10 Best Exterior Primer of March 2024

List of Top Rated Exterior Primer from thousands of customer reviews & feedback.

Updated On Mar 2024

1,720 Reviews Studied

By Customer Ratings

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KILZ Premium High-Hide Stain Blocking Interior/Exterior Latex Primer/Sealer, White, 1 quart Read Review

  • 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.

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KILZ General Purpose Exterior Latex Primer/Sealer, White, 1 Gallon Read Review

  • 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.

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KILZ 2 Multi-Surface Stain Blocking Interior/Exterior Latex Primer/Sealer, White, 1-gallon Read Review

  • 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-gallon 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.

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Rust-Oleum 286258 Primer, 31.5 oz, Gray Read Review

  • 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

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RUST-OLEUM 249933 1-2-3 Plus Quart Read Review

  • The product is QT INT/EXT LTX Primer
  • Easy and simple use kit
  • The product is manufactured in United States
  • Primer for all projects.
  • First water-based primer that blocks water stains.
  • Dries in one hour.
  • Sticks to any surface.
  • Covers approximately 350 to 400 square feet per gallon depending on surface type.
  • Primer for all projects.
  • First water-based primer that blocks water stains.
  • Dries in one hour.
  • Sticks to any surface.
  • Covers approximately 350 to 400 square feet per gallon depending on surface type.

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INSL-X PS800009A-01 Prime Lock Plus Alkyd Primer, 1 Gallon, White Read Review

  • Fast-drying, multi-purpose Alkyd-based coating that primes and seals a variety of substrates and hard to block stains with excellent adhesion
  • High hiding Alkyd primer that seals stains from water, smoke damage, and more
  • Superior adhesion to glossy surfaces
  • Quick drying; re-coat in as little as 1 hour
  • 300 - 350 square foot coverage per gallon
  • Apply when temperature is above 45 °F (7.2 °C)
  • Do not paint if surface temperature is within 5 degrees of the dew point

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Zinsser 03504 Cover Stain Interior/Exterior Oil Primer Sealer, 1-Quart, White Read Review

  • Cover stain, QT, Oil based stain killer primer/sealer
  • Adds extra shine to your product
  • Manufactured in United States
  • High-hiding formula blocks most stains and helps seal water, smoke and nicotine stains
  • Sticks to interior and exterior surfaces and sands easily
  • Great for new construction, remodeling or repainting work and priming small projects
  • Dries-quickly on interior surfaces and helps provide enamel undercoating performance
  • Use on exterior surfaces to help deliver full penetration and flexibility on surfaces

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Rust-Oleum Corporation 260925 Triple Thick Primer, 1-Quart, White Read Review

  • 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

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KILZ Exterior Siding, Fence, and Barn Paint, White, 1-gallon Read Review

  • A good exterior paint offers coverage and protection against the elements, while adding beauty to outdoor structures. This is an all purpose exterior paint resists cracking, peeling and blistering.
  • This paint features a unique water/oil base formula for exceptional adhesion, versatility, and longevity in varied conditions.
  • Use on vertical exterior wood surfaces as well as masonry, stucco, and sanded glossy surfaces. Remove mildew, peeling paint, mill glaze, loose wood fibers, dirt, and debris before painting.
  • This paint dries to the touch in 2-3 hours. Allow 6 to 8 hours of drying prior to recoating.
  • This is a 1-gallon can of KILZ Exterior Siding, Fence, and Barn Paint in white. Ideal for vertical exterior surfaces.
  • Coverage varies by porosity from approximately 200 square feet per gallon on porous surfaces to u 500 square feet per gallon on smooth, nonporous surfaces.
  • Keep a wet edge and always back-brush or back-roll during all application methods. Paint can be sprayed, brushed, or roll on.
  • 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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Rust-Oleum Corporation 260924 Triple Thick Primer, 1-Gallon, White Read Review

  • Apply directly over rust
  • Dries to touch 10 min
  • Cover seams, cracks, flashings, fasteners, and drains
  • 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