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BEHR ULTRA® Interior Paint

BEHR ULTRA® SCUFF DEFENSE™ Interior Paint gives you strong stain blocking, scuff resistance, and a smooth flat look for busy rooms. It works on properly prepared coated and uncoated surfaces in family rooms, bedrooms, hallways, and ceilings. This 100% acrylic paint offers easy clean care, mildew resistance, and hide in fewer coats. It covers up to 400 Sq. Ft. per gallon, dries in 1 HR, and is ready to recoat in 2 HR. For best results, apply at least two coats.

  • BEHR ULTRA® SCUFF DEFENSE™ Interior Paint emphasizes stain-blocking durability, scuff resistance, and a durable flat finish for interior spaces.
  • BEHR ULTRA SCUFF DEFENSE offers hide in fewer coats with burnish resistance and easy-clean maintenance benefits.
  • BEHR ULTRA SCUFF DEFENSE is suitable for multiple interior rooms and prepared coated or uncoated surfaces.
  • BEHR ULTRA application guidance recommends proper surface preparation and at least two coats for best results.
  • BEHR ULTRA includes a mildew resistant, low VOC, 100% acrylic finish designed for durability and easier upkeep.
Starting at$43.98

This game-changing interior paint and primer blocks stains and defends against unwanted scuffs in your home delivering you less stress with enhanced durability. Easy to clean, BEHR ULTRA® Interior Paint and Primer◊ Stays Looking New Longer®.

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A primer coat may be needed on some surfaces. See back label for details.

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Features you'll love

  • Stain-Blocking Paint & Primer
  • Scuff Defense® for an Extra Durable Finish
  • Easy Application, Smooth Even Finish
  • Outstanding Coverage, Hide in Fewer Coats
  • Easy-Clean Finish, STAYS LOOKING NEW LONGER®
  • Antimicrobial-Mildew Resistant Paint Finish
  • Low VOC, 100% Acrylic
  • GREENGUARD® Gold Certified*

A primer coat may be needed on some surfaces. See back label for details.

*BEHR ULTRA is UL GREENGUARD GOLD Certified for low chemical emissions. GREENGUARD Certified products are certified to GREENGUARD standards for low chemical emissions into indoor air during product usage. For more information, visit ul.com/gg.

Stain-blocking, stress free

Finish

Offered in Flat, Eggshell, Satin, and Semi-Gloss

Best For Use In

Flat: Ideal for busy high traffic areas, family rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms and ceilings

Eggshell: Ideal for Family Rooms, Living Rooms, Dining Rooms, Bedrooms, Hallways and Ceilings.

Satin: Ideal for Family Rooms, Living Rooms, Dining Rooms, Bedrooms, Hallways and Ceilings.

Semi-Gloss: Ideal for All Rooms

Coverage

250-400 Sq. Ft. per Gallon

Why Choose Behr Ultra® Interior Paint & Primer?

This innovative paint formula yields a modern, clean look while providing advanced scuff and mar resistance against everyday wear and tear.
A primer coat may be needed on some surfaces. See label for details.

  • A child's hand pushing a toy car on a painted wall, demonstrating the scuff resistance of Behr Ultra interior paint
    Scuff Resistant

    Protects your walls from scuffs, mars, and more.

  • A wall with mold and mildew
    Mold And Mildew Resistant

    Advanced, antimicrobial-mildew protection makes this an excellent choice for kitchens & baths.

  • A person cleaning a painted wall with a sponge
    Washable Finish

    This scrubbable, washable paint film is ideal for busy households.

Behr Ultra® Interior Paint is highly rated by Consumer Reports

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Eco product design principles

Behr Paint Company is dedicated to creating a positive environmental and social legacy. We are committed to advancing innovative solutions to reduce our environmental footprint by developing durable products that protect surfaces using mindful formulations, packaging, and practices.

