Questions and Answers for Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 2 Gal. White Water-Based Interior/Exterior Primer and Sealer

A:  Great question! Yes, Rust-Oleum Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Water-Based Primer can be used on exterior fiberglass surfaces, including doors. - Rust-Oleum Product Support 3

A:  Happy to help! Rust-Oleum Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Water-Based Primer will adhere to most surfaces and can be topcoated with oil or water-based paints. Make sure the surface is thoroughly cleaned and allowed to dry prior to priming. While not required, lightly sanding high-touch areas and edges can help promote full adhesion and longevity. - Rust-Oleum Product Support 3

A:  Happy to help! While Rust-Oleum Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Water-Based Primer can be used for some tannins on bare wood, we do not recommend it for sealing knots. Instead, we recommend Rust-Oleum Zinsser B-I-N Shellac-Based Primer to spot prime wood knots and sap streaks. If this is for exterior surfaces, the B-I-N can only be used to spot prime these areas before priming the whole surface with an exterior-grade primer. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Zinsser-1-qt-White-B-I-N-Shellac-Based-Interior-Primer-and-Sealer-00904/100398380 - Rust-Oleum Product Support 3

A:  We appreciate your interest, Moe! While Rust-Oleum Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Water-Based Primer can be used with most topcoats, please keep in mind that this primer will not have the same flexibility of an elastomeric paint. We recommend checking with the paint manufacture for their priming recommendations to ensure the best results. - Rust-Oleum Product Support 3

A:  Happy to clear things up, Kimbo! Rust-Oleum Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Water-Based Primer is not considered to be a waterproofing primer. - Rust-Oleum Product Support 3

A:  Great question, Paul! Yes, Rust-Oleum Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Water-Based Primer can be used on rusty metal and helps inhibit rust. In additional to removing peeling paint, loose and flaking rust also needs to be removed with a wire brush or by sanding. - Rust-Oleum Product Support 3

A:  Happy to clear things up, Susan! Rust-Oleum Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Water-Based Primer is suitable for use over our shellac-based primers. However, if wanting to use over a wood finish, the shellac may contain wax and can prevent the adhesion of our primers. If a wood finish shellac was used, we recommend using Rust-Oleum Zinsser SealCoat Universal Sanding Sealer as an intermediate coat before applying any primer or paint. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Zinsser-1-gal-Universal-Sanding-Sealers-2-Pack-851/202057181 - Rust-Oleum Product Support 3

A:  Great question, Brian! Yes, Rust-Oleum Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Water-Based Primer can be applied with a paint sprayer. - Rust-Oleum Product Support 3

A:  Happy to help, Dave. Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Water Based Primer can be applied to aluminum surfaces, however, it cannot be applied to any surfaces that will be immersed in water, such as the bottom of a boat. - Rust-Oleum Product Support 6

A:  Happy to help, Kuen. Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Water Based Primer can be applied to laminate surfaces without sanding. Surfaces should be clean, dry, sound, and free of dust, dirt, excessive chalky material, grime, grease, oil, wax, mildew, wallpaper, adhesive or any contamination that may interfere with adhesion. If unsure of cleanliness, always wash the surface with an appropriate ammoniated cleaning solution or solvent (do not use TSP as a cleaner). - Rust-Oleum Product Support 6