Benjamin Moore Aura Exterior · 100% acrylic
Curb appeal that lasts.
Colour that won't fade.
Aura Exterior is Benjamin Moore's ultimate exterior paint. Colour Lock technology keeps colours rich and fade resistant through rain, snow, wind and UV. It's self-priming on most surfaces, resists dirt pick-up and blistering, goes on down to 1.7 °C, and comes with a limited lifetime warranty.
1.7 °Cminimum application temp
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Benjamin Moore Aura Exterior Paint
Aura Exterior is Benjamin Moore's ultimate exterior paint, a super premium 100% acrylic made with Colour Lock technology for rich colour with excellent fade resistance. It stands up to rain, snow, wind and UV, resists dirt pick-up and blistering, is self-priming on most surfaces, applies down to 1.7 °C (35 °F) and carries a limited lifetime warranty. Choose Flat, Low Lustre, Satin or Soft Gloss.
Key Features
- Colour Lock technology: unparalleled colour depth, excellent fade resistance and gloss retention.
- Low-temperature application: air and surface down to 1.7 °C, so you can paint later in the season.
- Breathable, flexible film that's less prone to blistering and resists dirt pick-up.
- Self-priming on wood, fibre cement, hardboard and cured masonry.
- Mildew resistance tested to ASTM D3273 (no growth).
- Limited lifetime warranty for the original residential purchaser.
- Low VOC (under 50 g/L), soap-and-water clean-up.
Where to Use It
Wood, fibre cement, hardboard, vinyl and aluminum siding, shakes, unglazed brick, concrete, stucco, cinder block and primed metal. Exterior use only. Not for walking surfaces. Apply at 1.7–37.7 °C. On vinyl siding, don't use a colour darker than the original or with an LRV below 57 unless it's in Benjamin Moore's Colours for Vinyl palette. For decks, see Woodluxe.
Finishes, Sizes and Colours
- Flat (0–3 @ 85°): siding, stucco and masonry.
- Low Lustre (9–15 @ 60°): most siding.
- Satin (20–30 @ 60°): trim, shutters and railings.
- Soft Gloss (50–60 @ 60°): doors, trim and accents.
946 mL and 3.79 L in every finish, plus 18.9 L in Low Lustre. Tinted to any Benjamin Moore colour, and we can match colours from other brands. Compare with Regal Select Exterior.
Specs & Coverage
| Type | Proprietary 100% acrylic waterborne exterior paint |
| Coverage | 250–350 sq ft (23.2–32.5 m²) per 3.79 L. Soft Gloss 350–450 sq ft |
| Coats | 2 on bare surfaces, 1 or 2 over existing paint |
| Dry time (25 °C, 50% RH) | Touch: 1 hour. Recoat: 4 hours. Washable after 2 weeks |
| Application temperature | 1.7–37.7 °C (35–100 °F), air and surface |
| VOC | Under 50 g/L |
| Application | Brush, roller or airless spray (2,000–3,000 PSI, 0.015–0.017 tip; Soft Gloss 1,600–2,600 PSI, 0.013–0.015) |
| Thinning | Max 236 mL water or K518 Extender per 3.79 L |
| Clean-up | Warm soapy water. Mineral spirits rinse for spray equipment |
Application Guide
- Check the weather: air and surface at least 1.7 °C and no rain forecast.
- Wash and prep: remove dirt, mildew, chalk and loose paint, and dull glossy areas.
- Prime where needed: Fresh Start on bleeding woods and pitted vinyl, metal primer on bare steel.
- Box your cans, then brush, roll or spray from unpainted into wet paint.
- Second coat after 4 hours.
- Keep your receipt for the warranty.
FAQ
1How much do I need for my house?
A 3.79 L can covers 250–350 sq ft per coat. Two coats on 1,500 sq ft of siding take about 9 to 12 cans.
2How late in the season can I paint?
Down to 1.7 °C (35 °F), air and surface. Cool, damp weather slows drying.
3Can I paint vinyl siding?
Yes, in a colour no darker than the original and with an LRV of 57 or higher, or one from Benjamin Moore's Colours for Vinyl palette.
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 Aura Exterior
Built for Canadian weather.
Sun fades colour, freeze-thaw cycles crack paint, and short seasons leave little time to get it done. Aura Exterior is made to handle all three.
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Colour that stays rich
Colour Lock technology gives deep colour with excellent fade resistance and gloss retention, even in strong sun. It also resists dirt pick-up.
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Paint later in the season
Goes on when air and surface are as cool as 1.7 °C, so you can still paint on a cool spring or fall day. Cool, damp weather slows drying.
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Lasts, and it's guaranteed
A breathable, flexible film that's less prone to blistering and passes mildew-growth testing. Backed by a limited lifetime warranty for as long as you live in your home.
For wood, fibre cement, hardboard, vinyl and aluminum siding, shakes, unglazed brick, concrete, stucco, cinder block and primed metal. Not for decks, porch floors or other walking surfaces.
Pick your finish
Four finishes, from siding to front door.
Tap a finish to select it in your order. All four come in 946 mL and 3.79 L, and Low Lustre also comes in an 18.9 L pail.
Paint calculator
How much do I need?
Enter your house's outside length and width and the wall height to the eaves. We'll work out the cans, using 250 sq ft per 3.79 L, the low end of Benjamin Moore's coverage, since siding and masonry soak up more paint.
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Set up for a 36 × 28 ft two-storey house. Add gables separately (width × gable height ÷ 2 for each). Painting only the front, or just trim and doors? Enter that wall's size, or a 946 mL can often does a front door. Bare surfaces need two coats; previously painted surfaces 1 or 2. Low Lustre switches to 18.9 L pails when they work out cheaper.
