PMS Color Matching Service

Our printing process utilizes CMYK (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow & Black) inks. While CMYK offers a broad color gamut, achieving exact matches to Pantone Matching System® (PMS) colors can be challenging. This service is highly recommended for projects where color accuracy is critical and specific PMS colors have been referenced.
Important Note: We do not print using actual Pantone spot colors. Instead, our expert technicians meticulously simulate your specified PMS colors as closely as possible using CMYK. This involves careful color profiling and adjustment.

How it Works:

• Adding Quantity 1 of this service covers the color matching of one (1) PMS color on one (1) material type (e.g., PMS 485 C on Stretch Fabric).
• If your project requires matching multiple PMS colors or applying the same PMS color across multiple material types, please increase the quantity accordingly. The charge is applied per color, per material.
• After you approve your digital proofs, a member of our Graphics Department will meticulously work to match your specified PMS color(s) as closely as possible using CMYK inks.
  
  

Important Information and Helpful Tips:

1. File Requirements: Please provide an editable/layered file in one of the following formats: .PDF, Adobe Illustrator, or Adobe Photoshop. This allows for necessary color adjustments.
2. Turnaround Time: Please be aware that the color-matching process will add 1-2 business days to your production turnaround time.
3. Pantone Color Selection: For optimal results, please only select Pantone colors from the Pantone Color Bridge Coated Book. This book is specifically designed to show CMYK equivalents.
4. CMYK Reference: To preview the potential CMYK conversion of your chosen PMS color, you can reference the "CP" (Process Coated) swatch in the Pantone Color Bridge Coated color book (e.g., 192 CP). Please note that this is just a reference, and our technicians will optimize the conversion for the specific material.
5. Limitations: We are unable to accurately match the following:
   • HEX colors
   • Swatch numbers from other Pantone books
   • Textures, gradients, pastels, bright neon colors, or metallic colors
6. Production Variables: Color profiles and other production factors are subject to change. We strive for consistency, but minor variations may occur.

Material Exclusions:

We cannot offer PMS color matching for the following media materials:

• Acrylic
• Backlit fabric
• Backlit film
• Towels
• Blankets
• Dye-sub Aluminum
• Canvas
• Coroplast
• PVC

This service aims to provide the best possible CMYK simulation of your desired PMS colors. By understanding the process and providing the necessary information, you can help us achieve outstanding results for your color-critical project.