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Overall Rating

4.5
583 out of 655 (89%) reviewers recommend this product

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Review 1
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Great paint

a month ago
Needed to paint the interior of my son's home. Easy to use and made me look like a professional!
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Florida
Reviews 2
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Skill LevelDIY - Beginner

Color matched swatch.

a month ago
I'm a widow and the color i chose was exact. So easy to put on and wow!

Yes, I recommend this product.

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California
Review 1
Votes 0
Skill LevelDIY - Intermediate

Professional grade

2 months ago
Always my go to for paint because it covers within 1 coat, paints within a reasonable amount of time and doest have head hurting fumes. I have been renovating my 3 bedroom house, every room I have used behr products for(: wood floor staining, concrete staining, paint and premier for the walls, all of which I am very proud about because it looks professional grade.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Atlanta, GA
Review 1
Votes 0
Skill LevelDIY - Beginner

Goes a long way!

2 months ago
We underestimated the paint! We bought one large pail and one small, to paint one wall. We didnt even need all of the small one! The wall looks AMAZING it’s a stunning piece with vibrant colors. It painted so well most of it only needed one coat. We Weill certainly buy this type again when we paint our next room.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Review 1
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Interior Paint looks great years later

3 months ago
Painted the inside of our house over 15 years ago and it stilllooks great!
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Review 1
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Best paint ever!

3 months ago
Amazing paint! Used Behr Ultra Scuff Defense (mat finish) on my kitchen backsplash (even behind the range) and after 3 years it’s as good as new. 100% scrubbable and stain resistant. You can also use it on doors and woodwork if you want a mat finish.

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on BEHR ULTRA Interior Extra Durable Flat

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Review 1
Votes 0

High hopes

3 months ago
I was super excited to do a new refresh on my spare room and bring in a deep forest green for a true nature feel, and upon entering the store and discussing my project, including telling the salesperson that I was covering a deep teal colour, this product was what was recommended. I anticipated needing to do two coats of paint, but when looking at the walls after the second coat, it was apparent I would need to do a third…and even then I had spots that were spotty. I was incredibly disappointed in the coverage.

No, I do not recommend this product.

Originally posted on BEHR ULTRA Interior Extra Durable Flat

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Reviews 3
Votes 0
Skill LevelDIY - Intermediate

Great coverage

3 months ago
Its great. The coverage great. Smooth finish. Recommend

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Review 1
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Skill LevelDIY - Intermediate

Easy to apply

4 months ago
Excellent coverage with easy application. Reduces the time required to complete the task.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Review 1
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Skill LevelDIY - Intermediate

I give Behr interior, paint a stupendous rating.

4 months ago
I only shop at Home Depot and have always purchased Behr brand for my interior wall paint. I bought Flat, light waffle color for my walls. It goes very nice with all my antique furniture.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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19804
Review 1
Votes 0
Skill LevelDIY - Intermediate

Awesome paint

4 months ago
This is legit the best paint out there!! It can be a lil pricey but that’s the price u pay for quality. Only paint I’ll use

Yes, I recommend this product.

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68508
Review 1
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Skill LevelDIY - Intermediate

AWESOME OUTCOME!!

4 months ago
EVERYTHING WORKED OUT FINE. THE WALLS LOOK PERFECT.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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45373
Review 1
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Skill LevelDIY - Advanced

I feel behr paint is #1, I recommend to everyone.

4 months ago
I tell everyone how great Behr premium plus and premium plus ultra paints are. Even their flat sheen ss washable.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Review 1
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Skill LevelPRO

What's not to love about Behr Paint

4 months ago
Some people think this paint is expensive, it is not expensive, it is fabulous. All of the painters I have used love Behr paint. It has excellent coverage and it DRIES FAST. Behr offer the best selection of colors. Do yourself (and your painter) a favor buy Behr Ultra Interior (and also their other paint products which I have used).

