10 Best Exterior Primers 2024

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KILZ Premium High-Hide Stain Blocking Interior/Exterior Latex Primer/Sealer – ⭐ Best Overall Exterior Primer

13041 by Kilz

  • Color: White
  • Weight: 11.8 pounds
  • Dimensions: 7.2 x 7.2 x 7.8 inches
KILZ Premium High-Hide Stain Blocking Interior/Exterior Latex Primer/Sealer
  • This powerful stain-blocking water-base formula seals surfaces, helps to achieve a uniform finish, hides stains and previous colors and offers excellent adhesion to most interior and exterior surfaces.
  • KILZ Premium offer just the right consistency for a smooth and level finish that seals porous surfaces and fills in small imperfections. It features mildewcide protection to prevent mildew and mold.
  • With excellent adhesion for most surfaces, use on interior and exterior drywall, plaster, woodwork, paneling, masonry and brick. Ideal for high-humidity areas including bathrooms and laundry rooms.
  • Use for color changes, to seal light to medium stains and to minimize surface imperfections caused by texture and porosity differences. For heavy stains, please consider KILZ Max primer.
  • This is a 1-gallon can of KILZ Premium High-Hide Stain Blocking Latex Primer/Sealer in white for interior and exterior surfaces. Covers approximately 300-400 square feet per gallon.
  • Use KILZ Premium under or over latex or oil based paint. Use on properly prepared surfaces free of dust, grease, chalk, mold, rust and peeling paint.
  • Zero VOCs, low odor and easy clean up with soap and water makes it safe to use in occupied homes and work spaces.
  • KILZ has been making premium primers and paints for 40 years. KILZ was named Paint Brand of the Year in 2015 in the Harris Poll EquiTrend Rankings.
  • High hide formula / blocks previous colors & medium stains (water, smoke, tannin, ink, pencil, felt-marker and grease)
  • Seals surfaces for uniform finish
  • Mildew-resistant
  • Zero VOC / Low Odor
  • Use on: wood, ferrous metals, cast iron, wrought iron, steel cured plaster, wallpaper, masonry, CMU, under or over latex or oil based paint

KILZ Premium High-Hide Stain Blocking Interior/Exterior Latex Primer/Sealer – 👑 Premium Pick

13000 by Kilz

  • Color: white
  • Weight: 57.62 pounds
  • Dimensions: 12 x 12 x 11 inches
KILZ Premium High-Hide Stain Blocking Interior/Exterior Latex Primer/Sealer
  • This powerful stain-blocking water-base formula seals surfaces, helps to achieve a uniform finish, hides stains and previous colors and offers excellent adhesion to most interior and exterior surfaces.
  • KILZ Premium offer just the right consistency for a smooth and level finish that seals porous surfaces and fills in small imperfections. It features mildewcide protection to prevent mildew and mold.
  • With excellent adhesion for most surfaces, use on interior and exterior drywall, plaster, woodwork, paneling, masonry and brick. Ideal for high-humidity areas including bathrooms and laundry rooms.
  • Use for color changes, to seal light to medium stains and to minimize surface imperfections caused by texture and porosity differences. For heavy stains, please consider KILZ Max primer.
  • This is a 5-gallon bucket of KILZ Premium High-Hide Stain Blocking Latex Primer/Sealer in white for interior and exterior surfaces. Covers approximately 300-400 square feet per gallon.
  • Use KILZ Premium under or over latex or oil based paint. Use on properly prepared surfaces free of dust, grease, chalk, mold, rust and peeling paint.
  • Zero VOCs, low odor and easy clean up with soap and water makes it safe to use in occupied homes and work spaces.
  • KILZ has been making premium primers and paints for 40 years. KILZ was named Paint Brand of the Year in 2015 in the Harris Poll EquiTrend  Rankings.

