Benjamin Moore Aura Bath & Spa · Bathroom paint & primer
Matte that handles steam.
Made for bathrooms.
Aura Bath & Spa is Benjamin Moore's premium bathroom paint. A soft matte finish built for humid rooms, a mildew-resistant coating and Colour Lock technology for rich colour that won't rub off. Zero VOC, low odour, and tinted to order in any Benjamin Moore colour.
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Aura Bath & Spa Matte Bathroom Paint & Primer
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Benjamin Moore Aura Bath & Spa Matte Bathroom Paint & Primer
Aura Bath & Spa (K532) is Benjamin Moore's premium bathroom paint, a waterborne paint and primer made for high-humidity rooms like bathrooms, en-suites and saunas. It gives you a soft matte finish where you'd normally need satin or semi-gloss, with a mildew-resistant coating, Colour Lock technology and zero VOC.
Key Features
- Made for humidity: a matte finish that keeps its look in steamy bathrooms.
- Mildew-resistant coating: antimicrobial additives inhibit mould and mildew growth on the paint film.
- Colour Lock technology: rich colour with no rub-off when you wipe the walls.
- High hide: fewer coats, self-priming on most surfaces.
- Zero VOC (0 g/L), low odour, 100% acrylic, soap-and-water clean-up.
Where to Use It
Bathroom walls and ceilings, en-suites, powder rooms and saunas, over new or previously painted drywall, plaster, masonry and wood, and primed or previously painted metal. Interior use only. Apply at 10–32 °C. Not a waterproof coating for surfaces sprayed directly with water.
Sizes and Colours
Matte finish in 946 mL and 3.79 L. Tinted to any Benjamin Moore colour, including Color Stories, and we can match colours from other brands. For the rest of the house, see Aura Interior or Regal Select.
Specs & Coverage
| Type | Waterborne interior paint and primer, 100% acrylic |
| Finish | Matte (3–4.5 @ 85°) |
| Coverage | 350–400 sq ft (32.5–37.2 m²) per 3.79 L. About 90–100 sq ft per 946 mL |
| Coats | 2 recommended (2 on bare surfaces, 1 or 2 over existing paint) |
| Dry time (25 °C, 50% RH) | Touch: 1 hour. Recoat: 1 hour. Full use: 24 hours. Washable after 2 weeks |
| VOC | 0 g/L |
| Volume solids | 44.7% ± 2 |
| Application | Brush, roller or airless spray (0.013–0.017 tip, 1,500–2,500 PSI) |
| Thinning | Not normally needed. Max 236 mL water or K518 Extender per 3.79 L |
| Clean-up | Warm soapy water. Mineral spirits rinse for spray equipment |
| Certifications | Green Seal GS-11, CDPH emissions, LEED v4 eligible, Green Promise |
Application Guide
- Wash the walls to remove soap residue, surfactant stains and mildew, then let them dry.
- Repair and dull: scrape loose paint, sand edges smooth, dull glossy areas and remove sanding dust.
- Prime where needed: self-priming on drywall, plaster and wood. Use Fresh Start High-Hiding All Purpose Primer over heavy surfactant stains and bleeding woods, and a metal primer on bare metal.
- Cut in, then roll, keeping a wet edge.
- Second coat after 1 hour.
- Wait 24 hours before showering and 2 weeks before washing.
FAQ
1Is a matte finish OK in a bathroom?
With Aura Bath & Spa, yes. It's made to keep a matte finish in high-humidity rooms, with a mildew-resistant coating.
2How much do I need for a bathroom?
A 3.79 L can covers 350–400 sq ft per coat. A 5 × 8 ft bathroom with 8 ft ceilings takes about one 3.79 L plus a 946 mL for two coats, or one 3.79 L with tile on part of the walls.
3How soon can I shower?
Recoat after 1 hour. Wait at least 24 hours before showering and 2 weeks before washing the walls.
Canada Shipping
- Enjoy free shipping in Canada on orders over $249. Yukon, NWT, Nunavut not included.
Winter Shipping:
- From December to April, shipping outside of Ontario and Quebec is limited.
- Returns accepted within 35 days from the date of delivery.
- Custom tinted paints are classified as Final Sale items and are not eligible for return or store credit.
Why Bath & Spa
A matte finish your bathroom can live with.
Most bathroom paints need a satin or semi-gloss sheen to cope with steam. Bath & Spa gives you the soft, low-glare look of matte, made for humid rooms.
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Built for humidity
Formulated for high-humidity rooms like bathrooms, en-suites and saunas, so the matte finish keeps its look through daily showers.
02
Mildew-resistant coating
Antimicrobial additives inhibit mould and mildew growth on the paint film. Run the fan when you shower for the best results.
03
Colour that stays
Colour Lock technology means no colour rub-off when you wipe the walls, with high hide for fewer coats. Zero VOC and low odour.
Use it on bathroom walls and ceilings over drywall, plaster, masonry, wood and primed metal. It's a matte finish only, in 946 mL and 3.79 L.
Paint calculator
How much do I need?
