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Super Spec® HP DTMs

Designed to perform as direct to metal and primer finish. Both coats of the product provide rust inhibition for superior rust control.

DTM Alkyd Semi-Gloss

DTM Alkyd Semi-Gloss

Semi-Gloss
(P24)

Choosing an Interior Paint Sheen

Sheen refers to paint’s shininess. When deciding on paint sheen, consider the condition of the wall and whether the area is high/low traffic. Here’s a partial list to get started:

Flat or matte sheen provides great depth of colour and is ideal for less-than-perfect surfaces. 

Eggshell, pearl and satin sheens are light, easy to clean, work great in high traffic areas, and reveal colour with a softly polished glow. 

Semi-Gloss sheens are particularly durable and are often recommended for mouldings and trim.

Choosing an Exterior Paint Sheen

Our super-premium products offer the same durability and washability in all sheens, so the selection of the finish is more of a personal preference. But here are a few things to remember: 

Flat is good at hiding surface imperfections and delivers beautiful colour.

Satin stays cleaner and stands up to abrasion better than Flat.

Semi-Gloss is more moisture resistant and easier to clean.

High-Gloss allows rich, deep colour but magnifies surface imperfections.

Choosing a Stain Finish

Stain opacity levels range from clear to solid, with the amount of pigment in a stain determining its opacity. Translucent, Semi-Transparent, and Semi-Solid stains are designed to protect without completely obscuring the natural colour and texture of wood. As the opacity moves towards solid, less grain shows through the finish. In contrast, solid stains will completely mask the wood grain, while allowing the wood texture to show through, and the greater its protection will be over time. 

What is VOC?

VOC means Volatile Organic Compounds. The paint industry is filled with definitions of what “green paint” is. Other manufacturers use tints that add VOCs to their paints, but Benjamin Moore’s waterborne tinting technology ensures that our paints retain their low- or zero-VOC properties.

  • Dual purpose — primer and finish coat
  • Rust preventative coating
  • Durable semi-gloss finish
  • Unlimited custom tinted colours
  • Interior or exterior application
  • Apply by brush, roller or various spray methods
  • Available Colours: All Colours, Safety White, Safety Black
  • Sheen (or Gloss): Semi-Gloss
  • Cleanup: Solvent
  • Resin Type: Modified Alkyd
  • Recommended Use: Interior, Exterior
  • MPI Rating: 81
  • VOC Range: > 250 g/L
All Purpose Professional Roller Covers
All Purpose Professional Roller Covers

The Benjamin Moore all-purpose roller cover is a money-saving choice for fast, smooth results. The shed-resistant fabric works with all paints, enamels, and primers.

White China Bristle Professional Brushes
White China Bristle Professional Brushes

With their naturally soft tips, Benjamin Moore white China bristle professional paintbrushes virtually eliminate brush marks. They are custom-formulated and recommended for all Benjamin Moore oil-based coatings, and are especially suited for interior woodwork or marine applications.

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