Benjamin moore beacon gray reviews


The Perfect GREY - Picking The Right Shade

By Rowe Spurling Paint Company,

For those of you who have been following the blog or have visited the store, you might by now guess that grey is my favourite colour (I just grey washed our palette wall and ordered grey floors for the showroom). It’s moody, contemporary and goes with anything.  It’s also one of the hardest colours to get right.  If you’ve ever gotten sample after sample you know what I’m talking about.  To make the process a little easier, I’ve put together some tips on helping you pick the perfect shade.

Keeping all that in mind, here are some of my favourite grays with matching pictures from Houzz.  Just keep in mind these may look a little different on your screen so always check the paint swatch first!

Benjamin Moore Stonington Gray HC-170

Most people looking for a grey wall colour are looking for a tone like Benjamin Moore Stonington Gray HC-170.  It’s very neutral (not too cool and not too warm) without a lot of undertones.  It also has great depth and would be a great place to start the colour search.

Benjamin Moore Coventry Gray HC-169

If you’re looking for a deeper version, try it’s neighbor Coventry Gray HC-169.  It’s great for larger spaces or rooms with a good bit of light.  Because it’s a bit darker, it won’t look washed out but will still compliment anything from blue to orange or pink.

Benjamin Moore Gray Owl 2137-60

I cannot say enough great things about Benjamin Moore Gray Owl 2137-60.  It’s a bit on the warm side, goes with practically anything and is light enough for any room in the house.

Benjamin Moore Beacon Gray 2128-60

A cool grey verging on blue Benjamin Moore Beacon Gray 2128-60 looks beautiful next to silver metallic, stainless steel or brushed aluminum finishes.  Since opposites attract, it also makes a great pair with orange!

Benjamin Moore Winter Gray 2117-60

With a hint of violet, Benjamin Moore Winter Gray adds a feminine touch to the bedroom.  It’s great for both adult spaces and kid friendly ones.  In the nursery it will coordinate with almost any bedding, it’s gender neutral enough for both boys and girls and will transition with them as they grow and mature.

Benjamin Moore Edgecomb Gray HC-173

My husband hates the word “greige” but it really is a great description of Benjamin Moore Edgecomb Gray.  It’s warmer than most and while it’s still contemporary, has a warm beige undertone.  For a darker version, try the very popular (and equally as versatile) Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter HC-172.

Benjamin Moore Revere Pewter HC-172

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Incredibly versatile

Experiment in a variety of locations. The specially formulated non-damaging adhesive is repositionable and can even wrap around corners to show contrast between walls.

  1. Wraps around corners
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Benjamin Moore Premium Paints: LEGENDS AND MYTHS

16-06-2020

It's no secret that Benjamin Moore paints are known and respected by professionals in the construction and renovation, architecture and design, decoration and decoration industries. It is also known that Benjamin Moore belong to Premium class paints, this is indicated by the manufacturer in the relevant product annotations. By the way, here's a test for you: find the word "Premium" in the annotations and characteristics of manufacturers of other paints, BUT not in promotional bouquets. It is unlikely that you will succeed, because the paint manufacturer is responsible for this inscription, and you can write anything you want in an advertising booklet. nine0003

In general, there are a lot of rumors, myths and assumptions around Benjamin Moore. All other manufacturers compare themselves to Benjamin Moore in one way or another. Let's figure out together what is true and what is fiction.

This question still comes up in Benjamin Moore showrooms. Our customers are not only professionals in the field of design and renovation, but also ordinary homeowners, sometimes far from the characteristics, compositions and production technologies of coatings. Therefore, what follows is short and accessible about how premium paints differ from ordinary ones. nine0003


Manufacturer's word

First, let's see: what is basically hidden under the Premium characteristic? When is a product truly considered premium, and when is the seller simply manipulating the word to inflate the price of the paint?

The premium product in the paint industry is, first of all, a special composition, characterized by high quality components, as well as innovative technologies that provide characteristics that are not available with conventional paints made in a standard production. nine0003

The manufacturer guarantees and is responsible for the special quality of the premium product and always labels the ethics, for example: Premium, Super Premium or Ultra Premium paint. These positions differ not only in production technology, but also in the amount of pigment that is present in the paints. In this case, the higher the grade, the more pigment in the coating.

Don't count on the special quality or unique characteristics of paints if they are premium only according to the seller. nine0003

Therefore, to ensure that Benjamin Moore branded coatings meet the declared quality, the Company is engaged not only in the production of paints and varnishes, but also in research and development. The Company employs scientists-chemists who are working on improving the composition of paints. It is the innovative component that makes it possible to create wear-resistant coatings that retain color durability, washable, even in a matte degree of gloss, and do not fade under the influence of the sun. Some of the Company's developments are unique and have no analogues among other manufacturers. For example, Gennex 9 proprietary colorant system0024® or patented Color Lock technology ® .

