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Best paints primers - September 2025

Last Updated - September 25, 2025

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INSL-X
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INSL-X SXA11009A-04 Stix Acrylic Waterborne Bonding Primer, 1 Quart, White

INSL-X

$25.33

$33.57
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- Premium-quality, acrylic-urethane bonding primer-sealer with unparalleled adhesion to the most challenging surfaces, including glossy tile, PVC, vinyl, plastic, glass, glazed block, glossy paint, pre-coated siding, fiberglass, and galvanized metals.
- Low VOC and easy soap and water cleanup.
- Fully cures in temperatures as low as 35 °F.
- Excellent enamel holdout, providing a great base for an even topcoat finish.
- Bonds to "hard-to-coat" surfaces and can be top coated with almost any product.
- Bonding primer for drywall, plaster, ceiling, acoustical tile, wood trim and doors, Formica, ceramic tiles, glossy surfaces, PVC plastic, masonry walls, wood, trim, shutters, masonry, stucco, concrete, cement block, galvanized metal, aluminum, and other challenging surfaces.
- Before painting, review the INSL-X STIX label for proper preparation and application tips.
- 75 - 100 square foot coverage for interior or exterior use
$25.33
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Zinsser

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

Zinsser

$18.99

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- 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)
$18.99
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Zinsser

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

Zinsser

$11.68

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- 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

Zinsser 02244 Bulls Eye Water-Base Primer and Sealer, Quart, White

Zinsser

$9.97

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- Water-based low-odor formula provides exceptional stain hiding even on dark or porous surfaces
- Use to prime interior surfaces such as walls, doors, trim, plaster, concrete and more
- Dries to the touch in 30 minutes and covers up to 100 sq. ft. per quart
- Creates a uniform flat-finish surface ideal for top coating
- Adheres to slick surfaces without the need for deglossing or sanding
$9.97
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The Army Painter

The Army Painter Base Primer Matt Black, 400 mL Acrylic Spray Primer, Spray Paint Basecoat for Miniature Priming, Tabletop Roleplaying, Boardgames, and Wargames Miniature Modelling

The Army Painter

$16.19

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- 🧙 Very matt and with a superior coverage - leaving the miniatures in a perfect condition for applying coats of paints. Remember to always check our video tutorials on how to use Colour Primers.
- 🧙 VERSATILITY AND EXCELLENT COVERAGE - The Colour Primers unique formula has been designed to be used on all metal, plastic and resin miniatures and leaves a perfect finish. NB: Production Date Indicated on Bottom of Can, not the Expiration Date
- 🧙 SAVE TIME AND MONEY - All Colour Primers of The Army Painter are an ingenious combination of traditional Primer and highly pigmented Colour Spray in one to save you both time and money. No need for 2 different sprays - all you need is 1 Colour Primer
- 🧙 ACRYLIC AND FAST DRYING - All Army Painter primers are Acrylic based, matte and dry very quickly. Be sure to read the best-use guide printed on the can and clean your nozzles by spraying the can upside down for a bit after each use to ensure longevity for any spray paint
- 🧙 ACRYLIC AND FAST DRYING - All Army Painter primers are Acrylic based, matte and dry very quickly. Be sure to read the best-use guide printed on the can and clean your nozzles by spraying the can upside down for a bit after each use to ensure longevity for any spray paint
$16.19

Best paints primers - September 2025

INSL-X SXA11009A-04 Stix Acrylic Waterborne Bonding Primer, 1 Quart, White

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

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

Zinsser 02244 Bulls Eye Water-Base Primer and Sealer, Quart, White

The Army Painter Base Primer Matt Black, 400 mL Acrylic Spray Primer, Spray Paint Basecoat for Miniature Priming, Tabletop Roleplaying, Boardgames, and Wargames Miniature Modelling

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