Pantone™ PMS 240 U

PMS 240 U is a Pantone color reference, not a durability rating. When ordered as a Pantone matched spray paint, durability depends on the paint type selected, surface preparation, and the environment where it will be used.

For display, signage, and marketing components, the match is intended for visual brand accuracy. If the surface will be handled frequently or exposed to abrasion, a clear topcoat or a more durable paint system may be appropriate. Always choose the paint type based on how and where the coated part will be used, not just the color name.

Yes, PMS 240 U can be matched for application on metal parts, but preparation is critical. Bare metal typically requires proper cleaning and priming, while existing powder-coated surfaces usually need to be cleaned and lightly scuffed to promote adhesion.

Be aware that the underlying coating color and gloss level can influence the final appearance of PMS 240 U. Because Pantone colors are visual targets, it is recommended to test a sample on the actual substrate before committing to a full production run.

PMS 240 U, like many saturated Pantone colors, can appear to shift depending on the light source and viewing environment. Daylight, LED, fluorescent, and warm interior lighting can each change how the color is perceived.

This is a normal effect related to lighting and material interaction, sometimes called metamerism. For brand-critical applications, evaluate the painted sample under the same lighting conditions where it will be displayed to confirm acceptance.

For PMS 240 U, applying multiple light coats rather than one heavy coat helps achieve more even color and surface quality. Thin coats allow the color to build gradually and reduce the risk of runs or uneven texture.

Allow adequate flash time between coats as recommended for the selected paint system. Because vivid Pantone colors can require additional passes for uniform coverage, testing on a sample piece is the best way to confirm the final appearance before production.

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 240 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 240 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.