Valspar Exterior Multi-Purpose Water-Based Primer (1-Gallon)

Name: Valspar Exterior Multi-Purpose Water-Based Primer (1-Gallon)
Brand: Valspar
SKU: 3087683
Rating: 4.5 (300 reviews)

4.5

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Seals, primes and protects outdoor surfaces
Ideal for fiber cement siding, concrete, masonry, wood, aluminum and vinyl
Prepares bare wood for superior top coat adhesion

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Valspar all-weather Primer sealer is the ideal prime coat for use under oil-based and latex house paints. This primer delivers excellent adhesion and long-lasting protection as it resists peeling and blistering; it also blocks tannin stains on redwood and cedar.

Seals, primes and protects outdoor surfaces
Ideal for fiber cement siding, concrete, masonry, wood, aluminum and vinyl
Prepares bare wood for superior top coat adhesion
Weather resistant
Seals porous surfaces for fewer top coats
Tintable for dramatic color changes
Can be sprayed, rolled or brushed
Fast drying
Gives mildew-resistant coating


mildewResistant	Yes	modelDescription	Exterior Latex Primer (Actual Net Contents: 128-fl oz)
forUseonPlaster	No	tintable	Yes
forUseonWood	Yes	zeroVOC	No
moldKilling	No	useLocation	Exterior
baseMaterial	Water-based	forUseonBrick	Yes
forUseonDrywall	No	forUseonGlass	No
forUseonConcreteMasonry	Yes	drytoTouch	0-60 minutes
warranty	Limited lifetime	stainBlocking	Yes
forUseonCabinets	No	forUseonWallsandCeilings	No
moldResistant	No	packageQuantity	1
forUseonMetal	Yes	unitofMeasure	Fluid ounce(s)
odorBlocking	No	type	Multi-purpose
containerSize	1-gallon	seriesName	N/A
forUseonStucco	Yes	unitofMeasureQuantity	128.0
dryTimeIndicator	Yes	maximumCoverageArea	400.0
rustResistant	No	CA Residents: Prop 65 Warning(s)	Prop 65 WARNING(S) -
lowVOC	No	UNSPSC	31211500
forUseonTile	No

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4.5 out of 5

300 Reviews

95% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

The primer provides good coverage and adhesion on various surfaces. It is easy to apply, dries quickly, and creates a smooth base for top coats. Customers praised its durability and performance, even in harsh outdoor conditions. While a few noted it could be thin or require multiple coats in some cases, the majority of reviews were highly positive.

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Would Recommend

Good coverage & protection

TheOriginalSharkbaitMay 20, 2026
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An average product

Would Recommend

It's a fairly thin primer, but it's priced competitively.

PaulMay 16, 2026
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TeamValsparMay 18, 2026

One coat is enough to cover old paint

Would Recommend

Quality is great..

MagyMay 9, 2026
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Great quality

Would Recommend

Excellent coverage

May 8, 2026
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