I just used this to repaint our bathroom. It is wild how much it looks like Regal matte, but cleans like like eggshell. We’ll see how it does in terms of durability and results long term.
Thank you. Very informative. I used Benjamin Moore Regal for the last Reno about $60-65 in NYC 5 years ago. After watching your video I wanted to check Sherwin Williams duration - $85 in FL.
Why do you use matte finish for a bathroom? You mentioned that you prefer SW Duration in matte. I'm about to repaint my bathroom and every article indicates that I should be going with satin or semi-gloss for durability and resistance to trapping mold spores. I do think that matte looks nicer... is that the reason you choose it?
Using a higher sheen paint like satin or semi-gloss use to be the only options back in the day. The paint relied on the sheen to resist moisture and mold. With todays specialty paints that have mold moisture resistance built into the formulations like Benjamin Moore’s Bath and Spa or the Duration line from Sherwin Williams, you have other options. Benjamin Moore’s Bath and Spa paint only comes in a matte finish. You’ve got more options with Duration. I prefer the Duration Matte on the walls and ceiling. It’s really more of an eggshell finish and it holds up really well. If your bathroom has poor ventilation then you may want to consider going with Duration satin.
@@SuperVassarBrothers Thanks for the quick and detailed reply. I just watched your other video where you go into finishes and that matches what you said here (it was a good video, btw).
The place I’m living right now has a super glossy, near plastic looking coating on all the walls in the bathroom. It’s absolutely amazing for moisture. There is no fan in the bathroom and I have had 0 issues with mildew growth. In the summer I tend to leave the small window open but 7-8 months out of the year it stays closed during my hot hot showers. I wish I knew what product was used.
The price has gone up quite a bit since this video. Ace hardware is charging $85 an gallon for this last I checked. This is making Sherwin Williams Duration look all the more reasonable with the current 30% off sale.
Yeah, all of our prices have gone up for all the paints that we buy. You might be able to find a better deal at a Benjamin Moore store, but that's not too far off from what we're paying right now. You should be able to find Duration for around $50ish a gallon, particularly if you find it on sale. Good luck!
Redoing my bathroom and been going between BM and SW and think I'll go with SW. I usually go with something from Home Depot, but due to the moisture issues, I prefer something that can stand up. Plus I only need a gallon and there is no trim to deal with and only one color so the cost difference is not worth the gamble. I'm normally and eggshell guy but matte will be fine since it is a small room anyway. Thanks for the great reviews on both products.
The website is not reflective of what you’d pay in a store. Paint pricing is weird. Right now you can get this product for about $70-$85 depending on whether or not you get a store discount.
I have literally no interest in painting anything. I was a project manager for a general contractor at one time in my career but it wasn't for me. So why am i watching a paint review, you ask? I have no idea. But I love it. Thank you guys for the awesome content! I'm sure it's a great resource for professionals, aspiring professionals, and DIYers alike, but I just find it to be quality, entertaining content that I can enjoy while hopefully learning a thing or two along the way! Keep it up!
You can, but that paint might wear down or flake faster if it doesn't have moisture blocker. Also it depends on how much moisture your bathroom has after a shower. We like Duration matte from Sherwin Williams. We did a video on that one as well. th-cam.com/video/SGFB1n0ID7c/w-d-xo.html Good luck!
Thanks for getting back. I didn’t frame my question very well! Which would hold up better in a steamy bathroom, in your opinion: BM Aurora Bath and Spa (matte) or BM Aurora Semi-Gloss?
hi, I am looking for a matte wall paint for a steamy bathroom--which paint would you suggest? I thought this might be a good one, as we do have the sweaty walls. I will upgrade our fan, but I don't know of another good matte that will wipe clean. any thoughts? thanks for the video! all good points. too bad it's not more self-leveling.
Our favorite bath paint for walls and ceilings is Sherwin Williams Duration matte. We love the paint, its finish, durability, moisture resistance, and how cleanable it is. Here is a review we did of it. Good luck Lauren! th-cam.com/video/SGFB1n0ID7c/w-d-xo.html
I would not recommend doing that. Those are two different products with two different sheens. Mixing them will probably not accomplish what you’re going for.
Hi Kostas, I wouldn't recommend it to paint kitchen cabinets. The Advance satin or Advance semi gloss is what a lot of contractors like for kitchen cabinets. Good luck!