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Review 1
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Skill LevelDIY - Intermediate

Great interior paint

4 months ago
Used this same paint over 20 years ago and still looked good. Just wanted to change color

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Review 1
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Skill LevelDIY - Intermediate

Carlitos

4 months ago
This Great product the color is excellent and very good product it is easy to work with it color

Yes, I recommend this product.

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72104
Review 1
Votes 0
Skill LevelDIY - Beginner

Great coverage

4 months ago
Product covers great. Always have used behr products.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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48093
Reviews 3
Votes 0
Skill LevelDIY - Intermediate

Primed & painted in one coat!

4 months ago
Using my Wagner Power Spray Painter, I used Behr Ultra Flat Black & coated my basement ceiling rafters. What a difference.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Review 1
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Skill LevelDIY - Intermediate

The GOAT of paints

4 months ago
Actually used about 10 gallons on our living/dining room renovation, as well as, a pool patio redo. Would never use anything else but BEHR! It truly is the GOAT of paints!

Yes, I recommend this product.

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53150
Reviews 2
Votes 0

Great paint

4 months ago
Great paint to work with cleans up well too. Goes on in 2 coats.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Review 1
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Skill LevelDIY - Advanced

Hides Imperfections Covers Easily

4 months ago
This Paint covers in one coat, and the flat is amazing at hiding imperfections in older walls. The color is true and it goes on really easily and uniformly and covers even darker colors with no primer. Cleanup is easy. Have been using it for years and I highly recommend it!

Yes, I recommend this product.

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97352
Review 1
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Skill LevelDIY - Beginner

Great product

4 months ago
Goes on smooth. Lasts. Great product. I can’t wait to paint another room!

Yes, I recommend this product.

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34714
Review 1
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Behr Ultra

4 months ago
Best paint we ever used to paint our interior walls. Most of the time you can get away with one coat. Highly recommend this paint.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Review 1
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Skill LevelDIY - Beginner

Great Coverage!

4 months ago
I moved into a new apartment that had these gray walls that I was not a fan. I got permission to paint my unit and started the color search. I finally decided on Behr’s White Mocha because I loved the creaminess of the color. I was originally scared of painting my walls because the color I chose is lighter than the color on the walls already, but the first swipe instantly made me feel better. I even used a sample of Creamy Mushroom to paint a TV stand I bought from Goodwill and I’m already in love. As a first time wall painter, I’ll be sticking with Behr.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Review 1
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Great paint for basement

4 months ago
Paint was easy to apply, dried quickly and colour matches the swatch

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on BEHR ULTRA Interior Extra Durable Flat

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Review 1
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Beautiful finish

5 months ago
I have used Behr Ultra in almost every room in my house. It is the best quality paint ever. It has a beautiful finish and solid coverage with two coats. I love that it is easily washed and keeps it finish over time.

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on BEHR ULTRA Interior Extra Durable Flat

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Painted ALL rooms in my 100 year old home.

5 months ago
I used sophisticated teal, aubergine, whitened sage, ginger sugar, ultra white, dusty denim and cotton knit. ALL of which went on beautifully and evenly.

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on BEHR ULTRA Interior Extra Durable Flat

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Review 1
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Easy Application

5 months ago
Used this paint a couple of years ago to cover bedroom walls. Easy to use. One coat coverage. Quick and easy cleanup.

Yes, I recommend this product.

Originally posted on BEHR ULTRA Interior Extra Durable Flat

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Review 1
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Skill LevelDIY - Advanced

Great product

6 months ago
Always love Behr product paints, beautiful, durable results. Always my go to paint for years!

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Review 1
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Better than any paint we’ve tried

6 months ago
We painted using ecological green and wow it’s gorgeous. While it’s only been up for a week the compliments have been endless and I can credit that to the quality of this paint. It went on so smooth the finish is gorgeous and flawless. We planned on doing 3 coats but only needed two. I only took off a star as I can’t comment on the long term durability since we just painted but I have high hopes.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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