Premium coatings are easy to use, easy to touch up and low odor. Some series are so environmentally friendly that they are allowed to be applied in the presence of children, they are hypoallergenic and harmless to people suffering from serious allergic diseases.

Benjamin Moore is also the color leader. Branded collections combine more than 3500 own shades that cannot be reproduced by other manufacturers. However, branded fans are distinguished not only by wealth, but also by unusualness. For example, Aura's "Color Stories" collection of full-spectrum shades, the colors of which change depending on the lighting. nine0003

These are the highlights. And here is what representatives of the professional community think about this.


Point of view

Maria Namolova,
interior artist

Instagramm: mary_malyar

Premium inks with good color reproduction. They are easier to work with: they are easy to apply, roll out perfectly. No surprises with shades. What I especially like about premium coatings is: eco-friendly composition, texture, smell (pleasant or not), an extensive palette of colors. nine0003

High-quality paint is also felt during operation - this is the durability of the chosen color, and the ability to clean the surface without consequences ... Therefore, it is very important, if possible, not to save on wall coverings.

Anastasia Galimova,
architect
Instagramm: galimovy_design

Unfortunately, visually, the difference between premium and conventional paint becomes noticeable on a fully painted surface, and only live. Not one photo does not convey the velvety, depth of color and saturation of good paint ... nine0003

A person gets the opportunity to truly evaluate the quality of the coating and test its durability only after starting to live with it.

What we can say for sure: none of our clients has yet regretted choosing paints in favor of the premium segment.

“If these are innovative premium coatings, do you need a special professional to apply them? Only the hand of the master can cope with the roller and brush? - we are asked with enviable regularity. But no matter how! The magic of transforming space ( if desired ) You can create your own!


Manufacturer's word

One of the important advantages of premium coatings is their ease of application. Anyone who follows the application guidelines of the Benjamin Moore Company will achieve the desired result.

In addition, especially for those who have never held a painting tool in their hands, the Company has developed Ben coating, which is easy to apply: it does not splatter and rolls well. Of course, there are different situations, but as practice shows, even those who have never encountered painting art successfully cope with applying Completely Different Paints! nine0003

To prove our point, we asked one of our customers, who is completely unrelated to design and refurbishment, to share his experience with Super Premium Aura Series.


Point of view

Daria Fedorova,
cardiologist
( NO! Artist in the soul )

I recently decided to paint my kitchen apron. I chose Aura Bath&Spa and Benjamin Moore's Fresh Start primer. Only one wall needed to be painted, so I did not turn to a professional for help, but took up the work myself. In fact, I had some concerns, but still decided to take a chance and did not regret it! nine0003

I have no experience in painting walls from the word “absolutely”, so I tried to delve into the intricacies of the process as much as possible: I studied the annotations, watched the video of application instructions.

In fact, everything turned out to be much simpler than expected. First, I wiped the surface with a damp cloth - everything is clear here)).

Then the primer (Life hack from consultant Benjamin Moore: initially I had a white surface and I was recommended to add a couple of drops of paint to the primer to see which part of the wall I had already painted and which not), waited a few hours. Then the most creative stage of the process began - applying the paint itself. nine0003

When I figured out the first layer, I saw some "gaps", but I was not upset, because I was warned that this was just an intermediate result. And so it turned out! The second layer fixed everything, I got a beautiful even slightly velvety color, which I wanted. In general, the result is very satisfied! I recommend everyone not to be afraid and take up the brush yourself, because it's a great pleasure to change the interior with your own hands!

The inquisitive mind and mentality of a Russian person very often leads to the fact that he is not interested in any kind of instructions and recommendations. In this section, we'll look at two of the most common inking mistakes. nine0003


ERROR ONE

Which is often done by those who are used to working with budget coatings - diluting paints with plain water. Be careful: when working with Benjamin Moore products, this action can lead to fatal consequences, up to the need to completely repaint the space.


Manufacturer's word

Benjamin Moore's signature coatings are balanced formulas formulated by a team of chemists. nine0003

If you expect to get the results that the manufacturer says: color, visual component and performance, it is important to follow the application rules.

This means: do not experiment and dilute the composition with water! If you need to dilute the paint (in some cases for mechanized application) or extend the drying time, Benjamin Moore has a special Premium quality water-based Extender in its range.

ERROR SECOND

It usually sounds like this: “ This is a high opacity self-priming paint… Let's do without a primer! "or like this:" We had some kind of primer ... I don’t remember the manufacturer, but I think this paint will make friends with him! ".


