More durable and longer-lasting than ever before, ultra-premium AURA® Exterior paint transforms homes like no other exterior paint.
With a groundbreaking new resin that enhances this paint’s UV- and fade-resistance, ultra-premium AURA® Exterior delivers unrivaled performance and perfection in 3,500+ colors.
Redefining Expectations for Exterior Paint
AURA® Exterior is truly unique. In this video, you’ll see how AURA® provides long-lasting performance, rich color depth, and much more. Enjoy all-weather protection and breathtaking color with ultra-premium AURA® Exterior paint. Learn more in this video.
High-Performance Exterior Paint Color
Once again, Benjamin Moore has pushed paint and chemistry to new heights. Our chemists engineered AURA® Exterior’s unique resin to offer even greater levels of color depth, reduced chalking, and UV- and fade-resistance. In addition to its new acrylic resin, we’ve added new high-performing additives that improve resistance to surfactant leaching.
Long-Term Durability and Protection
From harsh winter storms to sun-soaked heat waves to everything in between, AURA® Exterior keeps home exteriors fresh, in every climate. AURA® Exterior’s deeply pigmented paint color resists fading and stands up to rain, snow, wind and UV damage
3 Unique AURA® Exterior Technologies
Proprietary paint ingredients and technology have long set Benjamin Moore apart and are key to quality painting results.
Ultra-premium AURA® Exterior includes:
- Color Lock® Technology: Available only in AURA® brand paint, Color Lock® embeds pigment within binding molecules and locks color into the paint film.
- New Acrylic Resin: Available only in AURA® Exterior, this new resin provides excellent film formation, improved UV and fade resistance, and superior gloss retention.
- Gennex® Color Technology: Removes unnecessary components that weaken paint, which results in better hide, flow and leveling, and durability.
Exterior Paint That Goes Above and Beyond
AURA® Exterior’s beautiful results also deliver real-world benefits that matter to homeowners:
- Mildew-resistant coating
- Low-temperature application that extends the painting season with application temps as low as 35°F (1.7°C).
- Vinyl siding readiness: Upgrade your vinyl siding with AURA® Exterior in vinyl-safe colors.
- Limited Lifetime Warranty
High-Performance: A Deeper Dive
Additional technical features of AURA® Exterior paint that painting professionals count on include:
- Substantial film formation from the very first coat, so jobs can be finished faster, using less paint.
- Improved block resistance and reduced tack, which increases job site efficiency and minimizes disruption.
- A breathable coating that is less prone to blistering that provides long-term durability and protection.
The Beauty of a Premium Exterior Paint
When it comes to the just-right paint color for your home exterior consider these tips:
Draw inspiration from your home’s surroundings, from landscaping to neighboring exterior design styles.
- Highlight your exterior’s architectural elements, using paint color to creatively highlight trim, gables, columns, porches, and more.
- Remember sheen: While low lustre finishes on home exteriors are popular, consider a higher sheen on your exterior: AURA® Exterior’s exclusive acrylic resin ensures superior gloss retention for satin and soft gloss exterior finishes.
- Remember your front door: Extend a warm welcome with the right color. We love AURA® Exterior paint in a satin or soft gloss for a beautiful, slightly glossy finish. Get our expert tips for repainting your front door on your own!