Bulls Eye 1-2-3 2 Gal. White Water-Based Interior/Exterior Primer and Sealer
$49.98
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Apply for a Home Depot Consumer Card- Primer preps for paint, blocks stain and odors on surfaces
- Resists blistering, peeling and mold and mildew growth
- Ultra-low odor water based primer dries to touch in 35 minutes
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Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 2 gal. Water Based White Primer and Sealer provides excellent adhesion to glossy surfaces without sanding. It's great for interior and exterior surfaces. Outstanding low VOC and low odor formula is designed to resist blistering, peeling and mold and mildew growth. Works great in low temperatures, inhibits rust and seal tanning bleed.
- For all surfaces, use on interior and exterior new or previously painted drywall, wood, masonry and more, adheres to tough surfaces, such as chalky exterior siding and trim, galvanized metal, and hardboard
- Covers up to 800 sq. ft.
- Flat/matte white finish
- Features a breathable, water-based formula designed to resist blistering, peeling and mold and mildew growth
- Mildew resistant film
- Permanently blocks and seals common stains, graffiti, and tannin bleed, rust inhibitive - great for new metal
- Dries to the touch in 35 minutes
- Fast drying, ultra-low odor water-based primer and sealer is perfect for everyday use and can be applied under or over any topcoat
- Dried film is mold and mildew resistant making it ideal for high-humidity areas such as laundry rooms and bathrooms
- Clean up with soap and water
- Online price includes PaintCare fee in the following states: CA, CO, CT, DC, ME, MN, OR, RI, VT, WA
- Return Policy
- California residents
Specifications
Questions & Answers
499Questions
Q:Can I use this on my cast iron radiators? Thank you.
by|Oct 20, 2022
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Q:Can you use this as a primer for exterior wood stain
by|Oct 17, 2022
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Q:how many coats do i need to put on a brick fireplace
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Q:Can i use this on rv wall
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Oct 5, 2022
Quality primer, been using this brand for over 30 years,...
Quality primer, been using this brand for over 30 years, it’s never let us down, as with everything, price is getting higher, but, the quality is still there.
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Sep 3, 2022
Peels off joint compound
I used this product on new drywall. A few weeks after I had primed and painted I had to do some rework due to minor drywall damage. As I was working the area the paint and primer started to peel off the area that was joint compound. It sticks fine to the paper part of the drywall but what good is it if it doesn't stick to joint compound. I will never use this product again.
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Response from Rust-OleumSupportSep 6, 2022
Let's talk about this, John! When repairing drywall, the joint compound may need time to cure before priming with Rust-Oleum Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Water-Based Primer or the areas may need to be sealed. If needing further assistance, please give us a call at (888) 855-1774.
- Rust-Oleum Product Support 3
- Rust-Oleum Product Support 3
Jun 1, 2022
Great product
Great product to prime your wood items. Love how the coverage.
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May 19, 2022
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I needed to paint bee boxes.
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Apr 23, 2022
No good. Doesn't coat well.
Seems to defeat purpose of primer. Very hard to get primer to cover evenly. Even second coat had problem sticking. Home Depot recommended this brand but I think I wasted time and money with this.
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Response from Rust-OleumSupportApr 25, 2022
We need to know more to get to the bottom of this Heidi. Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Water Base Primer has excellent adhesion to properly prepped surfaces. Give us a call at 888-855-1774 so we can hear more about your application and try to make things right.
- Rust-Oleum Product Support 6
- Rust-Oleum Product Support 6
Apr 15, 2022
Went on poor, rolled poor, looks poor
I have never had paint go on like this. It went on both thick and thin somehow, and would pick back up on the roller if I dared go over the same spot in quick succession. I ignored it at first, but then noticed the primer looked like it was melting off the wall in places. I tried applying thick and thin coats to not avail. I am now trying to scrape off all the paint I can, and will have to sand the whole room. These walls were scrubbed clean and thoroughly dried before painting.
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Response from Rust-OleumSupportApr 15, 2022
Yikes, something is amiss here, and we need to gather more details to get to the bottom of it! Please give us a call at (888) 855-1774 to talk with us further about your application with Rust-Oleum Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Water-Based Primer. We hope you will give us a chance to try to make things right with you!
- Rust-Oleum Product Support 3
- Rust-Oleum Product Support 3
Apr 5, 2022
So far, So good
Bought this so I could apply paint to "oil-finished wood" rocking chairs. Seems to bind well on top of the oil stain, and seems to accept the paint on top. Time will only tell how the paint finish stays on without cracking, etc. This primer went on easily, but it's not as easy as paint to wash off of your skin.
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Dec 28, 2021
bare wood
do not use. I used this on my bare wood cabinets. used two coats and can still see the stains. PLEASE use the good primer - zinesser
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Response from Rust-OleumSupportDec 29, 2021
We want to try to help, Marc! Rust-Oleum Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Water-Based Primer will trap most stains in the primer film and prevent bleed through to the final topcoat. And while this primer can be used with some types of tannin, an oil-based primer may be better suited. We recommend Rust-Oleum Zinsser Cover Stain Oil-Based Primer for most bare wood surfaces.
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Zinsser-Cover-Stain-1-gal-White-Oil-Based-Interior-Exterior-Primer-and-Sealer-3501/100398377
- Rust-Oleum Product Support 3
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Zinsser-Cover-Stain-1-gal-White-Oil-Based-Interior-Exterior-Primer-and-Sealer-3501/100398377
- Rust-Oleum Product Support 3
Oct 6, 2021
Buy the Item !!!!!!
Love the Primer!!!!!!! I did my kitchen cabinets and it covered a lot the first time rolling. I highly recommend and would definitely bug it again. Great product and price!!!!
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Oct 5, 2021
Very thin primer. Drips easily….
No smell!...
Very thin primer. Drips easily….
No smell!
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Response from Rust-OleumSupportOct 6, 2021
Thank you for sharing your experience, Kitty! To ensure the best consistency with Rust-Oleum Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Water-Based Primer, it is essential that the product is thoroughly mixed prior to each use and often during application. Care needs to be taken to mix along the sides and bottom of the can.
- Rust-Oleum Product Support 3
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