Bath and Spa only comes in a matte finish. It has moisture and mold blocking agents built into it so it’s meant to hold up well in a high moisture environment. The same is true of Duration and Emerald from Sherwin Williams. We use the matte finish in those as well in bathrooms.
@@SuperVassarBrothers Man, if that is true, it's amazing sometimes how far we have come with technologies; however, it seems that matte finish would allow water to penetrate into the drywall and its seems over the shower causing some major issues.
I just used this to repaint our bathroom. It is wild how much it looks like Regal matte, but cleans like like eggshell. We’ll see how it does in terms of durability and results long term.
It’s a pretty solid bathroom paint. I hope it holds up well for you!
@@SuperVassarBrothers It had better - it was EXTREMELY expensive!
Thank you. Very informative.
I used Benjamin Moore Regal for the last Reno about $60-65 in NYC 5 years ago.
After watching your video I wanted to check Sherwin Williams duration - $85 in FL.
$85 is a bit much for Duration, but our prices have been going up too 😔. I'd keep an eye out for a good sale, then stock up on what you need.
@@SuperVassarBrothers thank you very much for a quick response.
Will wait for the sales :)
This was really helpful! Thanks. It didn't even occur to me to use different paint on the ceiling in a bathroom 🤦🏻♀️
Happy to help Sarah. Thanks for the feedback.
Why do you use matte finish for a bathroom? You mentioned that you prefer SW Duration in matte. I'm about to repaint my bathroom and every article indicates that I should be going with satin or semi-gloss for durability and resistance to trapping mold spores. I do think that matte looks nicer... is that the reason you choose it?
Using a higher sheen paint like satin or semi-gloss use to be the only options back in the day. The paint relied on the sheen to resist moisture and mold. With todays specialty paints that have mold moisture resistance built into the formulations like Benjamin Moore’s Bath and Spa or the Duration line from Sherwin Williams, you have other options. Benjamin Moore’s Bath and Spa paint only comes in a matte finish. You’ve got more options with Duration. I prefer the Duration Matte on the walls and ceiling. It’s really more of an eggshell finish and it holds up really well. If your bathroom has poor ventilation then you may want to consider going with Duration satin.
@@SuperVassarBrothers Thanks for the quick and detailed reply. I just watched your other video where you go into finishes and that matches what you said here (it was a good video, btw).
We used SW SuperPaint in a satin finish previously. We had terrible issues with water streaking/leaching. How do you prevent leaching streaks?
The place I’m living right now has a super glossy, near plastic looking coating on all the walls in the bathroom. It’s absolutely amazing for moisture. There is no fan in the bathroom and I have had 0 issues with mildew growth. In the summer I tend to leave the small window open but 7-8 months out of the year it stays closed during my hot hot showers. I wish I knew what product was used.
It’s likely a semi-gloss or even a gloss paint. They generally hold up well, but it’s not the finish that most folks want in their bathroom.
@@SuperVassarBrothers yeah the sheen is more than I prefer but I do love how easily it cleans. Thank you!
The price has gone up quite a bit since this video. Ace hardware is charging $85 an gallon for this last I checked. This is making Sherwin Williams Duration look all the more reasonable with the current 30% off sale.
Yeah, all of our prices have gone up for all the paints that we buy. You might be able to find a better deal at a Benjamin Moore store, but that's not too far off from what we're paying right now. You should be able to find Duration for around $50ish a gallon, particularly if you find it on sale. Good luck!
Redoing my bathroom and been going between BM and SW and think I'll go with SW. I usually go with something from Home Depot, but due to the moisture issues, I prefer something that can stand up. Plus I only need a gallon and there is no trim to deal with and only one color so the cost difference is not worth the gamble. I'm normally and eggshell guy but matte will be fine since it is a small room anyway. Thanks for the great reviews on both products.
I'm glad it was helpful. Happy painting!
This is an amazing product, love it. I’m a professional painter and get perfect results.
It still remains to be a solid performer.
Currently as of April 6, 2023 the cost per gallon of this paint on their site is $98.99.
The website is not reflective of what you’d pay in a store. Paint pricing is weird. Right now you can get this product for about $70-$85 depending on whether or not you get a store discount.
