PREMIUM 5 Gal. White Interior/Exterior Primer, Heavy-Duty High Hide Sealer, and Stain Blocker
$14500
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- Seals porous surfaces
- High hiding formula
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Product Overview
A little primer investment goes a long way
Priming helps ensure a better quality finish that will last by addressing surface problems prior to painting
KILZ is a trusted brand by pros and DIY’ers for over 45 years
KILZ has water-based and oil-based primers to help in different ways
KILZ primers can handle your projects
From KILZ 2 ALL-PURPOSE to legacy oil-based KILZ ORIGINAL primers to our specialty products, there is a Kilz primer for you.
Seals porous surfaces
Sealing the surface helps achieve a uniform professional quality finish using less coats of paint
Hides scuffs, stains and previous colors
Our high hiding primers hide previous colors well; making them ideal for color change projects
Powerful stain blocking
Our stain blocking primers are proven performers when it comes to blocking stains to prevent leaching through the topcoat
Excellent adhesion
Excellent adhesion to the surface and also to the topcoat paint helps ensure a longer lasting quality finish
Drywall
Most pros apply primer to drywall to seal the surface and ensure a uniform finish
Wood
Primer fills the grain in the wood helping to smooth out the finish
Brick
Painting over brick is a popular alternative to replacing it. Priming first before painting helps make it look its best
Masonry
Priming with alkali-resistant primer helps solve adhesion problems caused by high pH levels in some masonry
Plaster/Stucco
Lime from plaster can cause stains to bleed through the topcoat. Stucco may absorb moisture from the topcoat discoloring it.
Other Surfaces
KILZ has multi-use, multi-surface primers and specialty primers that solve specific problems including hard to paint surfaces
New Look, Same Trusted Formula, KILZ PREMIUM 5 Gal. Primer is a superior quality, interior/exterior, fast drying, low odor, water-base, primer-sealer-stain blocker. Formulated to minimize problems caused by color changes, minor stains, surface textures and porosity differences, it offers excellent adhesion and provides a mildew resistant coating. KILZ PREMIUM can be used on furniture, drywall, plaster, woodwork, stucco, paneling, wallpaper, masonry, brick, painted metal and properly prepared glossy surfaces.
- High hiding formula blocks previous colors and medium to heavy stains
- Use on a broad range of interior and exterior surfaces
- Mildew resistant finish makes it ideal for high humidity areas such as laundry and bathrooms
- Low odor formula is great for interior priming and stain-blocking in occupied environments
- Apply topcoat after using KILZ Primers
- Fast-drying formula is ready for a second coat in as little as 1 hour
- Excellent adhesion enhances topcoat durability
- Can be top-coated with latex or oil-base paints
- Seals surfaces for uniform finish
- Easy soap and water cleanup
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- Online Price includes a Paint Care fee in the following states: CA, CO, CT, DC, ME, MN, OR, RI, VT, WA
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| Brand | BEHR | KILZ | KILZ RESTORATION | Zinsser |
| Name | 5 Gal. White Acrylic Interior/Exterior Multi-Surface Stain-Blocking Primer and Sealer | PREMIUM 5 Gal. White Interior/Exterior Primer, Heavy-Duty High Hide Sealer, and Stain Blocker | 5 Gal. White Interior Primer, Sealer, and Stain Blocker | 5 gal. B-I-N Shellac-Based White Interior Primer and Sealer |
| Price | $12800 | $14500 | $20500 | $22500 |
| Ratings | (1044) | (2325) | (802) | (1104) |
| Paint/Stain/Waterproofer Product Type | General Purpose | General Purpose | General Purpose | Sealer |
| Primer Purpose | Universal | Color Changing,Low Odor,Sealant,Stain Blocking,Universal | Color Changing,Odor Blocking,Sealant,Stain Blocking | Color Changing,Odor Blocking,Stain Blocking |
| Container Size | 5 Gallon | 5 Gallon | 5 Gallon | 5 Gallon |
| Sheen | Flat/Matte | Flat/Matte | Flat/Matte | Flat/Matte |
| Surface Material Use | Concrete/Brick/Masonry/Stone,Drywall,Fiberglass,Metal,Plaster,Stucco,Vinyl,Wood | Brick,Concrete,Drywall,Fiberglass,Metal,Plaster,Plastic,Stucco,Vinyl,Wood | Ceiling,Concrete/Brick/Masonry/Stone,Drywall,Metal,Plaster,Wood | Concrete/Brick/Masonry/Stone,Drywall,Metal,Wood |
| Application Method | Brush,Paint Sprayer,Roller | Brush,Paint Sprayer,Roller | Brush,Paint Sprayer,Roller | Brush,Paint Sprayer,Roller |
| Paint/Stain Features | Fast Drying,Mildew Resistant,Sealer,Tintable,Top Coat Required | Fast Drying,Low Odor,Mildew Resistant,Sealer,Tintable,Top Coat Required | Fast Drying,Low Odor,Sealer,Tintable,Top Coat Required | Sealer |
| Base Material | Acrylic | Water Based | Water Based | Shellac |
| View Product | View Product | View Product | View Product |
Specifications
Dimensions
| Container Size | 5 Gallon |
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Details
