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Benjamin Moore Fresh Start Deck & Siding Primer White vs Sherwin-Williams LOXON Water Blocking Primer/Finish Flat White
| Fact | Fresh Start Deck & Siding Primer | LOXON Water Blocking Primer/Finish |
|---|---|---|
| Use | Exterior primer | Exterior primer, Interior primer |
| Sheen · base | White | Flat · White |
| VOC (untinted) | <350 g/L | 0 g/L |
| VOC added by tint | Not stated | Not stated |
| Emissions testing | Not documented | Tested (GREENGUARD, LEED emissions) |
| Health certification | None found | None found |
| Safety Data Sheet warnings | 5 | 1 |
| Ingredient disclosure | Safety Data Sheet only | Partial (environmental data sheet) |
| Safety Data Sheet revised | 3/11/2022 | 8/18/2026 |
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Benjamin Moore Fresh Start Deck & Siding Primer
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