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Cover Stain Interior, Exterior Multi-purpose Oil-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 1-quart )

Ratings & Reviews for Zinsser Cover Stain Interior, Exterior Multi-purpose Oil-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 1-quart )

4.6
402
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 4.6 out of 5
402 Reviews


92% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

Customers overwhelmingly praise this primer for exceptional stain-blocking performance and reliable one-coat coverage. Most highlight its ability to seal water stains, smoke, and pet odors without bleed-through, making it a trusted choice for problem surfaces. Reviewers commend its strong adhesion to bare wood, MDF, and cabinets, with many noting smooth application and quick drying. Several appreciate how it creates a solid base for topcoats. A few mention the strong odor requires good ventilation, and some note the thick consistency can challenge application. Overall, most consider it a high-performing, time-saving solution for demanding projects.

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402 Customer Reviews

Does great job

Would Recommend

This product covered well and adhered great I will use again

October 26, 2026
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Good coverage and did not raise the wallpaper

Painted over wallpaper with this and then used latex paint. This product worked well

October 14, 2026
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Great Primer

This primer covers stains very well, very happy with product.

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Good product but strong odor

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Good stain-blocking. Only negative is that it has a very strong odor. Took over 3 days for the smell to be manageable

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Does what it's supposed to.

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I used to cover pine thqy had an existing stain. Worked p we rfectly and dried quickly.

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Good stuff

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This worked well

September 18, 2026
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no see through spots

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Ovation covered old paint; walls look brand new

September 14, 2026
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