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Bathroom Walls and Ceiling Paint

9 years ago

We have a small bathroom that has a bathtub/shower in it that gets constant use. It has a fan in it, but can get humid. We are looking at painting it and have contacted three painters. One suggests Benjamin Moore Regal for walls and ceiling. Another suggested Aura for the walls and Sherwin WIlliams Pro Mar 200 for the ceiling. The third said he would use regular Benjamin Moore paint. When we visited a paint store, the person there suggested Aura Bath and Spa paint (okay for ceilings?). Any thoughts on what is best in this situation since the ceiling and walls will have to endure a lot of humidity? Thank you.

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User
9 years ago
Replace the fan with one that has an automatic humidity sensor controlling the off/on switch. That way you can leave the bathroom and know the fan will turn off when it's dried out the room.

I would use the special purpose bath and spa paint - its formula is different so it survives moisture better. It might be a bit more expensive, but an extra $10 for paint is tiny compared to having to scrape off a bad paint and start over.

And make sure to carefully prep the walls and ceilings and don't steam up the bathroom before the paint has cured (whatever the can says).
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Christopher Nelson Wallcovering and Painting
9 years ago
Aura Bath and Spa for walls and ceilings. Pro mar 200? LOL
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albertbarker
Original Author
9 years ago
Thanks to you both. I was a bit surprised when I looked up the Pro Mar 200.

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