Vinyl - Primers - The Home Depot

Question 1

What are some of the top-rated primers?

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One of our top-rated primers is the Original 1 Gal. White Oil-Based Interior Primer, Sealer, and Stain Blocker. Get yours today and find out why our customers give it the most five-star ratings and positive reviews.

Question 2

What kind of primer should I use before painting?

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The primer you should use depends on the surface and the type of paint you plan to use. A general-purpose primer works well on new drywall, allowing you to cover up previously painted surfaces with easy cleanup. However, you may need a specialty primer for certain situations, such as an oil-based primer for bare wood, a rust-inhibiting primer for metal, a stain-blocking primer for water stains, smoke damage, or strong odors, or a bonding primer for glossy surfaces. Your Home Depot store associate can help you find the right primer for your project.

Question 3

How do I determine the amount of primer I need?

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Measure the square footage of the surface area to find out how much primer you need. Most 1-gallon containers of primer cover 250-400 square feet per coat. Most projects only need one coat, but you may need two coats for dark colors, stain or odor blocking, or for painting highly porous surfaces like bare wood or new drywall. It's a good idea to purchase slightly more than your estimated amount so you have enough for uneven surfaces or multiple coats.

Question 4

Is there a difference in paint primers?

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Paint primers are designed for different surfaces and purposes. There are latex and water-based primers that dry quick with easy clean-up, oil-based primers that adhere strong and block stains, and specialty primers that seal porous surfaces like concrete, brick, or chalky walls. Choosing the right primer for your project will help you get the best results.

Question 5

Why should I prime a wall before painting?

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Priming your wall before painting offers many benefits, including better adhesion for a more uniform appearance, better sealing for a smooth and consistent topcoat on porous surfaces, improved color coverage with fewer coats, enhanced durability to resist cracking, peeling, and moisture damage, and a long-lasting finish. For more useful tips and helpful advice, read our guide on how to prime a wall.

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KILZOriginal 13 oz. White Oil-Based Interior Primer Spray, Sealer, and Stain Blocker

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

KILZPREMIUM 5 Gal. White Interior/Exterior Primer, Heavy-Duty High Hide Sealer, and Stain Blocker

KILZPREMIUM 1 Gal. White Interior/Exterior Primer, Heavy-Duty High Hide Sealer, and Stain Blocker

BEHR5 Gal. White Acrylic Interior/Exterior Multi-Surface Stain-Blocking Primer and Sealer

BEHR1 Gal. White Acrylic Interior/Exterior Multi-Surface Stain-Blocking Primer and Sealer

BEHR1 Gal. White Acrylic Interior Kitchen, Bath, and Trim Stain-Blocking Primer and Sealer

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

BEHR1 Gal. White Bonding Interior/Exterior Primer

ZinsserCover Stain 13 oz. White Oil-Based Interior/Exterior Primer and Sealer Spray

KILZPREMIUM 1 Qt. White Interior/Exterior Primer, Heavy-Duty High Hide Sealer, and Stain Blocker

KILZOriginal 13 oz. White Low-Odor Oil-Based Interior Primer Spray, Sealer, and Stain Blocker

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