Bulls Eye 1-2-3 5 Gal. White Water-Based Interior/Exterior Primer and Sealer
- 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 5 gal. Water Based White Primer and Sealer provide 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 2000 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 Paint Care fee in the following states: CA, CO, CT, MN, OR, RI, VT
- California residents
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| Primer Purpose | Sealant | Color Changing,Odor Blocking,Stain Blocking | Universal | Color Changing,Low Odor,Sealant,Stain Blocking,Universal |
| Container Size | 5 Gallon | 5 Gallon | 5 Gallon | 5 Gallon |
| Sheen | Flat/Matte | Flat/Matte | Flat/Matte | Flat/Matte |
| Substrate/Surface Use Type | Drywall | Concrete/Brick/Masonry/Stone,Drywall,Metal,Wood | Concrete/Brick/Masonry/Stone,Drywall,Fiberglass,Metal,Plaster,Stucco,Vinyl,Wood | Brick,Concrete,Drywall,Fiberglass,Metal,Plaster,Plastic,Stucco,Vinyl,Wood |
| Application Method | Brush,Paint Sprayer,Roller | Brush,Paint Sprayer,Roller | Brush,Paint Sprayer,Roller | Brush,Paint Sprayer,Roller |
| Paint/Stain Features | Fast Drying,Low Odor,Sealer,Tintable,Top Coat Required | Mildew Resistant | Fast Drying,Mildew Resistant,Sealer,Tintable,Top Coat Required | Fast Drying,Low Odor,Mildew Resistant,Sealer,Tintable,Top Coat Required |
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Specifications
Dimensions
Container Size
5 Gallon
Details
Application Method
Brush,Paint Sprayer,Roller
Base Material
Water Based
Coating Product Category
Primer
Color Family
Whites
Color/Finish
White
Dry to touch (min.)
30 min
Interior/Exterior
Exterior,Interior
Number per Package
1
Paint/Stain Clean Up
Soap & Water
Paint/Stain Features
Mildew Resistant
Paint/Stain/Waterproofer Product Type
Sealer
Primer Purpose
Color Changing,Odor Blocking,Stain Blocking
Returnable
90-Day
Sheen
Flat/Matte
Substrate/Surface Use Type
Concrete/Brick/Masonry/Stone,Drywall,Metal,Wood
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
Satisfaction guaranteed for full refund of purchase price
Questions & Answers
405Questions30Answers
Can i use this on a finerglass hunting blind
Asked by Cmg May 15, 20211
AnswerSure, primer sticks to anything better than paint.
This was recommended as a primer for an outside cement block wall which has efflorescence on it. ...
Asked by Patty May 14, 20212
AnswersI suggest you remove the efflorescence using warm water and a few drops of dawn liquid in 5 gallon bucket, scrub the wall using a scrub brush or sponge. Rinse well, after the wall is dry apply the primer sealer. This is because the salts on the wall may prevent absorption of the primer. Hope this helps.
Can i use this on corrugated galvanized steel to prep for painting?
Asked by Melissa May 12, 20213
AnswersYes, works on all surfaces. Hope this helps.
Can i use this on tile for an adehsion promoter ?
Asked by Marv April 27, 20211
AnswerHappy to Marv. Yes, Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Water Based Primer can be applied to tile, this will provide excellent adhesion for a top coat. Bulls Eye 1-2-3 cannot be applied to floors, it is not designed to withstand foot traffic. - Rust-Oleum Product Support 6
Can you use this on stucco walls?
Asked by Robert April 21, 20212
AnswersHappy to help, Robert. Rust-Oleum Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Primer can definitely be applied to stucco walls. - Rust-Oleum Product Support 5
I erroneously primed my heavily sanded exterior porch floor with this. Do I have to sand it off ...
Asked by Rob April 21, 20213
Answers40 yr painting contractor here why do you say erroneously? it says for 'all surfaces' right on the label. It's an all purpose primer that I use a lot of. short answer: 123 should be a satisfactory choice if the porch is prepared properly finish it out with a high quality deck paint
Can I use it on Mirror to do some fine art work
Asked by Artist March 23, 20213
AnswersNo. This is latex and won’t stick.Oil based primer will stick, or spray primer.
Will Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 work as a primer over a varnished wood?
