KITCHEN, BATH & TILE PAINTS
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| Manufacturer | Benjamin Moore |
| Type | Proprietary 100% Acrylic (Matte) |
| Intended Use | Interior walls, trim, and ceilings in high-humidity rooms |
| Volume Solids | 45.10% |
| Coverage | 350–400 sq ft/gallon |
| Dry Time (Touch) | 1 hour |
| Recoat Time | 1 hour |
| Full Cure Time | ~14 days (2+ weeks for full washability) |
| Mildew Resistance | Excellent – formulated for humid areas |
| VOC Content | Zero VOC (0 g/L) |
| Odor | Low |
| Washability & Durability | Highly washable, burnish-resistant, resists repeated cleaning |
| Application Methods | Brush, roll, spray – self-priming on most surfaces |
| Surface Prep Requirements | Clean, dry, sound surface; mild sanding and spot-priming if needed |
| Sheen | Matte only |
| Tinting Options | Thousands of color choices |
| Cleanup | Soap and water |
| Certifications | GreenPromise, LEED-compliant, antimicrobial, Class A flame spread |
| Price | ~$88–105 per gallon |
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| Manufacturer | Benjamin Moore |
| Type | 100% Acrylic Latex |
| Intended Use | Kitchens, bathrooms, humid environments |
| Volume Solids | ~34–36% (varies slightly by sheen) |
| Coverage | 350–400 sq ft/gallon |
| Dry Time (Touch) | 1 hour |
| Recoat Time | 4 hours |
| Full Cure Time | 14 days |
| Mildew Resistance | Mildew- and mold-resistant |
| VOC Content | <50 g/L |
| Odor | Low |
| Washability & Durability | Good durability and scrub resistance |
| Application Methods | Brush, roll |
| Surface Prep Requirements | Clean, dry surface; prime unpainted areas |
| Sheen | Satin or Semi-Gloss |
| Tinting Options | Full Benjamin Moore palette |
| Cleanup | Soap and water |
| Certifications | GreenGuard Certified |
| Price | ~$60–75 per gallon |
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| Manufacturer | Rust-Oleum |
| Type | 2-Part Epoxy Acrylic |
| Intended Use | Bathtubs, tiles, sinks, fiberglass, porcelain surfaces |
| Volume Solids | Not specified (generally high solids) |
| Coverage | ~110 sq ft per kit |
| Dry Time (Touch) | 1 hour |
| Recoat Time | 1–2 hours |
| Full Cure Time | 3 days before water exposure |
| Mildew Resistance | Good – moisture resistant |
| VOC Content | ~487 g/L (very high VOC) |
| Odor | Strong odor – needs ventilation |
| Washability & Durability | Extremely durable, hard finish, abrasion-resistant |
| Application Methods | Mix Parts A & B, brush/roll on clean surface |
| Surface Prep Requirements | Extensive: sanding, cleaning, and full drying required |
| Sheen | Gloss (or Satin if aerosol version) |
| Tinting Options | Limited (White, Almond, Biscuit) |
| Cleanup | Lacquer thinner or isopropyl alcohol |
| Certifications | Meets US and Canadian WHMIS standards; flammable warnings apply |
| Price | ~$33–43 per quart kit |
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| Manufacturer | Benjamin Moore | Benjamin Moore | Rust-Oleum |
| Type | Proprietary 100% Acrylic (Matte) | 100% Acrylic Latex | 2-Part Epoxy Acrylic |
| Intended Use | Interior walls, trim, and ceilings in high-humidity rooms | Kitchens, bathrooms, humid environments | Bathtubs, tiles, sinks, fiberglass, porcelain surfaces |
| Volume Solids | 45.10% | ~34–36% (varies slightly by sheen) | Not specified (generally high solids) |
| Coverage | 350–400 sq ft/gallon | 350–400 sq ft/gallon | ~110 sq ft per kit |
| Dry Time (Touch) | 1 hour | 1 hour | 1 hour |
| Recoat Time | 1 hour | 4 hours | 1–2 hours |
| Full Cure Time | ~14 days (2+ weeks for full washability) | 14 days | 3 days before water exposure |
| Mildew Resistance | Excellent – formulated for humid areas | Mildew- and mold-resistant | Good – moisture resistant |
| VOC Content | Zero VOC (0 g/L) | <50 g/L | ~487 g/L (very high VOC) |
| Odor | Low | Low | Strong odor – needs ventilation |
| Washability & Durability | Highly washable, burnish-resistant, resists repeated cleaning | Good durability and scrub resistance | Extremely durable, hard finish, abrasion-resistant |
| Application Methods | Brush, roll, spray – self-priming on most surfaces | Brush, roll | Mix Parts A & B, brush/roll on clean surface |
| Surface Prep Requirements | Clean, dry, sound surface; mild sanding and spot-priming if needed | Clean, dry surface; prime unpainted areas | Extensive: sanding, cleaning, and full drying required |
| Sheen | Matte only | Satin or Semi-Gloss | Gloss (or Satin if aerosol version) |
| Tinting Options | Thousands of color choices | Full Benjamin Moore palette | Limited (White, Almond, Biscuit) |
| Cleanup | Soap and water | Soap and water | Lacquer thinner or isopropyl alcohol |
| Certifications | GreenPromise, LEED-compliant, antimicrobial, Class A flame spread | GreenGuard Certified | Meets US and Canadian WHMIS standards; flammable warnings apply |
| Price | ~$88–105 per gallon | ~$60–75 per gallon | ~$33–43 per quart kit |