This interior primer is perfect for covering dark paint. It provides great adhesion and coverage to hide the existing paint, creating a barrier that will make future painting projects easier. It dries quickly and can be used on a variety of surfaces, including wood, drywall, and metal. It is low-odor and low-VOC, making it safe to use indoors. It provides excellent coverage and good opacity, leaving a smooth, even finish. It won’t fade or yellow over time, so you can be sure of a lasting, professional look.
Editor’s Top 10 Best Interior Primer To Cover Dark Paint, 2023 Review Roundup
1#. ZINSSER 1 qt 260925 White, Peel Stop Triple Thick Ponding Primer
Features
Use on peeling or worn interior or exterior surfaces including wood, metal, concrete and more
Triple-thick formula penetrates and bonds with cracked or peeling surfaces to glue down edges and fill in gaps for a smooth finish
Dries to the touch in 30 minutes, can be recoated in 2 hours and covers between 12-50 sq. ft. per quart depending on surface porosity
Creates a smooth, flexible, sealed finish
Top coat with any alkyd or latex paint
Water-base primer-sealer
Interior and exterior
Seals worn surfaces for a smooth finish
Outstanding flexibility
Topcoat with any latex or alkyd paint
2#. Zinsser by Rust-Oleum 3609 Oil-Base Spray Primer, White, 16 oz, (Pack of 1)
Features
Price for: each surface: wood, metal, masonry, drywall, or tile surface item: spray primer Color: white exposure conditions: mild to moderate Color family: whites net weight: 16 oz. Base Type: Oil application
Temperature: 40 to 90 degrees F dry time recoat: 1 hr
Country of origin (subject to change): United States
Interior and exterior
3#. Zinsser 03504 Cover Stain Interior/Exterior Oil Primer Sealer, 1-Quart, White
Features
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
4#. KILZ Stainblocking Ceiling Paint, Interior, White, 1 Gallon
Features
CEILING PAINT: KILZ Stainblocking Ceiling Paint is a unique combination of stainblocking technology and a coverage/dry time indicator.
ADVANCED FORMULA: This splatter-resistant formula rolls on easily with low odor making it a great choice for any room. This color changing, stainblocking paint offers excellent coverage for water stains, color changes and to brighten drab ceilings. This ceiling paint rolls on with a subtle pink color that dries to white in under an hour.
APPLICATION: For use on all interior ceilings. Apply with a quality nylon/polyester brush or a 3/8″-1/2″ nap roller depending on surface texture. Can also be applied with a sprayer. Multiple coats may be required for complete hide.
SUPERIOR COVERAGE: This 1 Gallon can of KILZ Color-Change Stainblocking Interior Ceiling Paint covers approximately 250 square feet per gallon on porous surfaces and up to 400 square feet per gallon on smooth, non-porous surfaces. Dries to touch in 1 hour. Recoat as needed after 2 hours, for maximum stainblocking, recoat after 4 hours.
KILZ has been making premium primers and paints for 40 years and leverage this experience in every gallon of KILZ Paint. Named Paint Brand of the Year in 2015 in the Harris Poll EquiTrend Rankings. Lifetime Limited Warranty (see label for details).
