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benjamin moore grades

12 years ago

im a first time home buyer and just bought a short sale, it's not to old and hasn't been painted since it was new. I really like benjamin moores colors but i dont wanna pay $70 a gallon for their top of the line, however they have a lower line thats $36 a gallon which is about where id like to be. im just curious what the difference really is between them? i plan to prime the walls first

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unwantedadvice
12 years ago
I don't see a need to spend $70 on a gallon of paint especially if you have a lot of painting to do. And just a tip, if you are painting a lot of the same color, buy the five gallon container as it will save money.
hatetoshop
12 years ago
Ask friends and family to recommend other, less expensive, paint/store brands, then take the BM paint chip to that paint/hardware store, and have them match it.
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dclostboy
12 years ago
Benjamin Moore has great coverage (usually needing only one coat). The more expensive grades are Low VOC, which has less "smell" in the room after painting. With the less expensive ones, it's there longer, but does go away as the paint dries. Not a complete explanation, but a simple one.

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