Choosing an Interior Paint Sheen

Sheen refers to paint’s shininess. When deciding on paint sheen, consider the condition of the wall and whether the area is high/low traffic. Here’s a partial list to get started:

• Flat or matte sheen provides great depth of colour and is ideal for less-than-perfect surfaces.

• Eggshell, pearl and satin sheens are light, easy to clean, work great in high traffic areas, and reveal colour with a softly polished glow.

• Semi-Gloss sheens are particularly durable and are often recommended for mouldings and trim.

Choosing an Exterior Paint Sheen

Our super-premium products offer the same durability and washability in all sheens, so the selection of the finish is more of a personal preference. But here are a few things to remember:

• Flat is good at hiding surface imperfections and delivers beautiful colour.

• Satin stays cleaner and stands up to abrasion better than Flat.

• Semi-Gloss is more moisture resistant and easier to clean.

• High-Gloss allows rich, deep colour but magnifies surface imperfections.

Choosing a Stain Finish

Stain opacity levels range from clear to solid, with the amount of pigment in a stain determining its opacity. Translucent, Semi-Transparent, and Semi-Solid stains are designed to protect without completely obscuring the natural colour and texture of wood. As the opacity moves towards solid, less grain shows through the finish. In contrast, solid stains will completely mask the wood grain, while allowing the wood texture to show through, and the greater its protection will be over time.

What is VOC?

VOC means Volatile Organic Compounds. The paint industry is filled with definitions of what “green paint” is. Other manufacturers use tints that add VOCs to their paints, but Benjamin Moore’s waterborne tinting technology ensures that our paints retain their low- or zero-VOC properties.

Green Promise®

Benjamin Moore’s Green Promise® designation is our assurance that the product is environmentally-friendly and meets - and often exceeds - the strictest industry standards, while also delivering the premium levels of performance you expect from Benjamin Moore.

Corotech^® Waterborne Enamels

Acrylic DTM Enamel - Gloss

Gloss (V330)

Acrylic DTM Enamel is a tough waterborne acrylic enamel that fights rust on metal and provides a smooth, durable finish on wood, drywall and masonry substrates. A special inhibitor in the formula prevents flash rust when applied to ferrous metal, and the smooth dry film is UV and moisture resistant.

For light-to-moderate industrial, commercial and select residential use
Excellent for metal, as well as wood, masonry, drywall and other surfaces
Resists flash rust on metal
Excellent for all corrugated metal sheeting
Can be used on galvanized and aluminum metal

Colorant Used: Universal
Colour System Supported: Benjamin Moore COLORx® and X-Rite ColorDesigner

Available Colours: White, Bronzetone, Black, Safety Yellow, Safety Red, Safety Blue, and Safety Green; Pastel Base, Tint Base, Deep Base, and Clear Base
Sheen (or Gloss): Gloss
Cleanup: Soap and Water
Resin Type: Waterborne Acrylic
Recommended Use: Interior, Exterior
MPI Rating: 154,164
VOC Level: 200.0

SAFETY DATA SHEETS

TECHNICAL DATA SHEETS

TDS V330 (English)

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Acrylic DTM Enamel - Semi-Gloss

Semi-Gloss (V331)

For light-to-moderate industrial, commercial and select residential use
Excellent for metal, as well as wood, masonry, drywall and other surfaces
Resists flash rust on metal
Excellent for all corrugated metal sheeting
Can be used on galvanized and aluminum metal

Colorant Used: Universal
Colour System Supported: Benjamin Moore COLORx® and X-Rite ColorDesigner

Available Colours: White; Pastel Base, Tint Base, Deep Base, and Clear Base
Sheen (or Gloss): Semi-Gloss
Cleanup: Soap and Water
Resin Type: Waterborne Acrylic
Recommended Use: Interior, Exterior
MPI Rating: 153
VOC Level: 204.0

SAFETY DATA SHEETS

TECHNICAL DATA SHEETS

TDS V331 (English)

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Pre-Catalyzed Waterborne Wall Epoxy - Eggshell

Eggshell (V342)

This unique product provides epoxy toughness in a ready-to-use waterborne formula for walls, ceilings and trim (not ideal for floors). Low odour, low VOC and water cleanup make this product ideal for use in occupied areas. The cured film is scrubbable, resists water and common cleaning chemicals, and stands up to abrasion and marring. Excellent adhesion to many surfaces, including existing paint, drywall, primed masonry and primed metal.