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Old 03-13-2008, 06:50 AM
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Default Those who know pantone colors
what color code would you say is the matte gray bumper color (I have used SEM 39193 with excellent results as discussed) but i need a pantone equivalent ----anyone know this? thx
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Old 03-13-2008, 06:53 AM
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Default without takeing a PMS book to the bumper its practically impossible to tell.
At least I would'nt be able to do it without on the spot comparing.
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Old 03-13-2008, 07:05 AM
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Default I think you be right -- as usual
working on a groovy thing. More to follow...
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Default cut a piece of plastic and have a paint shop scan it?
like matching paint at home depot.
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I have a very old PMS book that I can take home and compare if you want.
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which Pantone do you want it matched to: coated, uncoated, matte, solid, process, etc.?
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Old 03-13-2008, 11:05 AM
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cool! yeah do it if you dont mind. thanks. I think its "Warm Gray #9 or 10#
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ha-ma-na ha-ma-na Matte?
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Seems like Scot had a better guide, mine is only C and U. Matte is likely best. I'll try later.
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Default It depends on what you are using it for as to which you pick.
There is Color Bridge, Formula Guide or Solid Chip among others.<ul><li><a href="http://www.pantone.com/pages/pantone/pantone.aspx?ca=1">Pantone Graphics</a></li></ul>
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