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Best paint primers - November 2025

Last Updated - November 4, 2025

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INSL-X

INSL-X AP100009A-01 Prime All Multi-Surface Primer, White

INSL-X

$33.99

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Main highlights
- Quick drying; topcoat in as little as one hour
- Provides a mildew resistant coating
- Powerful adhesion and stain blocking properties
- Not recommended for use on floor surfaces
- Easy to apply
- Apply when surface and ambient temperature is above 40 °F (4 °C) and below 90 °F (32 °C)
- 400 – 450 square foot coverage per gallon
- 100% acrylic primer that provides strong sealing properties to a variety of interior & exterior surfaces
$33.99
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Rust-Oleum

Rust-Oleum Corporation 271009 Advanced Synthetic Shellac Watercolor Primer, 1-Quart, White

Rust-Oleum

$20.99

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Main highlights
- Ultimate stain blocking
- This product adds a great value
- Seals knots, sap and tannin
- High hiding bright white
$20.99
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Zinsser

1 Quart Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Primer Sealer Stain Killer

Zinsser

$11.68

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Main highlights
- Rust inhibitive ‐ may be used to prime ferrous metal
- Formulated with stain‐blocking resins
- Designed for interior and exterior surfaces
- Bonds to glossy surfaces without scuff sanding
- 35°F low application temperature
$11.68
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Zinsser
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qt Zinsser 276087 White Zinsser, Mold Killing Primer Water-Based Mold Killing Primer

Zinsser

$14.42

$18.98
(24% Off)

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Main highlights
- Water based fungicidal protective coating works under any coating and aides in covering fungal stains. Ideal with ZINSSER Perma‐White.
- Recommended for residential, commercial and industrial applications including bathrooms, basements, wall cavities, window frames, office buildings, factories and more.
- Paint directly over existing mold and mildew without extensive pre‐cleaning. (*Fix all moisture issues. For structurally unsound surfaces, refer to label for remediation guidelines.)
- Kills existing mold, mildew, and odor causing bacteria without extensive pre‐cleaning
- EPA registered ‐ assures product performance and quality. (EPA Reg. No. 87469‐1‐69587)
$14.42
$18.98 (24% Off)
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Zinsser
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Zinsser 286258 Bulls Eye 1-2-3 All Surface Primer, Quart, Gray

Zinsser

$14.48

$17.99
(19% Off)

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Main highlights
- Water-based formula seals uniformly and will stick to surface without sanding
- Interior/Exterior use on new or previously painted drywall, concrete, wood, masonry, metal and glossy or difficult surfaces
- Has excellent stain blocking resistance and can be used over any oil or latex topcoat
- Gray color of primer works great under vibrant, vivid colors saving time and money by improving hide and coverage of deep topcoats
- Dries to the touch in just 30 minutes, ready to recoat in 1 hour and covers up to 100 sq. ft.
$14.48
$17.99 (19% Off)

Best paint primers - November 2025

INSL-X AP100009A-01 Prime All Multi-Surface Primer, White

Rust-Oleum Corporation 271009 Advanced Synthetic Shellac Watercolor Primer, 1-Quart, White

1 Quart Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Primer Sealer Stain Killer

qt Zinsser 276087 White Zinsser, Mold Killing Primer Water-Based Mold Killing Primer

Zinsser 286258 Bulls Eye 1-2-3 All Surface Primer, Quart, Gray

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