Benjamin Moore Muresco · Flat ceiling paint K258
Bright white ceilings.
Without the premium price.
Muresco is Benjamin Moore's classic flat white ceiling paint. It hides well, resists spatter when you roll overhead, and stays open longer so you don't get lap marks. It works on drywall, plaster, textured ceilings and ceiling tile, and it's self-priming on drywall.
2–5sheen @ 85°, flat
2 hrsto recoat*
$21.99946 mL from
$249+ships free in Canada
*At 25 °C and 50% humidity. Ready-mixed white (01) only.
Muresco White 01Ready-mixed, no tinting needed
Plan my ceilingBenjamin Moore Muresco Flat Ceiling Paint, White
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Benjamin Moore Muresco Flat Ceiling Paint, White
Benjamin Moore Muresco Ceiling Paint (K258) is a premium acrylic flat white ceiling paint that delivers excellent hide, rolls and sprays on smoothly, resists spatter and offers extended open time to avoid lap marks. Use it on most interior ceilings, including drywall, plaster, textured ceilings and acoustical tile. It's self-priming on drywall.
Key Features
- Flat finish (2–5 @ 85°) that hides minor imperfections and cuts glare.
- Spatter resistant for cleaner overhead rolling.
- Extended open time to avoid lap marks.
- Fast: dry in 1 hour, recoat in 2 hours.
- Low VOC acrylic with soap-and-water clean-up.
Ready-mixed White (01). 946 mL, 3.78 L and 18.9 L. Not tintable; for a tinted ceiling, see Waterborne Ceiling Paint. Not for high-traffic areas or surfaces that need frequent washing.
Specs & Coverage
| Type | Acrylic ceiling paint |
| Finish | Flat (2–5 @ 85°) |
| Coverage | 400–450 sq ft (37.2–41.8 m²) per 3.78 L |
| Dry time (25 °C, 50% RH) | Touch: 1 hour. Recoat: 2 hours |
| Application temperature | 10–32 °C (50–90 °F) |
| VOC | 47.8 g/L |
| Application | Brush, roller or airless spray (1,000–2,000 PSI, .013–.017 tip) |
| Clean-up | Warm soapy water |
Application Guide
- Clean off dust, grease and mildew; scrape loose paint and dull glossy areas.
- Prime plaster, bare wood and concrete with Fresh Start High-Hiding All Purpose Primer; new drywall can take Muresco as its own primer.
- Stir well and roll or spray 1 or 2 coats, working from unpainted areas into wet paint.
- Recoat after 2 hours; clean up with soap and water.
FAQ
1Can Muresco be tinted?
No, it's ready-mixed white (01) only. For colour, use Waterborne Ceiling Paint.
2Can I use it on textured ceilings?
Yes. Test water-sensitive stippled ceilings first and prime with an oil-based primer if needed.
3How much do I need?
A 3.78 L can covers 400–450 sq ft per coat.
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 Muresco
A trusted classic for white ceilings.
Ceilings are the hardest surface to paint: you're working overhead, the light rakes across them and every lap mark shows. Muresco is made for exactly that job.
01
No lap marks
Extended open time lets you keep a wet edge across the whole ceiling, and the flat finish hides small flaws and cuts glare from your lights.
02
Less mess overhead
Spatter resistant, so less paint ends up on you, the floor and the furniture. Rolls and sprays on smoothly.
03
Fast and low odour
Dry to the touch in an hour and recoat in two. Acrylic, low VOC (47.8 g/L) and soap-and-water clean-up.
For interior ceilings: drywall, plaster, textured ceilings, acoustical tile, wallpapered ceilings and cured masonry. Not for high-traffic walls or surfaces that need frequent washing. 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 400 sq ft per 3.78 L, the low end of Benjamin Moore's coverage so you don't run short.
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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?
Best value
Muresco
- Best for
- Plain white ceilings in living rooms, bedrooms, basements and rentals.
- What you get
- A flat, spatter-resistant white with long open time. White only.
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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 that hides imperfections, tinted to almost any Benjamin Moore colour.
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Steamy bathrooms
Aura Bath & Spa
- Best for
- Bathroom ceilings that get a lot of steam.
- What you get
- A matte finish built for humidity, with a mildew-resistant coating.
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Browse more interior paints or all Benjamin Moore paints.
