Moisture Resistant - Primers - The Home Depot

Question 1

What are some of the best-selling moisture resistant primers?

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One of our best-selling moisture resistant primers is the Original 1 gal. White Oil-Based Interior/Exterior Primer, Sealer, and Stain Blocker. It's a consistent favorite among DIY enthusiasts and professionals alike, and we're confident you'll love it, too.

Question 2

Which brand of primer should I choose?

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Choosing a brand is about finding the one that works best for you. We offer high-quality paint primers from industry leading brands like DAICH, DRYLOK, and RAIN GUARD. Plus, your Home Depot store associate is always here to help you choose the perfect primer.

Question 3

What's the best way to get a clean line between the wall and the ceiling when painting a room?

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The secret to getting a crisp, professional-looking line between the wall and ceiling is in the preparation and technique. Use a high-quality painter's tape along the ceiling edge to create a sharp line, sealing the tape by painting over it with the ceiling color first. Wait for it to dry, and then paint your wall, removing the tape while the paint is still slightly wet for a clean edge. Use an angled sash brush to cut-in by hand, being careful not to overload the brush with excess paint that can cause drips and uneven lines. For more useful tips and helpful advice, read our DIY guide on how to paint a room.

Question 4

What is paint primer used for?

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Paint primer preps your surfaces before painting, creating a consistent base that helps your paint stick better, go on smoother, show more color, and last longer. We stock a wide range of primer for all types of purposes, including sealant, mold, or stain blocking.

Question 5

What color should my primer be?

Accepted Answer

The color of your primer can make a big difference to your result and how many coats you need. We stock primers in a wide variety of colors, including yellow / gold, gray, and beige / cream. As a rule of thumb, select white for a light topcoat, gray for a dark topcoat, and tinted primer for a bold, vibrant topcoat.

Question 6

How do I choose a paint primer?

Accepted Answer

Choosing the right paint primer depends on surface type, paint color, and conditions. Use a latex or water-based primer on new drywall, an oil-based primer on bare wood, a rust-inhibiting primer on metal, and a bonding primer on glossy or slick surfaces. You'll want a white or tinted primer for light paint colors, a gray primer for bold or dark colors, and an off-white or light gray primer for pastels. Some conditions require specialized primers, like a mold-resistant primer for high-moisture areas, or a stain-blocking primer for smoke, water, or heavy stains.

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KILZOriginal 1 gal. White Oil-Based Interior/Exterior Primer, Sealer, and Stain Blocker

KILZOriginal 5 gal. White Oil-Based Interior and Exterior Primer, Sealer, and Stain Blocker

KILZOriginal 1 qt. White Oil-Based Interior and Exterior Primer, Sealer, and Stain Blocker

DRYLOK1 gal. White Acrylic Interior/Exterior Wet Wall Bonding Primer for Concrete and Masonry

DRYLOK1 gal. White Acrylic Interior/Exterior Wet Wall Bonding Primer for Concrete and Masonry

DAICHTextured 1 gal. Dolphin Gray Interior Exterior Bonding Primer Penetrating Anti-Slip

DAICHTextured 1 gal. Bonding Primer Bone Interior Exterior Penetrating Anti-Slip

DAICHTextured 1 gal. Charcoal Gray Interior Exterior Bonding Primer Penetrating Anti-Slip

DAICHTextured 1 gal. Raw Gray Interior Exterior Bonding Primer Penetrating Anti-Slip

DAICHTextured 1 gal. Antique Gold Interior Exterior Bonding Primer Penetrating Anti-Slip

RAIN GUARD1 gal. Super Stucco Concentrate Penetrating Primer and Sealer

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Moisture Resistant Primers

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Category

Review Rating

1 & Up

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4 & Up

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Brand

Price

Primer Purpose

Base Material

Container Size

Surface Material Use

Paint/Stain Features

Application

Application Method

Color Family

KILZOriginal 1 gal.​ White Oil-​Based Interior/​Exterior Primer, Sealer, and Stain Blocker

KILZOriginal 5 gal.​ White Oil-​Based Interior and Exterior Primer, Sealer, and Stain Blocker

KILZOriginal 1 qt.​ White Oil-​Based Interior and Exterior Primer, Sealer, and Stain Blocker

DRYLOK1 gal.​ White Acrylic Interior/​Exterior Wet Wall Bonding Primer for Concrete and Masonry

DRYLOK1 gal.​ White Acrylic Interior/​Exterior Wet Wall Bonding Primer for Concrete and Masonry

DAICHTextured 1 gal.​ Dolphin Gray Interior Exterior Bonding Primer Penetrating Anti-​Slip

DAICHTextured 1 gal.​ Bonding Primer Bone Interior Exterior Penetrating Anti-​Slip

DAICHTextured 1 gal.​ Charcoal Gray Interior Exterior Bonding Primer Penetrating Anti-​Slip

DAICHTextured 1 gal.​ Raw Gray Interior Exterior Bonding Primer Penetrating Anti-​Slip

DAICHTextured 1 gal.​ Antique Gold Interior Exterior Bonding Primer Penetrating Anti-​Slip

RAIN GUARD1 gal.​ Super Stucco Concentrate Penetrating Primer and Sealer

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KILZOriginal 1 gal. White Oil-Based Interior/Exterior Primer, Sealer, and Stain Blocker

KILZOriginal 5 gal. White Oil-Based Interior and Exterior Primer, Sealer, and Stain Blocker

KILZOriginal 1 qt. White Oil-Based Interior and Exterior Primer, Sealer, and Stain Blocker

DRYLOK1 gal. White Acrylic Interior/Exterior Wet Wall Bonding Primer for Concrete and Masonry

DRYLOK1 gal. White Acrylic Interior/Exterior Wet Wall Bonding Primer for Concrete and Masonry

DAICHTextured 1 gal. Dolphin Gray Interior Exterior Bonding Primer Penetrating Anti-Slip

DAICHTextured 1 gal. Bonding Primer Bone Interior Exterior Penetrating Anti-Slip

DAICHTextured 1 gal. Charcoal Gray Interior Exterior Bonding Primer Penetrating Anti-Slip

DAICHTextured 1 gal. Raw Gray Interior Exterior Bonding Primer Penetrating Anti-Slip

DAICHTextured 1 gal. Antique Gold Interior Exterior Bonding Primer Penetrating Anti-Slip

RAIN GUARD1 gal. Super Stucco Concentrate Penetrating Primer and Sealer