KILZ Premium High-Hide Stain Blocking Interior/Exterior Latex Primer/Sealer

13902 by Masterchem Industries

  • Color: White
  • Weight: 3 pounds
  • Dimensions: 4.2 x 4.2 x 4.9 inches
KILZ Premium High-Hide Stain Blocking Interior/Exterior Latex Primer/Sealer
  • This powerful stain-blocking water-base formula seals surfaces, helps to achieve a uniform finish, hides stains and previous colors and offers excellent adhesion to most interior and exterior surfaces.
  • KILZ Premium offer just the right consistency for a smooth and level finish that seals porous surfaces and fills in small imperfections. It features mildewcide protection to prevent mildew and mold.
  • With excellent adhesion for most surfaces, use on interior and exterior drywall, plaster, woodwork, paneling, masonry and brick. Ideal for high-humidity areas including bathrooms and laundry rooms.
  • Use for color changes, to seal light to medium stains and to minimize surface imperfections caused by texture and porosity differences. For heavy stains, please consider KILZ Max primer.
  • This is a 1-quart can of KILZ Premium High-Hide Stain Blocking Latex Primer/Sealer in white for interior and exterior surfaces. Covers approximately 300-400 square feet per gallon.
  • Use KILZ Premium under or over latex or oil based paint. Use on properly prepared surfaces free of dust, grease, chalk, mold, rust and peeling paint.
  • Zero VOCs, low odor and easy clean up with soap and water makes it safe to use in occupied homes and work spaces.
  • KILZ has been making premium primers and paints for 40 years. KILZ was named Paint Brand of the Year in 2015 in the Harris Poll EquiTrend  Rankings.

Rust-Oleum 286258 Primer

286258 by Rust-Oleum

  • Color: Gray
  • Weight: 2.8 pounds
  • Dimensions: 4.3 x 4.3 x 4.9 inches
Rust-Oleum 286258 Primer
  • Interior/Exterior use on new or previously painted drywall, concrete, wood, masonry, metal and glossy or difficult surfaces
  • Water-based formula seals uniformly and will stick to surface without sanding
  • Dries to the touch in just 30 minutes, ready to recoat in 1 hour and covers up to 100 sq. ft.
  • 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

KILZ 2 Multi-Surface Stain Blocking Interior/Exterior Latex Primer/Sealer – 💲 Best Budget Exterior Primer

20902 by Kilz

  • Color: White
  • Weight: 2.9 pounds
  • Dimensions: 9 x 13.1 x 5.3 inches
KILZ 2 Multi-Surface Stain Blocking Interior/Exterior Latex Primer/Sealer
  • A good primer makes paint stick better to surfaces, makes paint color truer, and lets you use less paint. KILZ 2 blocks mild to medium stains, hides previous colors, and has a mildew resistant film.
  • KILZ 2 Latex blocks mild to medium staining from water, grease, ink, pencil and felt marker and is ideal to hide previous colors. It seals porous surfaces and offers strong adhesion for new paint.
  • Use this versatile primer-sealer-stainblocker on interior/exterior surfaces including brick, painted metal, properly prepared glossy surfaces, drywall, paneling, stucco, masonry, plaster and wood.
  • Use for interior/exterior walls or ceilings with mild to medium stains. Top coat with latex or oil-base paints. For tougher interior/exterior jobs, consider KILZ Premium primer.
  • This is a 1-quart can of KILZ 2 Latex Water-Based Primer, Sealer, and Stainblocker for interior and exterior surfaces in white. Covers approximately 300-400 square feet per gallon.
  • Use on properly prepared surfaces free of dust, grease, chalk, mold, rust and peeling paint. Mix well before using. Apply with brush, roller, or spray.
  • KILZ 2 dries to touch within 30 minutes and ready to recoat in an hour.
  • KILZ has been making premium primers and paints for 40 years. KILZ was named Paint Brand of the Year in 2015 in the Harris Poll EquiTrend  Rankings.

KILZ General Purpose Exterior Latex Primer/Sealer

58001 by Kilz

  • Color: White
  • Dimensions: 12.3 x 12.3 x 15 inches
KILZ General Purpose Exterior Latex Primer/Sealer
  • This fast-drying latex primer and sealer is specifically formulated for outdoor use to minimize problems caused by surface texture and porosity differences.
  • KILZ General Purpose Primer seals porous surfaces and offers excellent adhesion for most exterior surfaces.
  • Use on almost all exterior surfaces including stucco, wood, masonry and brick. Not recommended for flooring, glossy surfaces, mold- and mildew-prone surfaces, or for stainblocking.
  • It’s ready to brush, roll or spray and can be topcoated after one hour with latex or oil-based paint.
  • This is a 1-gallon can of KILZ General Purpose Exterior Latex Primer Sealer for exterior surfaces in white. Covers approximately 300-400 square feet per gallon.
  • Use on properly prepared surfaces free of dust, grease, chalk, mold, rust and peeling paint. Mix well before using. Apply with brush, roller, or spray.
  • KILZ General Purpose Exterior Primer Sealer dries to touch in 30 minutes and dries to recoat in one hour.
  • KILZ has been making premium primers and paints for 40 years. KILZ was named Paint Brand of the Year in 2015 in the Harris Poll EquiTrend  Rankings.

