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Sherwin-Williams Emerald Designer Edition Interior Latex Paint Flat Extra White vs Benjamin Moore Ultra Spec 500 Interior Paint Flat Base 1
| Fact | Emerald Designer Edition Interior Latex Paint | Ultra Spec 500 Interior Paint |
|---|---|---|
| Use | Interior paint | Interior paint |
| Sheen · base | Flat · Extra White | Flat · Base 1 |
| VOC (untinted) | 3 g/L | 0 g/L |
| VOC added by tint | Not stated | Maker states none |
| Emissions testing | Tested (LEED emissions) | Tested (CDPH) |
| Health certification | None found | None found |
| Safety Data Sheet warnings | 1 | None |
| Ingredient disclosure | Partial (environmental data sheet) | Safety Data Sheet only |
| Safety Data Sheet revised | 8/22/2026 | 11/14/2024 |
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Sherwin-Williams Emerald Designer Edition Interior Latex Paint
Benjamin Moore Ultra Spec 500 Interior Paint