INSL-X by Benjamin Moore · Ceiling paint PC-1200
Goes on pink.
Dries white. No missed spots.
White on white is hard to see overhead. INSL-X Colour-Changing Ceiling Paint goes on light pink so you can see exactly where you've rolled, then dries to a uniform flat white that helps hide imperfections. Self-priming and spatter resistant, for smooth or textured ceilings.
2 hrsto recoat*
400sq ft per can, max
$48.703.79 L can
$249+ships free in Canada
*At 25 °C and 50% humidity. Interior ceilings. White only.
Colour-Changing Ceiling PaintFlat white, 3.79 L
Plan my ceilingINSL-X Colour-Changing Ceiling Paint, Flat White (PC-1200)
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$48.70 CAD
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INSL-X Colour-Changing Ceiling Paint, Flat (PC-1200)
INSL-X Colour-Changing Ceiling Paint (PC-1200) by Benjamin Moore goes on light pink to show painted areas and prevent missed spots, then dries to a uniform white, flat finish that helps minimize the appearance of surface imperfections. It's self-priming and spatter resistant, for smooth or textured ceilings.
Key Features
- Disappearing pink colour-change technology: see where you've painted.
- Uniform flat white finish that helps hide imperfections.
- Self-priming on properly prepared surfaces.
- Spatter resistant for overhead work.
- Low VOC (47.8 g/L), soap-and-water clean-up.
White. 3.79 L. Interior ceilings. Not for high-traffic areas or surfaces that need frequent cleaning. Not tintable.
Specs & Coverage
| Type | Interior acrylic ceiling paint |
| Sheen | Flat (2–5 @ 85°) |
| Coverage | 300–400 sq ft (27.8–37.1 m²) per 3.79 L |
| Dry time (25 °C, 50% RH) | Tack free: 1 hour. Recoat: 2 hours |
| Application temperature | 10–32 °C (50–90 °F) |
| VOC | 47.8 g/L |
| Application | Brush, roller, airless (1,500 PSI min., .013–.017 tip), HVLP or conventional spray |
| Clean-up | Warm soapy water |
Application Guide
- Clean the ceiling and remove peeling paint; dull glossy areas.
- Stir well. Do not thin.
- Roll or spray generously, keeping a wet edge. Fill in any pale spots while it's pink.
- Recoat after 2 hours if needed; clean up with soap and water.
FAQ
1How does it work?
It goes on light pink and dries to a flat white.
2How much do I need?
A 3.79 L can covers 300–400 sq ft per coat.
3Can it be tinted?
No, it's sold in white only.
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 colour-changing
See every pass of the roller.
Rolling white over a white ceiling, it's almost impossible to tell where you've been until the paint dries and the thin spots and misses show up. The pink shows you while it's still wet, so you can fix them on the spot.
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Pink while wet
Disappearing pink colour-change technology shows painted areas, so you don't miss spots.
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Flat white when dry
Dries to a uniform white, flat finish that helps minimize the look of surface imperfections.
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Made for overhead
Spatter resistant and self-priming, for smooth or textured ceilings. Soap-and-water clean-up.
For interior ceilings: new or previously painted drywall, acoustical ceiling tile, cured masonry and plaster. Not for high-traffic areas or surfaces that need frequent cleaning. Apply between 10 °C and 32 °C.
Ceiling calculator
How much do I need?
Enter the length and width of your room. We'll work out the cans, using 300 sq ft per 3.79 L, the low end of INSL-X's coverage so you don't run short.
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Coats
You need
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Set up for a 14 × 12 ft room with 2 coats. Textured and popcorn ceilings soak up more paint, so round up. Painting several rooms? Add up the floor areas.
Compare
Which paint for your ceiling?
No missed spots
Colour-Changing Ceiling Paint
- Best for
- DIY ceilings, white over white, where it's hard to see where you've rolled.
- What you get
- Goes on pink, dries flat white. Self-priming and spatter resistant. White only.