Rust-Oleum Corporation 260925 Triple Thick Primer

260925 by Rust-Oleum

  • Color: White
  • Weight: 2.8 pounds
  • Dimensions: 2.3 x 2.3 x 1.3 inches
Rust-Oleum Corporation 260925 Triple Thick Primer
  • The product is peel stop 3x qtr. primer
  • Easy and simple use kit
  • The product is manufactured in china
  • Water-base primer-sealer
  • Interior and exterior
  • Seals worn surfaces for a smooth finish
  • Outstanding flexibility
  • Topcoat with any latex or alkyd paint
  • Water-base primer-sealer
  • Interior and exterior
  • Seals worn surfaces for a smooth finish
  • Outstanding flexibility
  • Topcoat with any latex or alkyd paint

Rust-Oleum 285011

285011 by Rust-Oleum

  • Color: White
  • Weight: 0.75 pounds
  • Dimensions: 2.6 x 2.6 x 7.9 inches
Rust-Oleum 285011
  • Exterior/interior use, great for galvanized steel, wrought iron, railings, furniture, laminate, PVC, porcelain, masonry, glazed brick and more
  • Low odor, low VOC water-based formula has excellent wet adhesion in moist or humid environments
  • Dries to the touch in 30 minutes and covers up to 10-12 sq. ft.
  • Prevents rust and corrosion for enhanced durability
  • White finish creates a strong bond to prepare surface for any topcoat

Prestige Exterior Paint and Primer In One

E400-9 by Prestige Paints

  • Color: White
  • Dimensions: 10.7 x 10.7 x 10.2 inches
  • Warranty: Prestige Exterior Paint when applied according to all label directions on a properly prepared service is warranted for a lifetime. This warranty excludes failure due to structural defects, failure of previous paint or deterioration of the underlying servi
Prestige Exterior Paint and Primer In One
  • Ultra premium paint and primer in one
  • High hiding formula for excellent coverage with smooth application
  • 100% Acrylic latex paint for easy soap and water clean-up
  • Low VOC: Less than 50 gms/L 0. 42 lbs. /gal
  • Durable and washable with premium mildew resistant coating

KILZ L220101 KLEAR Multi-Surface Stain Blocking Interior/Exterior Latex Primer/Sealer

L220101 by Kilz

  • Color: Clear
  • Dimensions: 6.6 x 6.6 x 7.7 inches
  • Warranty: Limited Warranty (see product package for details)
KILZ L220101 KLEAR Multi-Surface Stain Blocking Interior/Exterior Latex Primer/Sealer
  • This high-performance clear primer is formulated to bond and seal porous and chalky interior and exterior surfaces with a tough, flexible, and breathable clear coating.
  • KILZ Klear is an alkali-resistant clear primer and sealer. It helps protect topcoats from "hot" alkali found in masonry, cement and plaster and can be applied to fresh concrete with pH less than 13.
  • Incredibly versatile, KILZ Klear primer can be used to seal porous surfaces and promote adhesion with a transparent flat finish that is particularly effective for same color painting.
  • Use for sealing drywall, plaster, wood, galvanized, aluminum, architectural plastics, masonry and brick. Soap and water cleanup and dries fast - ready to recoat in 1 hour.
  • This is a 1-gallon can of KILZ Klear Multi-Surface Latex Transparent Primer, Sealer, and Binder. It creates a tough, flexible clear primer film. One gallon covers 300 to 400 square feet.
  • Use on properly prepared surfaces free of dust, grease, chalk, mold, rust and peeling paint. Mix well before using. Apply with brush, roller, or spray.Recommended Application Temperature: 50-90
  • KILZ KLEAR dries to touch within 30 minutes and dries to recoat in an hour.
  • KILZ has been making premium primers and paints for 40 years. KILZ was named Paint Brand of the Year in 2015 in the Harris Poll EquiTrend  Rankings.

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