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PMS 628 U is a Pantone PMS color commonly specified as a light blue-green with a fresh, understated character. It conveys a cool, open, gentle, clean, and approachable vibe that reads clearly without visual weight.

The color appears light, with an LRV of 72.09. It leans cool due to its blue-green hue, with low to moderate saturation and a subtle green undertone that softens the overall appearance.

PMS 628 U works well where a light, cool color is needed without high saturation, such as large panels, signage backgrounds, or brand installations. Because it is light in value, uniform priming can help achieve even coverage, and lighting or finish choice may influence whether the color reads more blue or more green.

Similar colors:

PMS 629 U: slightly darker and more saturated, with increased blue presence.
PMS 627 U: lighter and airier, with less green influence.
PMS 623 U: more neutral and muted, with reduced blue-green clarity.

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About Pantone and MyPerfectColor

MyPerfectColor is the official licensee of Pantone and authorized to reproduce the Pantone™ PMS 628 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 628 U color and produce outstanding results.

MyPerfectColor matches the Pantone PMS 628 U color based on Pantone color publications. The PMS 628 U color shown on this website are computer video simulations of the PANTONE PMS 628 U Color and may not match PANTONE®-identified Color standards. Refer to current PANTONE Publications to obtain accurate color.

The Pantone PMS 628 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 628 U

What is the best way to compare PMS 628 U samples during brand color approval?

When approving PMS 628 U, compare all samples under the same lighting and on the same substrate whenever possible. View the Pantone reference and the painted sample side by side, and avoid mixing lighting types during evaluation.

Allow the coating to fully dry and cure before making a final judgment. Fresh paint can look lighter, darker, or glossier than it will after cure, which can affect approval decisions.

If my product documentation lists PMS 628 U, is a Pantone match the right choice for part-specific color matching?

A Pantone PMS 628 U match is intended for visual brand color reproduction, not for matching an existing finished part. If your goal is to match a specific item exactly, the correct path is to send a physical part so the color can be matched directly.

Pantone-based matching works best when PMS 628 U is the visual target defined by brand standards, displays, or marketing specifications rather than an existing surface.

What coverage and hide expectations should I have with PMS 628 U paint?

PMS 628 U is a relatively bright and clean Pantone color, which means coverage and hide can vary by substrate and paint type. Some Pantone colors require additional coats to achieve uniform appearance.

Plan for test applications to confirm coverage, especially on darker or mixed substrates, and avoid judging coverage until the paint has fully dried.

Do I need a primer when ordering paint matched to PMS 628 U?

Primer needs depend on the substrate, the paint format selected, and exposure conditions. Smooth, sealed surfaces may not require primer, while raw or uneven substrates often benefit from one.

Using a primer can improve adhesion and color uniformity for PMS 628 U, especially when consistent brand appearance is critical. If you are unsure, confirming primer requirements before ordering helps avoid rework.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Pantone PMS 628 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 628 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 628 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 628 U?
Many types of paint are available for Pantone PMS 628 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 628 U spray paint made of?

To make spray paint matched to Pantone PMS 628 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 628 U?
The Pantone PMS 628 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 628 U?
The need for primer for Pantone PMS 628 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 628 U to a different color from another paint company?

While MyPerfectColor can provide PMS 628 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.