- From
Best value
Muresco
- Best for
- Plain white ceilings in living rooms, bedrooms, basements and rentals.
- What you get
- Benjamin Moore's classic flat white, spatter resistant with long open time.
- From
Premium, any colour
Waterborne Ceiling Paint
- Best for
- Ceilings where you want the flattest finish, zero VOC or a colour other than white.
- What you get
- An ultra-flat finish, tinted to almost any Benjamin Moore colour.
- From
Browse more INSL-X specialty paints or interior paints.
Specs
The details.
| Type | Interior acrylic ceiling paint (INSL-X PC-1200) |
|---|---|
| Finish | Flat (2–5 @ 85°) |
| Colour | Goes on light pink, dries white. Not tintable |
| Use on | Interior ceilings: new or previously painted drywall, acoustical tile, cured masonry, plaster. Smooth or textured |
| Coverage | 300–400 sq ft (27.8–37.1 m²) per 3.79 L |
| Coats | 1 or 2 |
| Dry time | Tack free 1 hour. Recoat 2 hours |
| Apply at | 10–32 °C (50–90 °F), air and surface |
| VOC | 47.8 g/L |
| Volume solids | 28% ± 1% |
| Apply with | Brush, roller, airless spray (1,500 PSI minimum, .013–.017 tip), HVLP or conventional spray |
| Thinning | Do not thin |
| Clean-up | Warm soapy water |
Dry times at 25 °C and 50% humidity. Store between 4 °C and 32 °C. Protect from freezing.
How to apply
Paint your ceiling right.
- Prep the ceiling. It should be clean and dry, with no dust, grease or mildew. Scrape peeling paint, feather-sand the edges and dull any glossy areas.
- Protect the room. Cover floors and furniture, and tape the top of the walls with FrogTape.
- Stir well and don't thin. Check the room is between 10 °C and 32 °C.
- Cut in, then roll with a quality roller on an extension pole. Apply generously, working from unpainted areas into wet paint to keep a wet edge.
- Watch the pink. Fill in any pale or bare spots while it's still wet. The pink fades to white as it dries.
- Second coat after 2 hours if needed. Clean up with warm soapy water.
FAQ
Questions, answered.
How does colour-changing ceiling paint work?
It goes on light pink, so you can see exactly where you've painted and spot any missed areas while you roll. As it dries, the pink disappears and it turns a uniform flat white.
What ceilings can I use it on?
New or previously painted drywall, acoustical ceiling tile, cured masonry, plaster and other interior ceiling surfaces, smooth or textured. It's a ceiling paint, so it isn't for high-traffic areas or surfaces that need frequent cleaning.
Do I need a primer?
It's self-priming on properly prepared surfaces. Patched spots, bare plaster or stains may need a primer first: use Fresh Start High-Hiding All Purpose for general priming, or the oil-based Fresh Start Undercoater for water stains.
How much do I need?
A 3.79 L can covers 300–400 sq ft per coat, depending on the texture and porosity of the ceiling. A 12 × 12 ft room is 144 sq ft of ceiling, so one can covers about two coats. Use the calculator above.
How many coats?
One or two. One coat is often enough for white over white on a ceiling in good condition. New drywall, stains or a colour change usually need two.
How long does it take to dry?
Tack free in 1 hour and ready to recoat in 2 hours at 25 °C and 50% humidity. Cool temperatures and high humidity slow drying.
Can I spray it?
Yes. Use a brush, roller, airless sprayer (minimum 1,500 PSI, .013–.017 tip), HVLP or conventional spray. Don't thin it.
Can it be tinted?
No. It's sold in white only. For a tinted ceiling, choose Benjamin Moore Waterborne Ceiling Paint, which can be tinted to almost any Benjamin Moore colour.
Is it low odour? How do I clean up?
It's a water-based acrylic at 47.8 g/L VOC. Clean up spatters right away and wash tools with warm soapy water.
Sizes and shipping?
3.79 L cans. We ship across Canada, free on most orders over $249, or pick up free in Mississauga.
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