one spray can cover? And what is Pantone PMS 225 U spray paint made of?
To make spray paint matched to Pantone PMS 225 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.
How do I get the SDS (Safety Data Sheet) for paint matched to Pantone PMS 225 U?
The Pantone PMS 225 U is the color and the SDS is based on the type of paint used to make the color. You can find Safety Data Sheets here for our most popular products.
Do I need a primer for Pantone PMS 225 U?
The need for primer for Pantone PMS 225 U depends on the type of paint, the substrate being painted and where it will be located. See our Primer Selection Table to see what primer you might need and learn more about when you might need a primer. Most people don't use a primer for a touch up paint application, but a primer may improve adhesion and is typically recommended for exterior applications.
How do I convert PMS 225 U to a different color from another paint company?
While MyPerfectColor can provide PMS 225 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.
Color details
LRV: 28.84%
Color properties
Color Type:
Standard
Hide:
Standard
Match Source:
Brochure/swatch book
Match Type:
Physical match
Textured:
No
Source on hand:
Yes
Color Category:
Standard
