Is Clark Kensington paint good quality?

Yes, Clark and Kensington paint is considered good quality, particularly for a hardware store private label brand, and it has received positive ratings from consumers and testing organizations. Clark and Kensington is Ace Hardware's premium paint line, manufactured by Benjamin Moore, which lends it credibility due to Benjamin Moore's reputation for quality. In past Consumer Reports testing, Clark and Kensington was named a Best Buy and recommended, scoring well for hiding, coverage in one to two coats for light to medium colors, low odor, low VOC, and washability. It is 100 percent acrylic latex, marketed as paint and primer in one, with good flow and leveling for DIY application. Compared to budget paints like Glidden Essentials or Walmart ColorPlace, Clark and Kensington offers better hide and durability. Compared to premium paints like Benjamin Moore Aura at 80 to 90 dollars per gallon or Sherwin-Williams Emerald, it is not quite as good for deep colors or ultimate scrub resistance, but it is close for its price point of 40 to 60 dollars per gallon. For Ace customers, it provides good value, with over 1000 colors, good fade resistance for exterior, and smooth finish for interior walls, making it good quality for most home projects including living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.