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Interior/Exterior Multi-purpose Oil-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 12-oz )

Ratings & Reviews for Valspar Interior/Exterior Multi-purpose Oil-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 12-oz )

4.7
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 4.7 out of 5
100 Reviews

2 Star
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82% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

Customers overwhelmingly praise this primer for exceptional coverage, fast drying, and strong adhesion across diverse surfaces. Most note one coat blocks dark colors and stains effectively, with many highlighting the 10-minute drying time on plywood and smooth, drip-free application. Reviewers emphasize reliable performance on wood, metal, and drywall, with excellent stain-blocking and bleed-through prevention. The oil-based formula produces noticeable odor, but most find it tolerable with ventilation. A few report occasional coverage inconsistencies on porous surfaces, though this remains rare. Overall, customers consider it professional-grade and highly dependable for challenging projects.

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100 Customer Reviews

It is a good product

Would Recommend

This primer covered great. Provided a smooth undercoating. Was so easy to use with no messy clean up.

May 6, 2026
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Best primer ever!!!

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Bought a smoker home so this product has worked really well with sealing all of the gunk and it not bleeding through.

May 4, 2026
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A Tyvek suit keep it off your clothes!

Would Recommend

Excellent coverage in a purple room!

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buy more than you think you need

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Sealed the odor effectively

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not much

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I liked the design my wife don't like the change.

April 16, 2026
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Good product

Would Recommend

Good coverage

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May need two coats. Let try between coats.

Would Recommend

Covered smudge marks on white walls good.

April 16, 2026
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Quality primer

Works as it should

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As described

Would Recommend

Works good covering marker

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Do not buy

Would Not Recommend

This is a garbage product that should be pulled from the shelves. It took 3 times the coats compared to Kilz or Bin products

April 1, 2026
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Thanks for leaving a review. We're sorry to hear that the paint didn't cover well. If you would like to discuss your review further or have a...

TeamValsparApril 1, 2026

Excellent adhesion and smooth coverage for repaire

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I used the Valspar Oil-Based Aerosol Primer while repairing damaged wall and door trim areas near my entryway. After patching and sanding, this primer sealed the repaired spots extremely well and created a smooth, even surface before painting. The spray application made it easy to cover detailed areas without brush marks. Coverage was consistent, adhesion was strong, and it helped prevent uneven paint absorption on patched drywall and wood trim...

February 28, 2026

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Poor stain blocking

Would Not Recommend

Product goes on very thin. Poor coverage and not very good stain blocking strength.

January 20, 2026
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Thanks for leaving a review. We're concerned to hear that the paint is not covering. If you would like to discuss your review further or have an...

TeamValsparJanuary 21, 2026

How’s to cover up water stains?

Would Recommend

Product worked well, as explained by store associate in covering up water stains

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Reliable & smooth primer

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This Valspar oil based aerosol primer goes on smoothly & evenly, giving a nice, consistent texture that makes painting easier. It adhere well to most services, & the finish is smooth overall. The odor is noticeable but manageable with proper ventilation. Application is easiest with simple tools like a brush or roller for touchups, though the spray can is convenient for larger areas. A solid dependable primer that works well for most projects.

January 13, 2026

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Excellent coverage

Good thick paint

December 19, 2025
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My husband likes it

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I just finished priming my door with this Valspar aerosol. Application was surprisingly fast and even, giving me really quick coverage. The texture is fantastic, super smooth and ready for the topcoat. I can already tell the results are going to be great, it sealed up all the imperfections perfectly. The only real pain point was the cleanup: definitely had to break out the mineral spirits, which is always a hassle with oil based paint. Still, f...

December 14, 2025

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