This paint primer for exterior surfaces is the perfect choice for anyone looking to get professional-level results from their painting projects. It’s designed to provide a strong bond between the surface and your top coat, ensuring long-lasting adhesion and protection from the elements. The primer also features excellent coverage and fast drying times, meaning you can get your project completed in no time. It’s suitable for use on a variety of surfaces, including wood, concrete, plaster, metal and more. It also provides excellent adhesion to glossy surfaces, making it the ideal choice for transforming tired, faded surfaces. This primer is highly durable and provides superior protection from UV rays, ensuring your paint job looks great for years to come.
The 10 Best Paint Primer For Exterior, Expert’s Top Recommendations
1#. Diamond Brite Paint 40100 5-Gallon Interior/Exterior Latex PVA Primer Sealer
Features
Hides surface imperfections
Fast drying and low odor
Can be used with latex or oil paint
Primer and sealer in one
Can be brushed, rolled or sprayed
2#. INSL-X Block Out Acrylic Exterior Wood Stain Blocking Primer, White, 1 Gallon
Features
Multi-purpose latex exterior whole-house tannin stain blocking primer for new or weathered exterior wood.
Excellent exterior primer for masonry surfaces, like stucco or concrete block.
Low VOC, water thinned, blister and peel resistant, and high hiding
Can be applied in low temperatures above 35 °F (1. 7 °C) but should not be used within 8 hours of air temperatures 35 °F (1. 7 °C) or lower
Top-coat with latex or alkyd paints
300 – 400 square foot coverage per gallon
Do not apply to a hot surface or if rain is threatening
Do not apply if temperature is within 5° of dew point
3#. 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
4#. ZINSSER 1 qt 249727 White, Smart Prime Water-Based Interior/Exterior Primer/Sealer
Features
Oil-base performance in an advanced water-base formula
Primer for all projects
Sticks to all surfaces – interior and exterior
Blocks all stains, including water stains
Low-VOC, low odor formula
5#. INSL-X AP100009A-04 Prime All Multi-Surface Acrylic Primer, White 32 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
Features
100% acrylic primer that provides strong sealing properties to a variety of interior & exterior surfaces
Easy to apply
Powerful adhesion and stain blocking properties
Quick drying; topcoat in as little as one hour
Provides a mildew resistant coating
Apply when surface and ambient temperature is above 40 °F (4 °C) and below 90 °F (32 °C)
400 – 450 square foot coverage per gallon
Not recommended for use on floor surfaces
6#. INSL-X AP100009A-01 Prime All Multi-Surface Primer, 128 Fl Oz (Pack of 1), White
Features
100% acrylic primer that provides strong sealing properties to a variety of interior & exterior surfaces
Easy to apply
Powerful adhesion and stain blocking properties
Quick drying; topcoat in as little as one hour
Provides a mildew resistant coating
Apply when surface and ambient temperature is above 40 °F (4 °C) and below 90 °F (32 °C)
400 – 450 square foot coverage per gallon
Not recommended for use on floor surfaces
7#. INSL-X AQ040009A-04 Aqua Lock Plus 100% Acrylic Water-Based Sealer Primer, 32 Fl Oz (Pack of 1), White
Features
Multipurpose, 100% acrylic primer sealer that provides excellent adhesion to a variety of interior & exterior surfaces.
Superior sealing and coverage qualities, product versatility and an excellent base coat for both latex and oil-based finish coatings.
Excellent stain blocking primer properties.
Quick drying; Tack free in 30 minutes, topcoat in as little as 1 hour and low VOC.
75 – 100 square foot coverage per quart
Apply when surface and ambient temperature is above 50 °F (10 °C) and below 90 °F (32 °C).
Before painting, review the INSL-X Aqua Lock Plus label for proper preparation and application tips.
8#. KILZ Klear Primer, Interior/Exterior, Clear, 1 Gallon
Features
PRIMER | CLEAR SEALER | BONDING PRIMER: A high-performance clear primer that 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.
ADVANCED FORMULA: This incredibly versatile styrene acrylic primer can be used to seal porous surfaces and promote adhesion with a transparent flat finish that is particularly effective for same color painting. It is an alkali-resistant clear primer and sealer that helps protect topcoats from “hot” alkali found in masonry, cement and plaster and can be applied to fresh concrete with pH less than 13. Easy soap and water cleanup.
MULTIPLE SURFACES: Suitable for sealing torn drywall facing paper, dried wallcovering adhesive, ‘hot’ joint compounds, concrete and stucco. Use on interior and exterior surfaces including drywall, plaster, wood, galvanized, aluminum, architectural plastics, masonry and brick. Prepare surfaces free of dust, grease, chalk, rust and peeling paint. Works with oil, alkyd and water-based paints.
SUPERIOR COVERAGE: This 1-gallon can of KILZ KLEAR multi-surface 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).
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 Oil Adhesion Primer, Interior/Exterior, 1 Gallon
Features
BONDING PRIMER: A high adhesion primer that bonds to a wide range of difficult to adhere to surfaces. It is formulated for situations where a secure bond is critical and use of a traditional water or oil base primer might be questionnable. It increases the possibilities for paintable surfaces.
ADVANCED FORMULA: It’s advanced styrenated acrylic polymer formula provides a sound anchor for topcoats while reducing or potentially eliminating the need for sanding dense, glossy surfaces. If using as a primer for epoxies, lacquers, products containing xylene or other hot solvents, allow to dry for 24 hours before topcoating and test for compatibility in an inconspicuous area before full coat application.
MULTIPLE SURFACES: Use on most interior and exterior surfaces where a secure bond is critical. Bonds to tough-to-paint surfaces including Kynar, PVC, Formica, vinyl, glass, tile, glazed brick, chalky paints, glossy finishes, fiberglass and metals. Topcoat with either water or oil-based paint. For use on interior and exterior surfaces.
SUPERIOR COVERAGE: This 1-quart can of KILZ Adhesion high-bonding interior/exterior water-based primer covers approximately 75-100 square feet. Dries to touch within 30 minutes and ready to recoat in an 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).