I have literally no interest in painting anything. I was a project manager for a general contractor at one time in my career but it wasn't for me. So why am i watching a paint review, you ask? I have no idea. But I love it. Thank you guys for the awesome content! I'm sure it's a great resource for professionals, aspiring professionals, and DIYers alike, but I just find it to be quality, entertaining content that I can enjoy while hopefully learning a thing or two along the way! Keep it up!
Hahaha, thank you very much for the comment and the views. We've got a lot more content in the works! Thanks again for watching!
Guilty of not running the fan when I shower..ty for the reminder
The fan is your friend Jenny :)
If I’m going with satin or, perhaps better, semi gloss, can I just use another high-quality paint from Benjamin Moore?
You can, but that paint might wear down or flake faster if it doesn't have moisture blocker. Also it depends on how much moisture your bathroom has after a shower. We like Duration matte from Sherwin Williams. We did a video on that one as well. th-cam.com/video/SGFB1n0ID7c/w-d-xo.html Good luck!
Thanks for getting back. I didn’t frame my question very well! Which would hold up better in a steamy bathroom, in your opinion: BM Aurora Bath and Spa (matte) or BM Aurora Semi-Gloss?
hi, I am looking for a matte wall paint for a steamy bathroom--which paint would you suggest? I thought this might be a good one, as we do have the sweaty walls. I will upgrade our fan, but I don't know of another good matte that will wipe clean. any thoughts? thanks for the video! all good points. too bad it's not more self-leveling.
Our favorite bath paint for walls and ceilings is Sherwin Williams Duration matte. We love the paint, its finish, durability, moisture resistance, and how cleanable it is. Here is a review we did of it. Good luck Lauren! th-cam.com/video/SGFB1n0ID7c/w-d-xo.html
Can you mix Benjamin Moore kitchen and bath with Benjamin Moore Matt paint. Ann Ryder
I would not recommend doing that. Those are two different products with two different sheens. Mixing them will probably not accomplish what you’re going for.
Is Duration matte good if no fan ? Live in small NYC apartment so no fans
You may want to bump up to Duration Satin for the walls and ceiling. That will give you a bit more durability than the matte.
Can i paint cabinet of my kitchen with that product ?
Hi Kostas, I wouldn't recommend it to paint kitchen cabinets. The Advance satin or Advance semi gloss is what a lot of contractors like for kitchen cabinets. Good luck!
$35 at ACE hardware, just bought it tonight.
That’s a good deal my friend. Someone commented the other day that they paid $85 for it
Couldn’t you use an eggshell or satin which is more durable than a matte finish?
We would love to try an eggshell, but this paint only comes in matte. Which makes the decision process easy when it comes to sheens :)
@@SuperVassarBrothers According to SW website, choices are: Flat, Satin, Matte and Semi-Gloss Is Satin too glossy?
Do I need to use a primer first before painting my shower ceiling with this Spa & Bath paint????
If it’s been previously painted then no you don’t need to use primer. If it’s new drywall then yes you do need to prime.
Can it be used in the kitchen?
You can, but there are other options that I would pick over it. Regal Select eggshell would do great in a kitchen. Good luck with your project!
In Canada Aura is $110 plus 15% sales tax
Yikes 😬
Have you eaten at McDonald’s lately.talk about prices 😢😢😢😢😢😢😢
This video is a few years old. I’m sure bath and spa is even pricier now.
Let your cut-ins dry before you roll with BM.
That’s especially true with the newer formulations of regal. I’m not a fan of how finicky that product has become
$95 now 3/2024
How delightful 😔
I prefer Benjamin Moore kitchen and bath.
I am not sure I've ever tried that product. I'm going to add it to my list of products to try. Thanks for the comment!
Краска очень плохая , никому не советую ! Ложиться пятнами !!!
Sorry don't speak that language. I'm assuming you are saying wonderful things about the video :)
Dude Get on with it. lol.
This is an older video so I’m guessing it’s taking me a while to get to the point. All I can say is, the more recent videos are better 🤷♂️
Why are you using matte on a bathroom ceiling? Are you saying to put matte over a shower?
Bath and Spa only comes in a matte finish. It has moisture and mold blocking agents built into it so it’s meant to hold up well in a high moisture environment. The same is true of Duration and Emerald from Sherwin Williams. We use the matte finish in those as well in bathrooms.
@@SuperVassarBrothers Man, if that is true, it's amazing sometimes how far we have come with technologies; however, it seems that matte finish would allow water to penetrate into the drywall and its seems over the shower causing some major issues.