Pantone™ PMS 2098 U

Yes, the suffix matters. In Pantone PMS 2098 U, the 'U' identifies the reference series used to define the color target. Pantone codes can exist in different series or suffixes, and they are not interchangeable.

Before ordering, confirm that PMS 2098 U is the exact reference specified in your brand standards or project documentation. Ordering the wrong suffix can result in a noticeable visual difference, even though the base number looks similar.

Sheen affects how Pantone PMS 2098 U is perceived once applied. Higher sheen finishes reflect more light and can make the color appear brighter or more saturated, while lower sheen finishes reduce reflections and can make the color appear slightly darker.

When choosing a sheen, consider viewing distance, lighting, and the substrate. For close viewing or strong lighting, sheen differences are more noticeable. If color approval is critical, testing PMS 2098 U in the intended sheen is recommended before committing to production.

Compare Pantone PMS 2098 U samples under consistent lighting and on the same or equivalent substrate whenever possible. Changes in lighting or material can significantly affect how the color appears.

Allow painted samples to fully dry and cure before final evaluation, as the color can shift slightly during drying. Making approval decisions too early can lead to unexpected differences in the finished application.

It can be used, but plastics vary widely in surface characteristics. Some plastics and low-surface-energy materials may require specific primers or adhesion steps for reliable results.

Before full production, test Pantone PMS 2098 U on the actual plastic being used, including any primer or surface preparation. This helps confirm adhesion, appearance, and color acceptance under real conditions.

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.

To make spray paint matched to Pantone PMS 2098 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.

While MyPerfectColor can provide PMS 2098 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.