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A match of Prismatic Powders PSS-5697 NIC Grey is a dark, near-neutral gray with very low chroma and a slight cool cast. Its LRV of 14.99 places it in a fairly deep range, so it reads as a subdued industrial gray rather than a light neutral.

For touch-up after transportation damage, installation damage, fabrication work, service damage, or missed spots in the original finish, MyPerfectColor custom spray paint precisely matches the color and finish of Prismatic Powders PSS-5697 NIC Grey. It can be used on powder-coated frames, brackets, enclosures, railings, panels, screw heads, trim plugs, end caps, fastener covers, and other ancillary items that need to coordinate with a coated assembly.

Because this is a dark neutral, the color itself is not especially hard to cover, but the finished look can still shift with gloss, texture, film build, and substrate. Small repairs beside a cured powder-coated finish may show sheen differences, edge lines, or surface texture changes even when the color match is close, so finish matching matters as much as the base gray.

If you are working from an existing part that has aged or weathered, compare the reference against the actual coated surface rather than assuming the code alone will reproduce every installed part exactly. That is especially helpful when the repair must sit next to an older powder-coated finish or a replacement component.

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About PRISMATIC POWDERS Coatings

Prismatic Powders, founded in 1984 by NIC Industries, is located in White City, Oregon. Prismatic Powders offers the largest selection of powder coating colors in the world, claiming the development of over 6,500 different colors and finishes. Prismatic Powders also offers a large array of specialty finishes and effects which makes it a popular choice for auto enthusiasts.

Matching Prismatic Powders Paint Colors

MyPerfectColor is able to match most of the Prismatic Powders paint colors so you can find and enjoy the colors you love. MyPerfectColor uses its expert capabilities to recreate the original Prismatic Powders color by matching the original Prismatic Powders color books and swatches. MyPerfectColor is not using Prismatic Powders coatings.

The colors shown on this website are computer video simulations of the Prismatic Powders Color and may not match Prismatic Powders Color standards. Refer to Prismatic Powders Publications to obtain an accurate color sample. Please know that MyPerfectColor is matching the original Prismatic Powders color. If you intend to touch up a coating, know that your color has undoubtedly changed from the original due to exposure to light and age and the new paint may not match. You will achieve best results by re-coating the entire surface.

If you need more assistance, please feel free to contact us and one of our expert staff would be happy to help.

Frequently Asked Questions About Match of Prismatic Powders™ PSS-5697 NIC Grey *

Will MyPerfectColor PSS-5697 NIC Grey match an existing cured powder-coated part exactly, or can the old finish still look different?

MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish for PSS-5697 NIC Grey, but an older cured part can still read differently beside a fresh repair. Gloss, texture, age, weathering, cure history, substrate, and batch variation can all change how the existing part looks.

If the repair has to blend into a visible, already installed finish, the safer approach is to compare against the actual part or an approved sample instead of relying on the color name alone.

Is Prismatic Powders PSS-5697 NIC Grey a good match for touch-up after transportation, installation, fabrication, or missed spots?

Yes. A match of Prismatic Powders PSS-5697 NIC Grey is commonly used as a touch-up reference for chips, scratches, rub marks, handling damage, transport damage, installation damage, fabrication damage, drilled holes, cut edges, field modifications, and missed spots in the original finish.

Order the MyPerfectColor touch-up product when you need the repair area to coordinate with the existing coating color rather than redo the full part.

Can I use Prismatic Powders PSS-5697 NIC Grey on plastic snaps, screw heads, trim plugs, or other small parts that cannot be powder coated?

Yes. A match of Prismatic Powders PSS-5697 NIC Grey is often used for ancillary items such as plastic snaps, screw heads, rivet heads, trim plugs, end caps, clips, covers, brackets, and other small parts that need to coordinate with a coated assembly but cannot go through the original powder coating process.

For these parts, the goal is close color coordination with the surrounding finish, not duplicating the original coating process.

If I order a liquid touch-up for Prismatic Powders PSS-5697 NIC Grey, will it look the same as the original powder-coated finish?

Not always. Even when the color reference is correct, a fresh liquid touch-up can still look different from the cured powder-coated part because the original finish may have its own gloss, texture, cure behavior, and film-build characteristics.

MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and finish, but a liquid repair beside an older coated part can still reveal differences in appearance.

Should I use an existing part or approved sample instead of the Prismatic Powders PSS-5697 NIC Grey code for a tight match?

Use the actual part or an approved sample when the finish is highly visible, the tolerance is tight, or the coated surface has aged, weathered, or changed gloss. The PSS-5697 NIC Grey code is a good starting point, but it may not capture every real-world finish variable on an installed part.

If you have a production panel, a saved sample, or the part to be repaired, that reference is usually safer for matching decisions than the code alone.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Prismatic Powders PSS-5697 NIC Grey?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Prismatic Powders PSS-5697 NIC Grey 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 this as touch up paint for the Prismatic Powders PSS-5697 NIC Grey coating?

Yes, you can use the acrylic enamel paint as a touch up for the Prismatic Powders PSS-5697 NIC Grey coating. MyPerfectColor precisely matches the color and sheen of the official Prismatic Powders color sample. However, there may be some variation to your specific coating material due to aging, paint differences and application method. For ultra-critical matching requirements, you may consider having MyPerfectColor create a touch up solution precisely matching the color and sheen of your specific coating batch by sending us an actual part.

Learn more about our color matching services.

What type of paint is used to make touch up for the Prismatic Powders PSS-5697 NIC Grey? And how much area will one can of spray paint cover?

To make touch up paint for the Prismatic Powders PSS-5697 NIC Grey, 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.

MyPerfectColor offers two spray can sizes - 11oz net weight and 4.5oz net weight. The 11oz spray will cover about 20 square feet per coat. The smaller can, which is perfect for manufacturers who want to include a can with product shipments, will cover about 7 square feet.

Will the paint match both the color and the sheen of the original Prismatic Powders PSS-5697 NIC Grey coating?

MyPerfectColor acrylic enamel paint matching the Prismatic Powders PSS-5697 NIC Grey will match both the color and sheen. MyPerfectColor precisely matches the original coating to serve as touch up paint. MyPerfectColor is matching from original Prismatic Powders metal swatches. There may be variation due to batch processes, aging and paint type differences. Learn more about touch up paint solutions.

How does MyPerfectColor match paint to the Prismatic Powders PSS-5697 NIC Grey color?

MyPerfectColor has the original Prismatic Powders PSS-5697 NIC Grey sample in our color archive. We are able to make paint and verify that it matches the original.

Please note that there maybe differences between the color sample in our archive and your materials due to variation in manufacturing processes, aging, etc.

MyPerfectColor matches the Prismatic Powders PSS-5697 NIC Grey by scanning the sample with state of the art spectrophotometer and color matching software. The color match is refined through an iterative process to improve the match accuracy of both the color and sheen. MyPerfectColor has an extensive pigment library of over 100 different pigments that include organic and inorganic dispersions, aluminum, bronze and mica-based metallics and pearlescents, and fluorescent pigments. MyPerfectColor can achieve any sheen between flat and gloss. Note that difficult to match colors like metallics, pearlescents, and fluorescents will not match precisely - MyPerfectColor will get as close as possible, but the quality of these matches will not be as good due to the inherent limitations of matching these types of effect colors. Learn more about our color matching services.

Do I need a primer for Prismatic Powders PSS-5697 NIC Grey?
The need for primer for Prismatic Powders PSS-5697 NIC Grey 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.