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Pantone™ PMS 560 U

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PMS 560 U is a Pantone Matching System color commonly specified for brand and identity work where consistency across vendors matters. It presents as deep, cool, subdued, grounded, and reserved, with a visual character that reads more institutional than decorative.

The color appears very dark, with an LRV of 5.1, and leans cool between green and blue. Its low saturation keeps the appearance muted, with a clear blue-green undertone rather than a neutralized base.

PMS 560 U works well in brand-facing displays, signage, and fabricated elements where a dark, understated color is needed to support typography or logos. Its depth can exaggerate surface irregularities in glossier finishes, so careful surface preparation and finish selection can help maintain a uniform look.

Similar colors:

PMS 5535 U: slightly lighter and greener, with a softer visual weight.
PMS 561 U: darker and cooler, with a more pronounced blue influence.
PMS 548 U: lighter and more open, with increased green clarity.

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About Pantone and MyPerfectColor

MyPerfectColor is the official licensee of Pantone and authorized to reproduce the Pantone™ PMS 560 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 560 U color and produce outstanding results.

MyPerfectColor matches the Pantone PMS 560 U color based on Pantone color publications. The PMS 560 U color shown on this website are computer video simulations of the PANTONE PMS 560 U Color and may not match PANTONE®-identified Color standards. Refer to current PANTONE Publications to obtain accurate color.

The Pantone PMS 560 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 560 U

How is Pantone PMS 560 U typically used for signs, displays, and exhibit fabrication?

Pantone PMS 560 U is often specified as a brand color target for fabricated signs, displays, and exhibit elements. In these projects, the Pantone code defines the visual color reference rather than a specific paint formula.

Because appearance can change by substrate, finish, and lighting, it is best to evaluate PMS 560 U on the actual material being used. Producing a sample panel before full production helps confirm that the painted result meets brand expectations in the installed environment.

How do I get help choosing the right paint type for Pantone PMS 560 U?

If you are unsure which paint format is appropriate for PMS 560 U, contact MyPerfectColor with details about your project. Useful information includes the substrate, indoor or outdoor exposure, desired sheen, and how the color will be viewed.

This allows the team to recommend a paint type that can best achieve the Pantone PMS 560 U color target for your application, whether that is spray paint or another available format.

Is ordering by the name PMS 560 U the same as ordering by the Pantone code?

For Pantone colors, the code is what matters. PMS 560 U identifies a specific Pantone color standard, and the "U" suffix indicates the uncoated series.

Always order using the full Pantone code exactly as specified, including the suffix. Omitting or changing the suffix can result in a different color target and an incorrect match for your brand requirements.

What should I know about achieving uniform coverage with Pantone PMS 560 U on large areas?

When applying PMS 560 U over larger surfaces, consistent technique is critical for uniform appearance. Plan for even coat thickness, maintain consistent spray distance, and allow proper flash time between coats.

As with many Pantone colors, coverage and hide can vary by substrate and finish. Testing PMS 560 U on a representative sample helps determine the number of coats needed to achieve a consistent, brand-accurate result across the entire area.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Pantone PMS 560 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 560 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 560 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 560 U?
Many types of paint are available for Pantone PMS 560 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 560 U spray paint made of?

To make spray paint matched to Pantone PMS 560 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 560 U?
The Pantone PMS 560 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 560 U?
The need for primer for Pantone PMS 560 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 560 U to a different color from another paint company?

While MyPerfectColor can provide PMS 560 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.