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Question 1

What are some of the top-rated primers?

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One of our top-rated primers is the MaxPrime 5 gal. PPG1025-1 Commercial White Flat Interior Primer. Get yours today and find out why our customers give it the most five-star ratings and positive reviews.

Question 2

What size primer should I buy for my project?

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The right amount of primer for your project depends on the area you need to cover and how many coats you need. For smaller touch-ups or craft projects, you may only need a quart or even a pint to get the job done. For larger rooms or multiple projects, a 1-gallon or larger container ensures you have enough primer to complete your project without running out.

Question 3

Is there a specific primer for wall paint?

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Yes! The right primer for your wall depends on the condition of the surface and the type of paint you plan to use. For most walls, a general-purpose latex primer gets the job done. However, you may need a stain-blocking primer for surfaces with stains, a bonding primer for glossy or previously painted walls, or a tinted primer for bold color changes and truer colors with fewer topcoat layers.

Question 4

I'm planning a bold color like red or black. Will a gray primer help with coverage?

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Gray primer is the go-to choice for bold colors like red or black. The neutral gray base helps prevent the undertones of white primer from showing through, which can make reds look pinkish or blacks look washed out. Enjoy better coverage with fewer coats, and a true color finish that achieves your desired intensity. A a rule of thumb, use a dark gray primer for black or very dark colors, and a medium gray primer for red or bright, bold colors.

Question 5

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 6

What's the best way to apply primer for a smooth finish?

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A smooth, professional finish requires a clean, smooth surface, the right tools, and proper technique. For most surfaces, a high-quality roller brush gives you even coverage and a smooth base for your paint. Load the roller with primer and apply in consistent strokes, slightly overlapping each pass. Apply thin, even coats, which dry faster and reduce streaks for the best results. Work in sections, keeping the primer wet as you move to prevent visible lines. For ultra-smooth finishes, lightly sand the surface with fine-grain sandpaper after the first coat.

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MaxPrime 5 gal. PPG1025-1 Commercial White Flat Interior Primer

SPEEDHIDEMaxPrime 1 gal. PPG1122-2 Lime Wash Flat Interior Primer

SPEEDHIDEMaxPrime 5 gal. PPG1017-1 Touchable Flat Interior Primer

SPEEDHIDEMaxPrime 5 gal. PPG1122-2 Lime Wash Flat Interior Primer

SPEEDHIDEMaxPrime 5 gal. PPG0993-3 Gosling Gray Interior Primer

SPEEDHIDEMaxPrime 1 gal. PPG1025-1 Commercial White Flat Interior Primer

SPEEDHIDEMaxPrime 1 gal. PPG0993-3 Gosling Gray Flat Interior Primer

SPEEDHIDEMaxPrime 5 gal. PPG1242-2 Touch Of Blue Flat Interior Primer

SPEEDHIDEMaxPrime 5 gal. PPG1043-2 Moondance Flat Interior Primer

SPEEDHIDEMaxPrime 1 gal. PPG1024-2 Antique White Flat Interior Primer

MaxPrime 1 gal. PPG1188-1 Rockabye Baby Flat Interior Primer

SPEEDHIDEMaxPrime 1 gal. PPG1105-2 Fuzzy Sheep Flat Interior Primer

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MaxPrime 5 gal.​ PPG1025-​1 Commercial White Flat Interior Primer

SPEEDHIDEMaxPrime 1 gal.​ PPG1122-​2 Lime Wash Flat Interior Primer

SPEEDHIDEMaxPrime 5 gal.​ PPG1017-​1 Touchable Flat Interior Primer

SPEEDHIDEMaxPrime 5 gal.​ PPG1122-​2 Lime Wash Flat Interior Primer

SPEEDHIDEMaxPrime 5 gal.​ PPG0993-​3 Gosling Gray Interior Primer

SPEEDHIDEMaxPrime 1 gal.​ PPG1025-​1 Commercial White Flat Interior Primer

SPEEDHIDEMaxPrime 1 gal.​ PPG0993-​3 Gosling Gray Flat Interior Primer

SPEEDHIDEMaxPrime 5 gal.​ PPG1242-​2 Touch Of Blue Flat Interior Primer

SPEEDHIDEMaxPrime 5 gal.​ PPG1043-​2 Moondance Flat Interior Primer

SPEEDHIDEMaxPrime 1 gal.​ PPG1024-​2 Antique White Flat Interior Primer

MaxPrime 1 gal.​ PPG1188-​1 Rockabye Baby Flat Interior Primer

SPEEDHIDEMaxPrime 1 gal.​ PPG1105-​2 Fuzzy Sheep Flat Interior Primer

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MaxPrime 5 gal. PPG1025-1 Commercial White Flat Interior Primer

SPEEDHIDEMaxPrime 1 gal. PPG1122-2 Lime Wash Flat Interior Primer

SPEEDHIDEMaxPrime 5 gal. PPG1017-1 Touchable Flat Interior Primer

SPEEDHIDEMaxPrime 5 gal. PPG1122-2 Lime Wash Flat Interior Primer

SPEEDHIDEMaxPrime 5 gal. PPG0993-3 Gosling Gray Interior Primer

SPEEDHIDEMaxPrime 1 gal. PPG1025-1 Commercial White Flat Interior Primer

SPEEDHIDEMaxPrime 1 gal. PPG0993-3 Gosling Gray Flat Interior Primer

SPEEDHIDEMaxPrime 5 gal. PPG1242-2 Touch Of Blue Flat Interior Primer

SPEEDHIDEMaxPrime 5 gal. PPG1043-2 Moondance Flat Interior Primer

SPEEDHIDEMaxPrime 1 gal. PPG1024-2 Antique White Flat Interior Primer

MaxPrime 1 gal. PPG1188-1 Rockabye Baby Flat Interior Primer

SPEEDHIDEMaxPrime 1 gal. PPG1105-2 Fuzzy Sheep Flat Interior Primer