1953 - Benjamin Moore Interior
24 Colors
This 1953 Benjamin Moore catalog entry features Alkyd SANI-FLAT, a flat, oil-based interior paint offered in 24 colors. The palette includes vibrant mid-century shades and classic tones, examples being Clear Red, Empire Gold, Wineberry, Dresden Blue, Clear Green, Flame, Clear Yellow, Lemon Yellow, and Colonial Green. These colors were popular for interior walls, woodwork, and trim, reflecting the residential trends of the early 1950s.
Originally flat, these colors are offered in flat or eggshell, with satin available by special request, allowing modern usability while maintaining historical authenticity.
Ideal for:
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Interior walls in 1950s homes
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Period-accurate color schemes for mid-century interiors
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Restoration or historically inspired painting projects
Note: Flat finish preserved; eggshell standard