I'm thinking of doing some accent walls in my home with one of these colors, I know it's been talked about before but where is a good place to go to get these colors? I think you all said some places are better then others. Thanks.
Whatever color you pick, get it in Benjamin Moore Aura. Low VOC (meaning almost no smell), goes on like butter, covers in one coat. Love. It. Their Polished Nickel is my favorite grey.
Aimee J. replied:
I am also a fan of Benjamin Moore low VOC paint.
Danny D. replied:
Benjamin Moore's low voc AURA paint is the best paint I've ever used!!! And they usually have in the computer system behr and sw colors that they can make in the premium Benjamin Moore paint.
Gordon M. replied:
My previous comment about being a fan of Behr still holds, but i am a fan of Benjamin Moore Aura paint as well. The low VOC is handy. But the price can be a sticking point. Also depends if you have a Benjamin Moore paint store in your area. The closest one to me is 30 miles away. Whereas i have a Home Depot 2 miles away.
Philip T. replied:
Most any color can be produced in most any paint. A color can be mixed from a known formula or a color match. For a color match one needs a sample the size of a quarter. Although this is done with a machine, the individual using the machine can make ad justments. So, pick him wisely. Most stores will keep a file of your colors in their computers for when you want to touch up. Benjamin Moore appears to have the best color selection of their own. Many stores do not have all of their chips, though. So ask about that. I do not know about low fume paints but they make the most true egg shell which is the sheen between flat and satin. The flatter the paint the easier it is to touch up but the harder it is to clean, so the egg shell is the best compromise and is a beautiful finish. They also make their interior paints in oil base which is the best finish on wood, especially if it has never had water base on it.
Danny D. replied:
Benjamin Moore also has a washable Matte (the sheen between flat and egg shell) in their Aura line that is most amazing too!
Colleen S. replied:
I love Benjamin Moore, especially their whites, but I've had good luck with plain Dutch Boy, too.
Scott B. replied:
I have to say, Valspar Reserve is NO VOC and hands down the best paint I have ever put up. The Hydrochroma technology uses different pigments and the colors are amazing, as is durability. Available at any Lowe's. I am a Benjamin Moore convert... (P.S. Kwal paint sucks)
Beth K. replied:
I found this when searching colors for our house. It lists corresponding Benjamin Moore shades.
Beth K. replied:
(You can also color match if you don't want Benjamin Moore paint)
Will be living in town by next Friday - could anyone let me know about reputable flooring people - who you've used and what you're experience with them was?? - need to have wood floors sanded and refinished and local painting contractors - same thing you're experience and quality of finished job - thanks in advance
Kimmie M. replied:
Call Benjamin Moore, 250-720-0030 they can line you up with floor installers, flooring, paint and painters and custom blinds. As well as interior decorating