Benjamin Moore

April 12th, 2022

Benjamin Moore is North America’s leading paint manufacturer, exclusively offering water-based products in seven different sheen levels. With a variety of different colour collections, there is an unrivalled amount of choice in choosing the perfect colour. Here we have put together a guide to all things Benjamin Moore at Brewers Decorator Centres.

1. Aura
If you are looking to use a strong, vibrant colour, Benjamin Moore Aura is the perfect product for achieving an exceptional depth of colour. Extremely durable, Aura is scrubbable and has exceptional burnish resistance. Available in Matte, Eggshell, Satin & Semi-Gloss finishes.

Aura Bath & Spa
Benjamin Moore Aura Bath & Spa is available in Matte and has been specifically formulated for humid environments, suitable for walls and ceilings.

2. Regal Select
If you want to have a beautifully flat finish but have practical durability factors, Benjamin Moore Regal Select is a classic selection for walls, ceilings, and woodwork. Available in a Flat finish with only 2% sheen, you will be able to achieve a flat finish that is scrubbable with great coverage. Regal Select is also available in Matte, Eggshell and Pearl finishes.


3. Ultra-Spec 500
Ultra-Spec 500 is a great way to try Benjamin Moore for the first time. Suitable for the trade, Benjamin Moore Ultra-Spec 500 has fast recoat times, superior flow and excellent application qualities.

4. Ultra-Spec Scuff X
As Benjamin Moore’s best-seller, Ultra-Spec Scuff X offers outstanding performance in the toughest high traffic areas, maintaining a high-quality appearance for a lot longer than standard paints. Available in Matte, Eggshell, Satin and Semi-gloss finishes.

5.Ceiling Paint
If you have chosen a beautiful light fixture for your space offering lots of wonderful light, it will quite often highlight any imperfections in your ceiling. Benjamin Moore Ceiling Paint has been specifically designed to provide an ultra-flat, flawless finish in bright lighting conditions. Available in an Ultra-Flat finish at a spectacular 0-2% sheen level.

6.Advance
Benjamin Moore Advance is an Alkyd based product to be used for woodwork such as trim, furniture and cabinets. As a water-based product, Advance stays whiter for longer and provides and exceptionally tough finish. Available in Matt, Satin and High Gloss finishes.

Benjamin Moore Primer/Undercoat:

1.Fresh Start Primer
Benjamin Moore Fresh Start High Hiding Primer is an acrylic primer which is quick drying with superior adhesion and maximum hide. Suitable for both interior and exterior projects on a range of substrates.

2. Insl-X Stix Primer
For more challenging surfaces to coat, Insl-X Stix Primer provides the ultimate adhesion which is an acrylic-urethane bonding primer-sealer. Suitable for interior and exterior surfaces such as PVC, Vinyl, plastic, glass, gloss paint, fibre glass and galvanised metal.

Benjamin Moore Colours:

Benjamin Moore offers 3,500 colours across the range which gives you an unparalleled amount of choice. Standard whites in the Benjamin Moore range are Super White which has a slight grey hue and Chantilly Lace which is the whitest white in the range. 

Ordering a Benjamin Moore Colour Sample is a sure-fire way to see how the colour works best in the space. The handy sample pots are in a unique eggshell finish which will give you the best representation of the colour you’re looking for.

With 7 colour collections available at Brewers, it can be a tricky task knowing where to start. For ease, the Benjamin Moore Affinity Collection contains 147 colours which all complement each other. This means that you can choose any colours you like in the collection, and they will work together effortlessly.

Benjamin Moore can be found online and selected Brewers Decorator Centres. For more information about your local store, head over to our handy store locator.