Specs
The details.
| Type | Premium acrylic ceiling paint (K258) |
|---|---|
| Finish | Flat (2–5 @ 85°) |
| Colour | White (01), ready-mixed. Not tintable |
| Use on | Interior ceilings: drywall, plaster, textured ceilings, acoustical tile, wallpaper, cured masonry |
| Coverage | 400–450 sq ft (37.2–41.8 m²) per 3.78 L |
| Coats | 1 or 2. Self-priming on drywall |
| Dry time | Touch 1 hour. Recoat 2 hours. Washable after 2 weeks |
| Apply at | 10–32 °C (50–90 °F), air and surface |
| VOC | 47.8 g/L |
| Apply with | Nylon/polyester brush, premium roller, or airless spray (1,000–2,000 PSI, .013–.017 tip) |
| Thinning | If needed, up to 8 fl oz water or K518 Extender per 3.78 L |
| Clean-up | Warm soapy water. Mineral spirits rinse for spray equipment |
Dry times at 25 °C and 50% humidity. Protect from freezing.
How to apply
Get a flawless ceiling.
- Prep the room. Clear or cover the floor and furniture, and mask walls and light fixtures with painter's tape.
- Clean and patch. Remove dust, grease and mildew, scrape loose paint and feather-sand the edges. Dull any glossy areas.
- Prime where needed. New drywall: Muresco can prime itself. Plaster, bare wood and concrete: Fresh Start. Water-sensitive stippled ceilings: an oil-based primer.
- Cut in first, then roll the ceiling in sections with a quality roller on an extension pole. Roll from unpainted areas back into wet paint and keep a wet edge.
- Second coat after 2 hours. Roll it at a right angle to the first coat for the most even finish.
- Clean up with warm soapy water. Give spray equipment a final mineral spirits rinse to prevent rust.
FAQ
Questions, answered.
What can I use Muresco on?
Interior ceilings in homes and businesses: new or previously painted drywall, plaster, textured ceilings, acoustical ceiling tile, wallpapered ceilings and cured masonry. It's a ceiling paint, so it isn't made for walls in high-traffic areas or surfaces you'll need to wash often.
Muresco or Waterborne Ceiling Paint?
Both are flat white ceiling paints from Benjamin Moore. Muresco is the value choice for plain white ceilings. Waterborne Ceiling Paint has an even flatter finish, zero VOC, and can be tinted to almost any colour if you want something other than white.
Can Muresco be tinted?
No. Muresco comes in one ready-mixed white (01). For a tinted ceiling, choose Waterborne Ceiling Paint, which can be tinted to almost any Benjamin Moore colour.
Do I need a primer?
On new drywall, Muresco can be its own primer. Plaster, bare wood and smooth concrete take Fresh Start High-Hiding All Purpose Primer first. On a repaint, just spot prime bare areas. Old stippled (popcorn) ceilings can be water-sensitive, so Benjamin Moore recommends an oil-based primer first. Ask us if you're not sure.
Can I paint a textured or popcorn ceiling?
Yes, Muresco is made for textured ceilings. Stippled (popcorn) ceilings can soften when they get wet, so test a small hidden spot first and prime with an oil-based primer if the texture loosens. Use a thick-nap roller or spray it.
How much do I need?
A 3.78 L can covers 400–450 sq ft per coat, and an 18.9 L pail covers about five times that. A 12 × 12 ft room is 144 sq ft of ceiling, so one 3.78 L can handles two coats. Use the calculator above.
How long does it take to dry?
Dry to the touch in 1 hour and ready to recoat in 2 hours at 25 °C and 50% humidity, so two coats fit in an afternoon. Cool, humid rooms take longer.
Will it spatter when I roll overhead?
Muresco is made to resist spatter, and its extended open time helps you avoid lap marks. Load the roller evenly, don't overload it, and roll from unpainted areas back into wet paint.
Can I spray it?
Yes. Use an airless sprayer at 1,000–2,000 PSI with a .013–.017 tip. If needed, thin with up to 8 fl oz (about 240 mL) of water per 3.78 L, or use Benjamin Moore Extender K518. Clean up with warm soapy water.
Sizes and shipping?
946 mL, 3.78 L and 18.9 L pails. We ship across Canada, free on most orders over $249, or pick up free in Mississauga.
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