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Pantone™ PMS 382 U

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PMS 382 U is a Pantone PMS color recognized as a bright, attention‑driven yellow‑green with a sharp, modern presence. It conveys an energetic, bold, contemporary, high‑contrast, and highly visible vibe commonly sought in brand and display environments.

The color appears light to mid-range in value, with an LRV of 56.7, and reads warm due to its strong yellow influence. It is highly saturated with a clear yellow‑green undertone, producing an intense appearance that can feel even stronger in higher sheens and direct lighting.

PMS 382 U works well in brand‑forward environments where strong visibility and color impact are intentional, such as displays and signage. Due to its saturation, it may require a light primer and multiple thin coats for uniform results, and it should be evaluated under actual lighting conditions to confirm appearance.

Similar colors:
PMS 381 U: slightly lighter and more yellow, with a brighter, more fluorescent appearance.
PMS 383 U: darker and marginally more grounded, with reduced brightness.
PMS 375 U: similar in brightness but slightly cooler, with more green emphasis.

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About Pantone and MyPerfectColor

MyPerfectColor is the official licensee of Pantone and authorized to reproduce the Pantone™ PMS 382 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 382 U color and produce outstanding results.

MyPerfectColor matches the Pantone PMS 382 U color based on Pantone color publications. The PMS 382 U color shown on this website are computer video simulations of the PANTONE PMS 382 U Color and may not match PANTONE®-identified Color standards. Refer to current PANTONE Publications to obtain accurate color.

The Pantone PMS 382 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 382 U

What should I expect for coverage and hide when using Pantone PMS 382 U paint?

Pantone PMS 382 U is a bright, highly saturated color. Colors in this range often have lower hide than neutral or darker shades. In practice, this means you may need additional coats to achieve a uniform, solid appearance, especially over darker substrates.

For brand-facing work, plan your project assuming multiple coats and evaluate coverage on the actual material you will use. This helps avoid surprises when visual consistency is critical.

How do I choose an interior or exterior paint type for Pantone PMS 382 U?

The Pantone PMS 382 U color reference defines the visual target, not where or how the paint is used. You should choose an interior or exterior paint type based on exposure, durability needs, and the environment where the color will be applied.

For indoor brand displays or exhibits, interior formulations are typically appropriate. For outdoor signage or installations, select an exterior-rated paint to handle weather and UV exposure. The color match target remains PMS 382 U in both cases.

Do I need a primer before applying Pantone PMS 382 U paint?

Whether a primer is needed for Pantone PMS 382 U depends on the substrate, the paint type, and the final appearance requirements. Porous, uneven, or previously dark surfaces often benefit from a primer to improve adhesion and color uniformity.

Using a suitable primer can also help reduce the number of finish coats needed for bright, saturated colors like PMS 382 U. For high-visibility brand work, testing primer and topcoat together on the actual material is recommended.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Pantone PMS 382 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 382 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 382 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 382 U?
Many types of paint are available for Pantone PMS 382 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 382 U spray paint made of?

To make spray paint matched to Pantone PMS 382 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 382 U?
The Pantone PMS 382 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 382 U?
The need for primer for Pantone PMS 382 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 382 U to a different color from another paint company?

While MyPerfectColor can provide PMS 382 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.