Shellac based primers provide the best
B-I-N Shellac-Base Primer is a powerhouse primer-sealer, stain killer, and bond coat designed for application on various interior surfaces including ceilings, walls, doors, trim, cabinets, and furniture.
The drawback to using shellac-based primers is that they are not as versatile as latex or oil and they give off more fumes. They require that you use denatured alcohol to thin them and clean applicators.
Best bonding primers are xim oil and bin shellac. Bin can only be used to spot prime outside. Both stick to anything and the bin is the best stain blocker also. I would use the bin for what you need.
Types of Drywall Primers
Shellac-based primers are perfect for sealing stains and blocking odors.
The best primer for drywall is a latex primer. Don't use an oil-based primer unless you're putting up wallpaper or covering a stain. Oil-based primers raise the grain of the drywall and make the finish look uneven.
Shellac is a resinous substance from the secretion of the female “lac bug” (Kerria lacca) on trees, found mostly in the forests of India and Thailand. This resinous ingredient is what makes shellac based primers so good at blocking stubborn stains including nicotine, mould stains, marker pens and water stains.
(Note: Bonding primers are not recommended for use over peeling paint).
A 'bond coat' primer that's great for hard-to-stick surfaces, it offers excellent adhesion without sanding. Bulls Eye® 1-2-3 also prevents rust formation when applied over clean ferrous metal such as iron and steel.
Interior | Exterior Primer. KILZ® ADHESION Primer is a water-base, modified-acrylic primer specifically formulated to bond to a variety of 'tough-to-paint' surfaces.
Shellac has a soft finish compared to modern alternatives like polyurethane. It's prone to scratches and wear, making it unsuitable for high-traffic surfaces like tabletops.
In most cases only one coat is necessary to prime most surfaces. If excessive absorption occurs over very porous substrates a second coat may be necessary.
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 tackles tough stains including heavy water damage, rust, smoke, nicotine, grease, tannin, ink, pencil, felt marker, pet stains and more.
You only need to sand if there are brush strokes or other blemishes. Also you don't need to sand between coats.
Zinsser Bin Shellac based primer is the best stain blocking primer available. BIN is great for blocking stains, odors and wood knots. While it is not a bonding primer, it does have strong adhesion.
Yes! In fact, it's easier to apply this paint with a roller than it is with a brush. However, you do need to ensure you're using a good quality paint roller that doesn't shed. Otherwise, you'll het bits in your paint because shellac is very sticky.
They are Sherwin Williams Extreme Bond Primer, and Behr Bonding Primer. These top two primers were the very best at bonding in both the 24 hour test and the 38 day test.
Here are some examples of how a primer should be used on different surfaces, depending on condition: One Coat—New drywall, raw wood, subtle color changes. Two Coats—Damaged drywall, stained walls, rusty metal. Three Coats or More—Wood paneling, bold color changes.
Not all bonding primers are self-leveling. If you've selected one that is not, sanding is a necessity to create a smooth surface for your paint or topcoat. Use fine-grit sandpaper so that you do not damage the surface. Sanding will allow for superior adhesion and durability.
We recommend using Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 for glossy surfaces like varnished wood. Zinsser Bulls Eye is a 'bond coat' primer that's great for hard-to-stick surfaces as it offers excellent adhesion without sanding.
Benjamin Moore's Insl-X® Stix® is a high-adhesion primer that is designed to bond to difficult-to-coat surfaces including glossy tile, PVC, vinyl, plastic, galvanized metals, and more.
Shellac is a natural resin that offers a warm, amber finish and is easy to apply and repair. It's best for light-colored woods, furniture, and areas with minimal moisture and heat exposure. However, it's less durable and not suitable for high-traffic areas or surfaces that encounter a lot of wear and tear.
If you're working on a larger project I recommend a microfiber roller. In addition to preventing bleed through, BIN Shellac sticks to any surface without sanding. It can be used inside or for spot-priming outside and it can also be used under-or-over any chalk, milk, latex or oil based paint. It dries really fast, too.
Water-based primers even out patched or repaired surfaces very well. They can also cover and seal in previous minor stains from smoke, lipstick, crayon, etc., but are not as effective at covering stains as oil- and shellac-based primers.