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Pantone™ PMS 3245 U

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Color summary PMS 3245 U is a Pantone PMS color specified as a standardized visual target rather than a paint formula. It presents as clean, open, contemporary, refreshing, and visually light, with a clear aqua-teal character that reads bright without appearing fluorescent.

Color characteristics The color has a light overall appearance with an LRV of 57.08. It reads as distinctly cool, leaning toward aqua rather than green. The saturation is moderate to high, giving it clarity and visual presence, with a subtle green undertone that keeps the color balanced and crisp.

Practical application PMS 3245 U works well in brand-facing displays, signage, and fabricated elements where a fresh, approachable color is needed. Its lightness can make surface preparation and priming important, especially over darker substrates, to avoid show-through or uneven coverage. Testing the color under the intended lighting and finish can help confirm brightness and uniformity before full production.

Similar colors:
PMS 324 U: slightly lighter and more open, with less green influence.
PMS 325 U: a touch deeper and more saturated, with stronger aqua intensity.
PMS 3255 U: darker and more chromatic, with increased visual weight.
PMS 331 U: lighter and softer, with a more pastel, subdued appearance.

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About Pantone and MyPerfectColor

MyPerfectColor is the official licensee of Pantone and authorized to reproduce the Pantone™ PMS 3245 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 3245 U color and produce outstanding results.

MyPerfectColor matches the Pantone PMS 3245 U color based on Pantone color publications. The PMS 3245 U color shown on this website are computer video simulations of the PANTONE PMS 3245 U Color and may not match PANTONE®-identified Color standards. Refer to current PANTONE Publications to obtain accurate color.

The Pantone PMS 3245 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 3245 U

What does it mean to order PMS 3245 U paint from MyPerfectColor?

Ordering PMS 3245 U means you are requesting paint matched to the Pantone PMS 3245 U color standard as a visual target. Pantone PMS is a color communication system, not a paint formula, coating method, or finish specification.

MyPerfectColor reproduces the appearance of PMS 3245 U as accurately as possible in paint formats such as spray paint. The result is intended to visually align with the Pantone reference, not to duplicate ink behavior, paper stock, or printed samples.

When is a standard Pantone PMS 3245 U paint match appropriate to order?

A standard PMS 3245 U match is appropriate when the Pantone reference is the approved color target, such as for branded displays, signage, exhibits, prototypes, or marketing installations.

This option works well when visual brand alignment is the priority and the color will be evaluated as a painted surface, not compared to a specific existing material or coating.

Why can PMS 3245 U look different under different lighting conditions?

The appearance of PMS 3245 U can change depending on lighting type, brightness, and viewing environment. Daylight, LED, fluorescent, and warm indoor lighting can each shift how the color is perceived.

For best results, evaluate the painted PMS 3245 U sample under the same lighting where it will be used. This helps confirm that the color meets expectations in its actual environment.

Does PMS 3245 U require special planning for coverage or undercoats?

PMS 3245 U is a vivid Pantone color, and saturated hues like this can have lower hide than neutral colors. Multiple coats may be needed to achieve uniform coverage.

Using an appropriate undercoat can help improve consistency and reduce the number of finish coats required. Planning for coverage upfront helps avoid unexpected appearance differences during application.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Pantone PMS 3245 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 3245 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 3245 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 3245 U?
Many types of paint are available for Pantone PMS 3245 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 3245 U spray paint made of?

To make spray paint matched to Pantone PMS 3245 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 3245 U?
The Pantone PMS 3245 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 3245 U?
The need for primer for Pantone PMS 3245 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 3245 U to a different color from another paint company?

While MyPerfectColor can provide PMS 3245 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.