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Defense Flat Base 2 Tintable Latex Exterior Paint + Primer ( 1-gallon )

Ratings & Reviews for Valspar Defense Flat Base 2 Tintable Latex Exterior Paint + Primer ( 1-gallon )

4.8
185
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 4.8 out of 5
185 Reviews


98% Recommend this product

Ratings may include incentivized customer reviews.

What Customers Are Saying

The paint is praised for its great coverage, smooth application, and durable finish that resists fading, cracking, and peeling even in tough weather conditions. Many reviewers note that the paint only requires one coat to completely cover surfaces, and it is easy to clean and maintain. Overall, customers are highly satisfied with the performance and quality of this exterior paint.

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185 Customer Reviews

Great product at a good price!

Would Recommend

I love being able to pick out paint “seconds”, such a deal! That and I get to be surprised at what color my outdoor furniture becomes.

May 14, 2026
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Love it

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I bought two weeks ago and I love it. I will be be going back to get some more.

April 26, 2026

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Open it up and brush it on your building,

Good paint. I can't say anything about long term wear.

April 16, 2026
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Superior paint.

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Applied this paint on the outside foundation around my house. Foundation was applied with a water proof sealer and this paint went over it with no issues.

April 14, 2026

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Worked well on ceiling

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I don't have picture, but it covered well when we had to cover where there was a stain from leakage

April 12, 2026

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Great paint

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This paint covered with one coat and easy clean up.

April 10, 2026

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Withstands weather

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Holds up well in extreme weather conditions through rain and extreme heat.

April 4, 2026

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Outdoor greatness

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I used this to paint repaired concrete on the outside of my house. Worked perfect. Looked beautiful once dried. Easy to use

November 12, 2025

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Great coverage

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We needed to paint wood on the back of our house, this paint was easy to apply and covered 50 year old wood with ease.

September 4, 2025

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Great PAint

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Goes on really well - good product Would buy again

August 9, 2025

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Great Product

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am using this on a major renovation and find it is a great product that I’ve been recommending to my friends.

August 6, 2025

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Great coverage and looks

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I used this product some time ago and could not be happier with the results and durability . 5 stars.

August 3, 2025

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Love this!

It doesn't disappoint, GREAT coverage and finish!

July 30, 2025
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Very Thick, Covers Well

Would Recommend

This review is for the paint, not my local Lowes ability to mix it. First, this paint is thicker than any paint I've ever used. I used this as an accent paint in Dried Thyme. Lowes did not achieve an exact match of Sherwin-Williams Dried Thyme (a bit darker directionally toward purple vs blue than the actual color), unfortunately. I love the color that I got, but now I need to rethink the main wall color (which was going to be Evergreen Fog). Luckily I have not yet painted (or bought the p...

June 2, 2025
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Excellent Quality

Would Recommend

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We've used Valspar for many, many years and are always happy with the quality and results!

April 21, 2025

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