What is the best interior paint for the money depends on balance of price, coverage, durability, and ease of use, but most consumer testing and professional opinions point to Behr Premium Plus and Behr Ultra, Glidden Premium, and Valspar Signature as best value. For best overall value, Behr Premium Plus interior, sold at Home Depot for 35 to 45 dollars per gallon, offers excellent hide in one to two coats, good washability, low odor, and strong Consumer Reports scores, making it best for DIY on budget. For slightly higher budget but better one-coat hide, Behr Marquee at 50 to 65 dollars offers excellent value as it can cover in one coat, saving labor. For cheapest decent paint, Glidden Premium interior at 25 to 35 dollars at Home Depot and Walmart provides good coverage for light colors and is best for large areas, rentals, and garages. Valspar Signature at Lowes, 35 to 50 dollars, offers good durability and color matching technology. For Ace customers, Clark and Kensington at 40 to 60 dollars is good value as it is made by Benjamin Moore. Premium paints like Benjamin Moore Regal and Sherwin-Williams Duration cost 60 to 90 dollars and are best quality but not best value. Best for money means fewer coats needed, so even if paint costs more per gallon, if it covers in one coat versus two, it saves money. Proper prep matters more than brand.
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