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Pantone™ PMS 5115 U
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PMS 5115 U is a Pantone PMS color used as a standardized reference for consistent color communication across branding, display fabrication, and design workflows. The color conveys a dark, muted, restrained, serious, and brand-forward vibe rather than decorative brightness.
The color appears very dark, with a low Light Reflectance Value of 3.25. It leans warm with a red-purple bias and shows moderate saturation, reading as a muted purple that can approach neutral under low lighting.
PMS 5115 U works well in brand-facing elements where a dark purple is needed without high chroma or visual glare. Surface preparation, finish choice, and lighting conditions can strongly influence the final appearance, particularly given the color’s low light reflectance.
Similar colors:
PMS 5115 C: slightly cleaner and more defined, with a marginally clearer purple presence.
PMS 511 U: darker and more neutral, with reduced purple clarity.
PMS 512 U: lighter and more open, with a softer purple character.
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About Pantone and MyPerfectColor
MyPerfectColor is the official licensee of Pantone and authorized to reproduce the Pantone™ PMS 5115 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 5115 U color and produce outstanding results.
MyPerfectColor matches the Pantone PMS 5115 U color based on Pantone color publications. The PMS 5115 U color shown on this website are computer video simulations of the PANTONE PMS 5115 U Color and may not match PANTONE®-identified Color standards. Refer to current PANTONE Publications to obtain accurate color.
The Pantone PMS 5115 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 5115 U
How should I compare samples of Pantone PMS 5115 U during color approval?
When approving Pantone PMS 5115 U, compare samples under the same lighting and on the same type of substrate whenever possible. Allow the paint to fully dry and cure before judging color, as appearance can shift during drying. View the sample next to an official Pantone reference and evaluate it at the distance and angle it will be seen in use. Small lighting or substrate changes can affect how a deep color like PMS 5115 U is perceived.
Should I choose matte or gloss for a PMS 5115 U brand application?
For Pantone PMS 5115 U, gloss finishes typically increase visual punch and perceived saturation but can create glare under bright lighting. Matte finishes reduce reflections and can be easier to evaluate consistently, especially at close viewing distances, but may appear slightly softer. Consider the lighting environment and how close viewers will be when choosing between matte and gloss.
What should I consider when using PMS 5115 U in pop-ups or retail installations?
When using Pantone PMS 5115 U in pop-ups or retail environments, confirm durability requirements based on expected handling and exposure. Always evaluate a sample under the installed lighting, as retail lighting can significantly change how the color reads. For large or high-visibility installations, sampling before full production helps reduce approval risk and ensures the color meets brand expectations.
Are expedited production options available for PMS 5115 U paint orders?
Expedited production may be available for Pantone PMS 5115 U and can be selected during checkout when timing is critical. Because lead times can vary by product format and order size, contact MyPerfectColor if you have a firm deadline and need confirmation before ordering.
How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Pantone PMS 5115 U?
Can I use the Pantone PMS 5115 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 5115 U?
How much area will one spray can cover? And what is Pantone PMS 5115 U spray paint made of?
To make spray paint matched to Pantone PMS 5115 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 5115 U?
Do I need a primer for Pantone PMS 5115 U?
How do I convert PMS 5115 U to a different color from another paint company?
While MyPerfectColor can provide PMS 5115 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.