Manufacturer's word

Primer is an important part of the entire painting process. It provides not only good adhesion, but also creates a homogeneous substrate, prepares the surface for applying the finish coat. nine0003

Primer and paint work as one system to ensure that branded coatings perform as advertised and you get the results you expect.

Referring to the "self-priming" specification in the annotations, it means that when the surface is repainted with Benjamin Moore paint (unless a significant change in color is required), any of the Company's branded top coats can be applied without the use of a primer.

Application technology - is it just a "formality" or a key point that affects the final result? Below is a professional opinion. nine0003


View point

Ivan Kuvshinov

“Is it possible to paint without primer? Working against the rules? Everything is possible, but the chance that you will not be able to make beautifully - immediately increases significantly. A real master with vast experience, of course, will cope with “unexpected” situations, but it is important to immediately determine: do you personally need such experiments? Most people want to get guaranteed good results, and for this it is better to minimize the risks. It's really not hard to do - just follow the instructions." nine0003

Only in fairy tales can paint paint walls on its own. Any other, even premium, you will have to apply with a roller and brush. And here it is important not only to choose the right tool, but also to be demanding about its quality. The right tool will not only simplify the coloring process itself, but also greatly increase the chances of getting really impressive results.


Manufacturer's word

Benjamin Moore does not manufacture staining instruments in-house. But we have a partner whose quality of tools meets all the requirements for applying premium brand products. nine0003

Universally shaped roller and brush heads are made from high quality bristles that do not flake and provide optimum paint grip and smooth application. These are durable tools that allow you to carry out painting work more efficiently and at the highest level.


Point of view

Maria Namolova,
interior artist

Instagramm: mary_malyar

A self-respecting professional chooses a quality tool: an artist - brushes, a painter - a roller. A good tool will not only help you do the job better, more gracefully, faster, it is more reliable, it will last you much longer than its cheap comrades.

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architects and designers in self-isolation

Quarantine continues in Russia, The Benjamin Moore team contacted their partners - designers and architects from different parts of our country to find out how the lockdown has affected their work.

We also invited them to share their tips with those who decide to take the opportunity to renovate the space while everyone stays at home.

So, professionals in the architectural and design community answered Benjamin Moore's three questions:

    • Productive work in self-isolation? Is it possible?
    • Design tip: color options for those who are renovating the interior in self-isolation.
    • If you decided to change the color of the walls in your house today, where would you start? Here's what happened.

No time to worry, you need to adapt!
Work moves even faster during self-isolation! Although I slipped away to a village 500 km from Moscow, I managed to stock up on new projects for the quarantine period for my team. Now, for example, we are working on an unusual for us project of a bath complex with a swimming pool for a customer who has already made a house project. Architectural supervision of the objects is carried out online, although I do not welcome this, the main acceptance of works is postponed until May. All materials that can be bought via the Internet - we buy, where you need a choice of colors, we order at home, suppliers bring them without any problems. I believe that there is no time to once again worry about some kind of discomfort, you need to adapt to the circumstances! nine0003

Designer's choice: a color like a vitamin of energy
Color solutions for those in self-isolation? Ahaha!!! It is worth paying attention to those colors that you never had. This is exactly the vitamin of cheerfulness and surprise that will help you breathe in fresh air with ease!

Color everything and everyone!
I repainted all the walls next to the workplace and the ceiling, it's a must to look up "to the sky" to get the maximum color boost!!! Then, if you are in the mood, look at the bedroom and ... the kitchen. If there is a lot of energy, do not limit yourself ... you also have an entrance. nine0013 Design Bureau of Alena Gorskaya
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Online approvals, well-coordinated team and reliable suppliers: the key to remote work success
- It so happened that at the moment, we already have extensive experience in remote work on projects throughout Russia. Conducting negotiations and meetings online with Clients is not new for us, and for this we use all available modern means of communication and remote work, up to conducting joint mindmaps with the Client on cloud services. nine0003

Absolutely remote architectural supervision has its own difficulties, which, however, can be overcome if the performers of the work are part of a well-coordinated team. In today's environment, it is also extremely important to have proven performers and associates in the face of experienced assemblers, builders and suppliers. We have reliable partners: finishing materials, furniture, lighting - companies whose services we can offer and be sure of the result.

Designers choice: GRAY… in all its forms
- Perhaps our answer will be paradoxical and not obvious, but in our opinion the best color for interior renovation is gray.
Firstly, it has many faces, with proper selection of saturation, this color alone can completely change the space, visually pushing its boundaries and making it more comfortable.
Secondly, this is the only color that will change with the lighting. It will be colder and more ringing in the daylight selling out the window, and velvety warm when you turn on the artificial lighting. nine0013 And the most important advantage of the right gray is that it acts as an ideal background for creating the brightest color accents. If one day you decide to change decor or furniture, your gray walls will remain a canvas for the realization of your wildest fantasies.

