Paint Primers of 2025
- Best Choice
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Clicked 13 times in the last monthCountry Chic PaintClear Bonding Primer - Chalk Style Furniture Paint Surface Prep Clear Primer Base Coat - Adhesive Furniture & Decor Primer for Laminate, Glass, Metal, Oil-Based Paint or Stain - Quart (32 oz)
Main highlights- No Harsh Smell: Due to the lack of harsh smells, there is almost no odor, allowing you to paint indoors without worrying about your health.
- Great Adhesion: Bonding agents in the primer help to create a more porous surface so that paint can adhere to any smooth surface.
- Eco-Friendly: Green Wise Certified, ultra low VOC and water-based - contains NO harsh chemical additives such as phthalates, formaldehyde, heavy metals, or solvents.
- Easy to Use: Even for beginners, this primer is easy to use! Just brush it on and let it dry.
- Dries Clear: This is a bonus especially if you’re painting a piece of furniture that you would like to later distress. The clear finish means you’ll see the original wood tone underneath when distressing instead of white or grey primer.
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- Value for Money
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ZinsserZinsser 373693-4PK HIDZ Multi-Purpose Primer and Sealer, Quart, Flat White, 4 Pack
Main highlights- Water-based primer formula blocks common stains and dries fast with great adhesion
- Stain blocking multi-surface primer has excellent flow and leveling for easy application
- Multi-purpose interior/exterior primer designed to hide previous colors and seal porous surfaces
- Dries to the touch in 30 minutes and ready for topcoat in 1 hour, covers up to 100 sq. ft. per quart
- Adheres to difficult surfaces including glossy paint, galvanized, aluminum, chalky surfaces and more
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ZinsserRust-Oleum ZINSSER 1 qt 02004 White, Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Water-Based Stain Blocking Primer/Sealer
9.9 lasts a long time9.7 Stain resistance9.3 Simple to useWhy we love it
No sanding required before application.
Quick drying time saves effort.
Compatible with all surfaces.
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FolkArtFolkArt, Clear Primer, 8 oz, 8 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
Why we love it
Safe, non-toxic formula.
Covers multiple surfaces well.
Dries quickly and clearly.
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ZinsserZinsser Rust-OLEUM 249933 1-2-3 Plus, 1 Quarts (Pack of 1), White, 11 Fl Oz
9.9 Sheerness8.9 Simple to use8.9 AttachmentWhy we love it
Blocks water stains effectively.
Easy application and cleanup.
Versatile for various surfaces.
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Masterchem IndustriesKILZ 3 Premium Primer, Interior/Exterior, 1 Quart
9.1 worth the money8.9 Simple to use8.7 Attachment7
Zinsserqt Zinsser 276087 White Zinsser, Mold Killing Primer Water-Based Mold Killing Primer
8.0 Simple to use8.0 Attachment8.0 Simple to cleanWhy we love it
Effectively kills mold and mildew.
Quick drying and easy cleanup.
Compatible with any topcoat.
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Rust-OleumRust-Oleum Corporation 271009 Advanced Synthetic Shellac Watercolor Primer, 1-Quart, White
9.9 Stain resistance9.5 Simple to use9.5 Easy to useWhy we love it
Blocks tough stains effectively.
Low odor, easy cleanup.
Great for sealing knots and sap.
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VallejoVallejo - Surface Primer Color | Grey Acrylic Primer 200 ml (6.76 fl.oz.) | Matte Finish and Fast Drying | Perfect for Airbrushing and Great Adhesion to Figurines and Scale Models
Why we love it
Dries quickly for efficient use.
Great adhesion on various surfaces.
Perfect for airbrushing techniques.
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VallejoVallejo - Surface Primer Color | White Acrylic Primer 60 ml (2.02 fl.oz.) | Matte Finish and Fast Drying | Perfect for Airbrushing and Great Adhesion to Figurines and Scale Models
Main highlights- Vallejo Primers is a range of acrylic primers specially formulated for airbrushing. Recommended compressor settings for our colours are around 15 - 20 PSI or 0.5 to 1 kg
- The white primer is available in 18 ml (0.6 fl. oz.) bottles with dropper, and 60 ml (2.02 fl. oz.) and 200 ml (6.76 fl. oz.) bottles with hinged cap and dropper
- The primers are applied in successive coats and dry quickly, forming a homogeneous film of extraordinary hardness and resistance within a few hours after application. They can be used directly or diluted with our Airbrush Thinner (B002X6DTHK) or Flow Improver (B00QD780G0)
- The primer is the first layer of colour that is applied on the model in order to prepare the surface for the subsequent painting processes. In order to guarantee an excellent adherence it is necessary to apply it on a previously ‘degreased’ surface, therefore it is advisable to wash the model or the figure before priming it in order to remove the remains of release agents
- Note: The brand Vallejo is currently in the process of rebranding, therefore, for a period of time, it is possible that you may receive the product with either the new packaging or the old packaging