Enter your bathroom size. We'll work out the cans, using 350 sq ft per 3.79 L, the low end of Benjamin Moore's coverage so you don't run short.
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Tile on part of the wall? Set the height to where the tile stops. Benjamin Moore recommends two coats for full colour. Doors count as 20 sq ft and windows as 15 sq ft.
Colour ideas
Start with the favourites.
Browse by colour family. Tap a colour to use it for your order, or search every Benjamin Moore colour, including Color Stories, in the box above Add to cart.
Screen colours are a guide. Try a colour sample on your wall before you buy, or get a designer's help with a Virtual Colour Consultation.
Compare
Bath & Spa, Aura or Regal Select?
Better · our best seller
Regal Select
- Best for
- Family bathrooms where you're happy with a little sheen.
- What you get
- Stain release, so marks wash off with soap and water. Scrubbable and mildew resistant.
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Best · the rest of the house
Aura Interior
- Best for
- Living rooms, bedrooms, kitchens and trim, in four finishes.
- What you get
- The same Colour Lock technology for deep, fade-resistant colour, with excellent hide in one or two coats.
- From
Best for bathrooms
Aura Bath & Spa
- Best for
- Bathrooms, en-suites and other steamy rooms where you want a matte look.
- What you get
- A matte finish built for humidity, a mildew-resistant coating and Colour Lock. Zero VOC.
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Specs
The details.
| Type | Waterborne interior paint and primer, 100% acrylic |
|---|---|
| Finish | Matte (3–4.5 @ 85°) |
| Coverage | 350–400 sq ft per 3.79 L. About 90–100 sq ft per 946 mL |
| Coats | 2 recommended. 2 on bare surfaces, 1 or 2 over existing paint |
| Dry time | Touch 1 hour. Recoat 1 hour. Full use after 24 hours. Washable after 2 weeks |
| VOC | 0 g/L (zero VOC) |
| Apply at | 10–32 °C (50–90 °F) |
| Apply with | Brush, roller or airless spray (0.013–0.017 tip) |
| Clean-up | Warm soapy water. Mineral spirits rinse for spray equipment |
| Certified | Green Seal GS-11, CDPH emissions, LEED v4 eligible, Benjamin Moore Green Promise |
How to apply
Get a pro finish.
- Wash the walls. Remove soap residue, brown or sticky surfactant stains and any mildew, then let the walls dry.
- Repair and dull. Scrape loose paint, sand edges smooth, dull glossy areas and wipe off sanding dust.
- Prime where needed. It's self-priming on drywall, plaster and wood. Use Fresh Start primer over heavy surfactant stains and bleeding woods, and a metal primer on bare metal.
- Cut in, then roll and keep a wet edge. Aura dries fast.
- Second coat after 1 hour.
- Wait 24 hours before showering, and 2 weeks before washing the walls.
FAQ
Questions, answered.
Why use Bath & Spa instead of regular paint?
Bath & Spa is made for high-humidity rooms. It has a mildew-resistant coating and keeps a matte finish in a steamy bathroom, where you'd normally need a satin or semi-gloss paint.
Is a matte finish OK in a bathroom?
With Bath & Spa, yes. That's what it's designed for. Matte also hides wall imperfections better than shinier finishes.
How much paint do I need for a bathroom?
A 3.79 L can covers 350–400 sq ft per coat. A 5 × 8 ft bathroom with 8 ft ceilings has about 190 sq ft of wall after the door, so two coats take about one 3.79 L can plus a 946 mL. With tile on part of the walls, one 3.79 L is often enough. Use the paint calculator above for your room.
Can I use it on the ceiling?
Yes. The ceiling takes a lot of the steam in a bathroom, so it's a good place for Bath & Spa. Tick "Paint the ceiling too" in the calculator.
Can I use it inside the shower?
It's made for bathroom walls and ceilings that get steam and humidity. It's paint, not a waterproof coating, so it isn't meant for surfaces sprayed directly with water, like inside a shower enclosure. Ask us if you're not sure.
Will it stop mould and mildew?
It provides a mildew-resistant coating that inhibits growth on the paint film. Clean off any existing mildew before painting, and run the bathroom fan when you shower for the best results.
Do I need a primer?
Usually not. It's self-priming on most surfaces. Bare surfaces need two coats. Over heavy surfactant stains or bleeding woods like cedar, prime with Fresh Start High-Hiding All Purpose Primer first.
How soon can I use the shower?
It's dry to the touch and ready for a second coat in 1 hour. Wait at least 24 hours before showering, and 2 weeks before washing the walls. Cool, humid air slows drying.
Can I get it in any colour?
Yes. Search any Benjamin Moore colour, including Color Stories, in the colour box above Add to cart. We can also match colours from other brands. Paint tinted to your colour is made to order, so it's final sale.
Do you ship, or can I pick up?
We ship across Canada, free on most orders over $249. Pick-up is free at our Rockwood Village store, 1292 Eglinton Ave. E, Mississauga, and most orders are ready within 4 hours.
Ready to refresh your bathroom?
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