Looking for answers: beautiful background or COLOR?
Repaint walls in self-isolation? Yes, this is a great idea! This is both physical activity and creativity, and a good way to update and refresh your living space.
It's worth starting with the answer to the question: what exactly do you want to get as a result? Make a beautiful backdrop or use walls to bring COLOR to your space? nine0013 Bright accents on a neutral background are relevant today. For example, a tropical garden, on one of the walls or perky color blocks. In any case, do not miss the opportunity to refresh the interior while you are forced to stay at home).
instagram: galimovy_design

Today, speed is not a guarantee of success... Quality is the result, and this is the main thing
the work of his workshop, switching to a remote mode. In order not to suffer the design process, computer equipment was transported to the house to the visualizer. We try to make all measurements as safe as possible: these are not only individual protective measures, but also a respectful attitude to the perception of this situation by other people. Conventionally, if the customer asks me to put on two pairs of gloves or change masks when communicating every 20 minutes, I will always go forward. nine0013 Plans are coordinated online. Of course, the speed of such a workflow is much lower, however, now the time has come when speed is not the key to success. Quality as a result, that's what matters. Of course, remote architectural supervision has its own difficulties, which, in other matters, can be overcome if the performers of the work are part of a well-coordinated team.

Designer's Choice: Neutral Color Solutions
I'm going to take the liberty of suggesting that the conditions of self-isolation will greatly affect the psychological state of people, so I would suggest the most neutral color solutions. Soothing. By the way, this requirement directly meets the pink color (although I don’t like to name colors, where it’s better to paint them). Green, and all shades of white will also come in handy. Any flashy and even deep and rich tones that I love so much, I would not recommend. It is much better to change the mood by integrating art into the interior or introducing additional color with textiles. nine0003

To a new world with a new interior
Having isolated themselves from society and finally “coming home” for a long time (and not for dinner and breakfast), people finally begin to look closely at their own home, begin to crave changes in the interior that have been put off for a long time "next vacation" This is natural.
I think that repainting the walls in a nursery or bedroom is much better than starting to paint pictures without having an art education. It's easy and the result will not keep you waiting. As soon as we all return to normal life, albeit in a new world, everyone who decides to change today will thank himself and will not reflect that he spent this time in vain. nine0003

Designer's Choice: Colors of Spring
Surround yourself with natural and soothing hues at the moment... But don't forget that bright accents of yellow and green add a cheerful mood that we all miss so much. Colors that can refresh the space, breathe positive into it and fill it with the colors of spring: Sherwood Green HC-118, Lemon Twist 394, Flamingo Orange 075 (Colors from the Benjamin Moore collections).
Try it and who knows what will inspire you with such a change? nine0003

Home today: office, restaurant, fitness room…
It's time to rethink our space, think about what Home is in the broadest sense of the word. Home is like an office. A home is like a restaurant, a fitness room or a playground… It is very important that this place is not only multifunctional, comfortable for any activity, but also cozy and pleasing to the eye. Of course, no one urges you to start a major overhaul, but changing color schemes, thereby zoning the space, is the best and not time-consuming option. nine0013 www.saparova.ru

Strength test?
I see lockdown as an opportunity to grow. Firstly, because the current situation tests strength, allows you to hone your skills. Author's supervision and equipment is carried out remotely. This requires the ability to assess the situation, anticipate problem areas, and formulate information into clear, understandable instructions.
The second point that I noticed is a more conscious approach of people to the issue of home improvement. Often in the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it is difficult for clients to allocate enough time for this, sit down and calmly prioritize space. Now they more accurately formulate their ideas, which we translate into the desired result. nine0003

Designer's Choice:
I'm a big advocate of not being too trendy when choosing a color for your home. Yes, they are a source of inspiration, but each of us has an individual perception of color. Your wardrobe can be a great clue in this. It is here that there are exactly those shades, surrounded by which you will live comfortably.
In addition, the functionality of paint manufacturers' websites today allows you to see any color in your space online (for example, Color Portfolio.) Order some test samples and do some home painting. Live with them for a few days and don't be afraid of color!

Your interior is your story
If you are just thinking about renovating your interior, I recommend not limiting yourself to just one question “What color should I paint the walls in?”, think more globally. What inspires you? Interestingly? What story will your interior tell the guest? Are you a traveler and do you have a lot of photos? Let's make the gallery on one of the walls painted, for example, deep green, the center of the story?! And then it's a matter of technique: we choose color combinations and support them in textiles and accessories.


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