Asked by ProfBraddock March 20, 20215
AnswersYou're in luck! Yes, Rust-Oleum Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Water-Based Primer can be used over previously finished wood. Just make sure there is no wax on the surface or in the finish. - Rust-Oleum Product Support 3
Can it be used on new pressure treated lumber or on semi-transparent stain applied to older treat...
Asked by Rob March 8, 20215
AnswersYou can’t use anything on new pressure treated lumber, or it will bubble up. So, if one is planning on painting, then pressure treated is not necessary.
I want to repaint my bed frame can I use this primer before I repaint it?
Asked by Brittany March 5, 20215
AnswersYes. It’s good stuff, will adhere to almost anything.
Customer Reviews
Apr 10, 2021
Stain Bleeds Right Through. Does not cover.
See pics. This primer does not cover, even with two coats. Very uneven coverage in any case. A waste of time and money.
by PM
Response from Rust-OleumSupportApr 13, 2021
Thank you for sharing your experience! While Rust-Oleum Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Water-Based Primer will trap most stains in the primer film, we do not recommend it for use on water stains or over tannins on wood that are not water-soluble. Instead, we recommend Rust-Oleum Zinsser Cover Stain Oil-Based Primer for those stain types.
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
Mar 21, 2021
Bad Batch or Bad Product?
I've been doing contract work for 18 years and have never had any issues with a paint or primer. It was my first time using this primer but I will never use it again. I was very disappoint when, after hours of prep-work, I applied a first coat of Bulls Eye primer over some oak wood only to have the tannin show through, even though it says it's able to cover it. I hoped a second coat would fix this, but it didn't. Not only that, but both coats dried with an odd texture as seen in the photos; like I had too much paint or not enough paint on the roller. I don't usually review products but this one is costing me so much time/money that I felt it should be mentioned. Super frustrating to have to sand all this off and start over with something else.
by Henry
Response from Rust-OleumSupportMar 22, 2021
Oh no, this is not what we expect to hear, Henry! Please give us a call at (888) 855-1774, so we can get to the bottom of your experience 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
Dec 12, 2020
I painted my kitchen cabinets with 123 and didn’t have to sand. I also used behr cabinet and trim...
I painted my kitchen cabinets with 123 and didn’t have to sand. I also used behr cabinet and trim paint after I applied the primer. It has been about a year and a half now and the cabinets are still looking great!! Easy to clean. I used white as my color.
by DIYmom
Dec 12, 2020
I am a pro with over 35 years working in the commercial painting industry. This particular job re...
I am a pro with over 35 years working in the commercial painting industry. This particular job required a primer (tinted) that would stick to formica fixtures. I usually use Gripper but choose Zinsser this time. All fixtures were prepped, primed and painted. End product looks good and seems to stick well. Time will tell.
by OasisAssociatesInc
Jul 21, 2020
Did not cover a old hardwood door that I have in my home, but I will continue to put on more coat...
Did not cover a old hardwood door that I have in my home, but I will continue to put on more coats. I wish I could have found something to cover these blotches in one coat or two coats. Probably OK for very light stains that need minimal cover.
by Greg
Response from Rust-OleumSupportJul 22, 2020
Let's talk about this, Greg! If applying Rust-Oleum Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Water-Based Primer on a more porous surface, like bare wood, and additional coat of primer may be needed. Please keep in mind, since this is a primer it will need an opaque topcoat for full durability and coverage. This primer will trap most stains in the paint film and prevent bleed through on the topcoat.
- Rust-Oleum Product Support 3
- Rust-Oleum Product Support 3
Jul 7, 2020
This primer was great.... primed a cement backyard wall with one coat, which was dirty and I need...
This primer was great.... primed a cement backyard wall with one coat, which was dirty and I needed to paint it...one coat of the 1 2 3 primer before the main paint...wall looks great... would recommend it ... nice product
by June
May 30, 2020
I used this to cover 70s wood stained paneling 10 years ago. This primer has held up with no stai...
I used this to cover 70s wood stained paneling 10 years ago. This primer has held up with no stain leaking thru and no dulling of my top coat paint color (sherwin William's top coat). I think I used 2 coats of it and love the results.
I also used recently to cover a 2nd hand dark wood headboard that smelled of cat. Cleaning it up gave no results, once I painted the smell was completely gone. The headboard is like new and I highly reccommend.
by HomeDepotCustomer
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