Best primers to use on anything from wood to drywall
Painting can be daunting, especially when tackling large projects like exterior walls or an entire house. Whether you’re a DIY enthusiast or a professional painter with extensive experience, having the right tool for the job is essential. In this blog post, we will explore the world of paint sprayers, from airless sprayers and HVLP sprayers … Read more
You should use a primer when painting bathroom ceilings due to the high moisture levels in these areas. Primers help to ensure that paint adheres to the top correctly, preventing bubbling or peeling caused by excess humidity. Best Primer for Bathroom Ceilings The best primer for bathroom ceilings with brown water stains is an oil-based … Read more
Introduction Zinsser CoverStain Oil-Based Primer is a high-performance primer ideal for use on various surfaces, including wood, metal, masonry, and concrete. It’s perfect for painting over previously stained or painted surfaces. This product can be used in interior and exterior projects such as decks, fences, porches; garages; basements; bathrooms; kitchens, and laundry rooms. In this … Read more
Applying primer is a necessary part of any home painting project. Trying to paint over an old, worn surface will result in a poor-quality finished product. Cabinet primer is formulated to provide an ideal surface for topcoat paint to adhere to without flaking or peeling. It also prevents mildew from developing into the underlying woodwork. … Read more
**If you have to paint over oil-based paints, it is important that the primer you use is also oil-based. If it is not, the topcoat will peel or blister. Water-based paint can be used as a topcoat over water-based primer. If you are using latex paint as a top coat, make sure that it is … Read more
Oil-based primers are an excellent choice when it comes to preparing surfaces for painting. They are durable, provide excellent adhesion, and are great for sealing porous surfaces. Oil-based primers also work well to block stains and tannin bleeds. This blog post will discuss the best oil-based primers available today. Zinsser CoverStain is a high-quality oil-based … Read more
You might have heard the hype about INSL-X Stix bonding primer, but is Stix really a good primer?The short answer is Yes! In many cases, you will be amazed at the adhesion that this primer promotes. What is Stix primer? Stix is a waterborne bonding primer that will stick to glass and tile if prepped … Read more
If you want to paint over peeling paint you will need to peel off as much as you can, unfortunately. The reason being is that if your paint is peeling that means it is not adhering to the surface. This can be caused by a chemical bond failure or a mechanical bond failure. Once you … Read more
Everybody has their preferences when choosing the best primer for your kitchen cabinets. I think the best bonding primer for painting kitchen cabinets is an oil-based primer for various reasons. Although it might not be the best-smelling product to use, it makes up for its durability, ability to block stains and tannin bleed, and it’s … Read more
Paint primer has a multitude of attributes. They are not only stain blockers but they are also a base coat that provides adhesion on a problem or hard to stick to surfaces. With so many options available it can get a little confusing choosing the right primer for the right job. Should you use an … Read more