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Pantone™ PMS 517 U

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PMS 517 U is a Pantone Matching System color commonly specified for brand and visual identity work where subtle color presence is preferred. It conveys a calm, refined, and modern vibe with a gentle pastel character rather than strong saturation.

The color appears light, with an LRV of 66.03. It leans cool overall with a soft red-violet tendency, showing low to moderate saturation and a lavender-pink undertone rather than a true pink or purple.

This color works well in branded environments, displays, and components where a restrained, understated pastel is needed. Because of its lightness and muted chroma, it may show contrast or patchiness over darker substrates, so a light or neutral primer can help achieve uniform coverage. Lighting conditions and finish choice can noticeably affect how warm or cool the color appears, especially in large areas.

Similar colors:
PMS 516 U: slightly lighter and softer, with less visible pink influence.
PMS 518 U: darker and more saturated, with increased visual depth.
PMS 5245 U: more neutral and gray-leaning, with reduced lavender character.

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About Pantone and MyPerfectColor

MyPerfectColor is the official licensee of Pantone and authorized to reproduce the Pantone™ PMS 517 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 517 U color and produce outstanding results.

MyPerfectColor matches the Pantone PMS 517 U color based on Pantone color publications. The PMS 517 U color shown on this website are computer video simulations of the PANTONE PMS 517 U Color and may not match PANTONE®-identified Color standards. Refer to current PANTONE Publications to obtain accurate color.

The Pantone PMS 517 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 517 U

Is there an exact paint brand equivalent for Pantone PMS 517 U?

Pantone PMS 517 U is a Pantone color reference, not a formula used by other paint brands. Most paint manufacturers have their own color systems, so cross-references are typically approximations rather than exact matches.

For brand-facing work, relying on a generic cross-reference can introduce visible color differences. If PMS 517 U is specified in your brand standards, ordering paint matched directly to the Pantone reference is the most reliable way to target the intended color appearance.

Should I order a sample of Pantone PMS 517 U before a full production run?

Yes. For projects that require brand or stakeholder approval, ordering a small sample of Pantone PMS 517 U is strongly recommended before committing to larger quantities.

Evaluate the sample on the actual substrate and under the lighting where it will be installed. This helps confirm color appearance, finish interaction, and overall acceptance before production, especially for high-visibility displays or multi-material builds.

Will Pantone PMS 517 U require additional coats for full coverage?

Pantone PMS 517 U, like many Pantone colors, may have coverage and hide characteristics that differ from standard architectural colors. Depending on the substrate and finish, additional coats may be needed to achieve a uniform appearance.

Using a suitable primer and planning for extra coats can help ensure consistent color and visual impact, particularly on contrasting or porous surfaces.

What is the typical lead time for paint matched to Pantone PMS 517 U?

Paint matched to Pantone PMS 517 U is made to order. Production lead time depends on the selected product format and current manufacturing volume.

Allow additional time for sampling, approval, and shipping when planning schedules for marketing installations or display builds. Ordering early helps reduce risk when deadlines are fixed.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Pantone PMS 517 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 517 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 517 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 517 U?
Many types of paint are available for Pantone PMS 517 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 517 U spray paint made of?

To make spray paint matched to Pantone PMS 517 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 517 U?
The Pantone PMS 517 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 517 U?
The need for primer for Pantone PMS 517 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 517 U to a different color from another paint company?

While MyPerfectColor can provide PMS 517 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.