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 in the box above Add to cart.
Painting vinyl siding? Choose a colour no darker than the original with a Light Reflective Value (LRV) of 57 or higher, or one from Benjamin Moore's Colours for Vinyl palette. Darker colours absorb heat and can warp vinyl. Not sure? Ask us before you order. Screen colours are a guide, so try a colour sample on your house first.
Compare
Aura Exterior, Regal Select Exterior or Woodluxe?
Great value
Regal Select Exterior
- Best for
- Siding and trim when you want premium Benjamin Moore quality at a lower price.
- What you get
- A high-build exterior paint that also goes on in cool weather.
- From
Decks & wood siding
Woodluxe Stain
- Best for
- Decks, porches and other surfaces you walk on, plus wood siding and fences.
- What you get
- A solid stain made for horizontal and vertical wood. Aura Exterior isn't for walking surfaces.
- From
Best exterior paint
Aura Exterior
- Best for
- Siding, trim, doors and masonry where you want the richest, longest-lasting colour.
- What you get
- Colour Lock fade resistance, dirt pick-up resistance, self-priming, 1.7 °C application and a limited lifetime warranty.
- From
Specs
The details.
| Type | Proprietary 100% acrylic waterborne exterior paint |
|---|---|
| Finishes | Flat (0–3 @ 85°), Low Lustre (9–15 @ 60°), Satin (20–30 @ 60°), Soft Gloss (50–60 @ 60°) |
| Coverage | 250–350 sq ft per 3.79 L (Soft Gloss 350–450) |
| Coats | 2 on bare surfaces, 1 or 2 over existing paint |
| Dry time | Touch 1 hour. Recoat 4 hours. Washable after 2 weeks |
| Apply at | 1.7–37.7 °C (35–100 °F), air and surface |
| VOC | Under 50 g/L |
| Apply with | Nylon/polyester brush, premium roller or airless spray (0.015–0.017 tip; Soft Gloss 0.013–0.015) |
| Clean-up | Warm soapy water. Mineral spirits rinse for spray equipment |
| Tested | Mildew resistance (ASTM D3273, no growth), flexibility (no cracking), wind-driven rain and alkali resistance over sealed masonry |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime, original residential purchaser, for as long as you live in the home |
How to apply
Get a pro finish.
- Check the weather. Air and surface at least 1.7 °C, no rain in the forecast, and early enough in the day to dry before evening dew.
- Wash and prep. Wash off dirt, mildew and chalk, scrape loose paint and dull glossy areas. Hose down eaves and porch ceilings.
- Prime where needed. Self-priming on wood, fibre cement, hardboard and cured masonry. Use Fresh Start on cedar and other bleeding woods and on pitted vinyl, and a metal primer on bare steel.
- Box your cans on big jobs so the colour is consistent, then cut in and roll or spray, working from unpainted into wet paint.
- Second coat after 4 hours.
- Keep your receipt for the warranty, and wait 2 weeks before washing.
FAQ
Questions, answered.
How much Aura Exterior do I need for my house?
A 3.79 L can covers 250–350 sq ft per coat on most surfaces (Soft Gloss 350–450). For 1,500 sq ft of siding, one coat takes about 5 to 6 cans, so two coats take about 9 to 12. Use the paint calculator above for your house.
How late in the season can I paint?
Aura Exterior can be applied when air and surface are as cool as 1.7 °C (35 °F). Cool, damp weather slows drying, so start after the morning dew is gone and finish early enough for it to dry before evening.
Which finish should I choose?
Flat or Low Lustre for siding, stucco and masonry. Low Lustre is the most popular for siding. Satin or Soft Gloss for trim, shutters, railings and doors. Only Low Lustre comes in the 18.9 L pail.
Do I need a primer?
Usually not. It's self-priming on wood, fibre cement, hardboard and cured masonry. Prime cedar and other bleeding woods and pitted vinyl with Fresh Start, and bare steel with a metal primer.
Can I paint vinyl siding?
Yes, but don't use a colour darker than the original or with an LRV below 57, unless it's in Benjamin Moore's Colours for Vinyl palette. Darker colours absorb heat and can warp the siding. Ask us to check your colour.
How many coats, and how long between them?
Two coats on bare surfaces, one or two over existing paint. Recoat after 4 hours at 25 °C and 50% humidity. It takes longer in cool or humid weather.
How long before it can rain?
Benjamin Moore doesn't publish a rain-free time. It's dry to the touch in about 1 hour at 25 °C, slower when cool or damp, so paint on a day with no rain in the forecast.
What does the lifetime warranty cover?
Benjamin Moore warrants that Aura Exterior won't blister or peel from properly prepared and primed surfaces, or wear through to the old paint, for as long as you live in your home. It's for the original residential purchaser, covers replacement paint (not labour), and needs your original receipt.
Can I use it on my deck?
No. It isn't made for walking surfaces. For decks and porch floors, use a deck stain like Woodluxe.
Colours, sizes and shipping?
Any Benjamin Moore colour (Color Stories colours aren't available in exterior paint), and we can match other brands. 946 mL and 3.79 L in every finish, plus 18.9 L in Low Lustre. Tinted paint is made to order, so it's final sale. We ship across Canada, free on most orders over $249, or pick up free in Mississauga.
Ready to refresh your exterior?
Not sure about the colour? Try a colour sample on your house, book a Virtual Colour Consultation, or ask our team for a quote on a big job.