5#. Rust-Oleum Corporation 03959 Odorless OB Stain Blocker Primer, 13 Ounce (Pack of 1), White
Features
Interior use on including wood, drywall, plaster, concrete, masonry and more
Low-VOC oil-based primer is great for residential and commercial use
Dries to touch in 30 minutes and covers up to 12 sq. ft. per can
High solids formula provides excellent coverage over all topcoats
Flat bright white finish does not yellow over time
Seals stains from water, fire and smoke damage
Non-yellowing, dries flat, sands easily
Use with all topcoats
6#. Zinsser 3608 Cover Stain Oil Base Primer Spray, 13 oz, White
Features
Get ultimate hiding power indoors and out with Zinsser Cover Stain Primer
Spray primer seals, blocks stains and gives great adhesion
Requires no sanding, hides dark colors and prevents tannin bleed
High-hiding formula blocks most stains and helps seal water, smoke and nicotine stains
Sticks to interior and exterior surfaces and sands easily
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
7#. Zinsser 276087 Mold Killing Primer, Quart, White
Features
Protective primer specially formulated to paint over and kill existing mold, mildew, moss, fungi and odor causing bacteria on non-porous interior and exterior surfaces
Low odor, water-based coating cleans up easily with soap and water
Covers up to 160 square feet, dries to the touch in 30 minutes and recoats within one hour for quick project completion
Formulated to kill existing mold, mildew and odor causing bacteria along with an EPA registered antimicrobial to prevent future growth of mold, mildew and other fungal organisms on the paint film
Works with any topcoat, ideal for use with ZINSSER perma-white. Binds chalky siding, masonry, and metal
8#. Rust-Oleum 1993502 Painter’s Touch Brush Multi-Purpose Enamel Paint, 1 Quarts (Pack of 1), Semi-Gloss White, 32 Fl Oz
Features
Use for a variety of indoor and outdoor project surfaces including wood, metal, plaster, masonry or unglazed ceramic
Water-based acrylic formula is low odor, resist chips and provides long-lasting protection
Covers up to 120 sq ft and dries to touch in 30 minutes for quick project completion
Semi-gloss finish provides a soft shine on surfaces, goes on smoothly and provides excellent hide
Prior to application sand surfaces with 180/200 grit sandpaper, then wash with a degreaser, allow the surface to dry and apply paint
9#. ZINSSER 1 qt 02004 White, Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Water-Based Stain Blocking Primer/Sealer
Features
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 35 minutes, ready to topcoat in 1 hour and covers up between 87-112 sq. ft. per quart
Has excellent stain blocking resistance and can be used with any oil or latex topcoat
One coat hide saves time and money by improving hide and coverage of topcoats
10#. KILZ L200201 Restoration Maximum Stain and Odor Blocking Interior Latex Primer/Sealer, White, 1-gallon, 1 Gallon (Pack of 1), 128 Fl Oz
Features
PRIMER | SEALER | STAINBLOCKER: KILZ RESTORATION Primer (Formerly KILZ MAX) is a new generation water-based primer, sealer and stainblocker offering performance of traditional oil and shellac-based primers. It blocks tough stains and odors and provides superior adhesion. Ideal for restoration and disaster recovery painting jobs.
ADVANCED FORMULA: The innovative modified acrylic epoxy formula provides superior adhesion and the performance of oil-based and shellac primers with the easy clean-up, low odor and low VOC of water-based. This formula also dries hard and sands easily which makes for a great enamel undercoater.
MULTIPLE SURFACES: Use on most interior surfaces including drywall, wood, plaster, masonry, brick, painted metal, ceramic tile, glass and most other glossy surfaces. Surfaces should be free of dust, grease, chalk, rust and peeling paint prior to application. Use as a subcoat for flooring and carpets to block pet odors. Works with oil, alkyd and water-based paints.
SUPERIOR COVERAGE: This 1-gallon can of KILZ RESTORATION interior latex primer covers approximately 300-400 square feet per gallon. Dries to touch in 30 minutes and can be recoated or topcoated after one hour.
KILZ primers have been trusted by pros for nearly 50 years! Famous for providing high quality primer products that provide solutions to a wide variety of painting problems, KILZ is consistently ranked as one of the most trustworthy brands in the architectural coatings market. Lifetime Limited Warranty (see label for details).
Performance of oil and shellac / Blocks tough stains (heavy water, grease and typical interior stains) and odors
Seals strong odors (fire, smoke, pets)
Dries hard, sands easily – a great enamel undercoat
Superior adhesion
Use on: drywall, woodwork, plaster, masonry, brick, painted metal, ceramic tile, glass and most other glossy surfaces
