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Best paint primers - August 2025

Last Updated - August 19, 2025

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Rust-Oleum

Rust-Oleum 2081830-6PK Stops Rust Automotive Primer Spray, 12 oz, Flat Light Gray, 6 Pack

Rust-Oleum

$32.67

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Main highlights
- Primer spray paint is suitable for use on wood, metal and fiberglass surfaces
- Oil-based paint with Stops Rust formula provides rust resistant base coat for cars, trucks and other vehicles
- High quality spray paint ensures long lasting, durable coating
- Flat finish provides superior adhesion and works with any topcoat
- Covers up to 12 sq. ft. and dries to handle (and can be recoated) in 15 minutes
$32.67
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Rust-Oleum

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

Rust-Oleum

$21.89

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Main highlights
- Ultimate stain blocking
- This product adds a great value
- Seals knots, sap and tannin
- High hiding bright white
$21.89
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Zinsser
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Rust-Oleum ZINSSER 1 qt 02004 White, Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Water-Based Stain Blocking Primer/Sealer

Zinsser

$11.80

$17.99
(34% Off)

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Main highlights
- Water-based formula seals uniformly and will stick to surface without sanding
- One coat hide saves time and money by improving hide and coverage of topcoats
- 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 with any oil or latex topcoat
- Dries to the touch in 35 minutes, ready to topcoat in 1 hour and covers up between 87-112 sq. ft. per quart
- Can be applied in temperatures as low as 35 degrees Fahrenheit
$11.80
$17.99 (34% Off)
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Zinsser

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

Zinsser

$9.97

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

Zinsser

$13.18

$17.99
(26% 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.
$13.18
$17.99 (26% Off)

Best paint primers - August 2025

Rust-Oleum 2081830-6PK Stops Rust Automotive Primer Spray, 12 oz, Flat Light Gray, 6 Pack

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

Rust-Oleum ZINSSER 1 qt 02004 White, Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Water-Based Stain Blocking Primer/Sealer

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

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

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