Our Primer Family

Selecting the right primer for the job is critical. It will improve paint coverage and achieve the highest quality finish the first time around. Sherwin-Williams offers a complete line of the highest quality primers designed to address any painting condition or problem you may encounter.

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Multi-Purpose Latex Primer

Multi-Purpose Latex Primer

  • Adheres tightly to glossy paint and paneling, and difficult surfaces like PVC piping, wall laminate and galvanized metal
  • Effectively blocks solvent-sensitive stains – such as tar, grease and ink
  • Achieves a consistent finish and dries quickly for topcoating
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Premium Wall & Wood Primer

Premium Wall & Wood Primer

  • Assures professional results on wood trim, doors and walls
  • Provides the smoothest finish on decorative surfaces like crown molding and window and door casings
  • Our top-of-the-line high-hiding interior primer
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White Pigmented Shellac Primer

White Pigmented Shellac Primer

  • Provides excellent adhesion to virtually any interior surface – from previously painted surfaces, wood and paneling, to cured plaster and ceiling tiles
  • Can be used as a spot primer for exterior applications
  • Also effective for spot priming knots and severe stains
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Loxon® Concrete & Masonry Primer

Loxon® Concrete & Masonry Primer

  • Specifically engineered for interior and exterior, above-grade, masonry surfaces requiring high performance protection.
  • Primes and seals concrete for uniform look and long-lasting finish.
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Fast Drying Primer

Fast Drying Primer

  • Gets the job done quickly - allowing for topcoats in one hour
  • Alkyd formula blocks stains and can be used on both interiors and exteriors
  • Ideal for cold-weather priming - even in temperatures down to 40° F
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Adhesion Primer

Adhesion Primer

Designed for coating hard, slick, glossy surfaces with minimal surface preparation.

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Drywall Primer

Drywall Primer

  • A great choice for basic priming at an affordable price
  • Well-suited for priming under flat topcoats
  • Performs on drywall, wood and plywood
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Harmony® Wall Primer

Harmony® Wall Primer

  • Made with an exclusive zero-VOC*, low-odor and formulated with odor reducing technology.
  • Meets the most stringent environmental standards
  • The virtually odor-free formula makes it ideal for priming in occupied areas
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Pre-Wallcovering Primer

Pre-Wallcovering Primer

  • Primes, seals and sizes in one coat
  • Promotes wallpaper adhesion and dries in two hours
  • Protects walls from damage during wallcovering removal
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Drywall Conditioner

Drywall Conditioner

  • Seals and conditions drywall that has been severely scraped, scratched, punctured or gouged
  • Clear, low-odor formula creates a sound base for drywall patching and eliminates bubbling
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Multi-Purpose Oil-Based Primer

Multi-Purpose Oil-Based Primer

  • Can be used on many interior surfaces – including wood, hardboard, cured plaster, paneling and ceiling tiles
  • Seals out odors and great at blocking stains – especially wood tannin stains and water-based stains
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Exterior Oil-Based Wood Primer

Exterior Oil-Based Wood Primer

  • Penetrates and seals bare wood for strong adhesion and a long lasting finish
  • Resists mildew
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Exterior Latex Wood Primer

Exterior Latex Wood Primer

  • Penetrates and seals bare wood for strong adhesion and a long lasting finish
  • Resists mildew
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Tips & How To's

Diagnose Paint Problems

Blistering? Cracking? Peeling? Find out what you're up against so you can fix it properly.

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