| Application Method | Brush,Paint Sprayer,Roller | Base Material | Water Based |
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| Coating Product Category | Primer | Color Family | White |
| Color Family | Whites | Color/Finish | White |
| Dry to touch (min.) | 30 min | Interior/Exterior | Exterior,Interior |
| Number of coats recommended | 1 | Number per Package | 1 |
| Paint/Stain Clean Up | Soap & Water | Paint/Stain Features | Fast Drying,Low Odor,Mildew Resistant,Sealer,Tintable,Top Coat Required |
| Paint/Stain/Waterproofer Product Type | General Purpose | Primer Purpose | Color Changing,Low Odor,Sealant,Stain Blocking,Universal |
| Returnable | Non-Returnable | Sheen | Flat/Matte |
| Surface Material Use | Brick,Concrete,Drywall,Fiberglass,Metal,Plaster,Plastic,Stucco,Vinyl,Wood |
Warranty / Certifications
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited Warranty |
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Customer Reviews
May 31, 2022
confused
I've used Kilz before, but never Kilz3. T hought it would be the perfect paint for a kitchen that had heavy staining. I'm not sure what type of paint was existing. It may have been oil and the walls are plaster. Kilz was applied with an airless sprayer but did not adhere well. The places that I had repaired, where walls were essentially new, look great, but the old walls, dripped and in several spots the Kilz got into hairline cracks in the old paint and caused it to bubble. After one coat, stains definitely still show through.
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May 28, 2022
Excellent High Hide Sealer & Stain Blocker.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Bought Kilz3 To Cover Tobacco Smoke Stained Ceiling Tiles That Was Installed 11yrs Ago.
I Cleaned The Plastic Grid With Purple Power & Cotton Balls, I Didn't Clean The Tiles. Huge Difference After 1 Coat, Like New After 2 Coats!
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Customer review from kilz.comMay 19, 2022
Kilz for base coat
We were painting our brand new gaci as board and used thus bwfire painting.
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Apr 5, 2022
Got rid of a 3 year old stain that sanding couldn't remove
Amazing product! Had a bad stain on my door, and this covered it immediately!
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Jan 25, 2022
Old fieldstone foundation!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Two inch throw away brush and kilz3! Work it into the crumbly stuff, too. Wouldn’t try this with other paint. Two coats makes it look like it was poured on. Fast dry and NO SMELL! Amazing! I’m a retired professional painter. This technique eliminates all that messy prep work the “experts” say you have to do!
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Customer review from kilz.comDec 13, 2021
Great primer beautiful finish
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love this primer
This isn’t the first time to buy kilz, but it was the 1st time buy kilz 3 and I’m so pleased with how easy it is to use and the way it covers and primes for painting. Will be buying more
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Customer review from kilz.comNov 29, 2021
Sub par
I bought this last week to hide ceiling paint and stains due to smokers. I used killz for the first coat and then the premium after and it failed to cover the stains
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Response from Joanne, Kilz Customer CareNov 30, 2021
Hi Anton, thank you for your review. I’m so sorry the primer didn’t cover the stains on your ceiling. Our Kilz 3 Premium Primer isn’t recommended for blocking smoke stains. So I suggest re-priming with our Kilz Restoration Primer instead as it’s great for covering heavy smoke stains. Customer satisfaction is important to us, and we appreciate your feedback. I’ll reach out to you directly to assist you with this further. Thank you again for taking the time to share your experience with us, and I hope to hear from you soon! -Joni
Customer review from kilz.comOct 15, 2021
Pollinator Palaces
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I bought this to paint hive boxes that are placed outside year round. I have found the better the paint job the longer the box stays viable. I have found the primer to be the biggest factor and this one seals up well and takes paint great
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Customer review from kilz.comOct 12, 2021
Very good coverage, sprays good too for good base!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have been using Kilz premium 3 exclusively since I began my furniture restoration. It’s works excellent if sprayed or brushed!
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Customer review from kilz.comOct 11, 2021
Great product
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I've been using this product for years in my small painting business and we have good quality coverage and finishes
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