Ratings & Reviews for Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Interior/Exterior Multi-purpose Water-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 1-gallon )
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What Customers Are Saying
Customers overwhelmingly praise this primer for exceptional coverage and stain sealing, with most reporting that one or two coats effectively block stains, hide previous colors, and seal porous surfaces. Many highlight its fast drying time, smooth consistency, low odor, and water-based cleanup as major advantages. Reviewers consistently describe it as their go-to choice across diverse surfaces—drywall, cabinets, doors, and ceilings—citing reliable performance and professional results. A few report occasional issues with coverage on new drywall or adhesion to oil-based paint, though these represent a small fraction of feedback. Overall, most customers consider it a dependable, easy-to-use primer for all painting projects.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Good primer coat
Would RecommendCovers very well
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Quick dry and good stain blocking.
Would RecommendHad some water stains on the eaves. This primer covered well. Ready to paint in an hour.
From Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Interior_SLASH_Exterior Multi-purpose Water-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 1-quart ) Verified Purchaser
Coverage as advertised.
Would RecommendCovered spots as suggested.
From Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Interior_SLASH_Exterior Multi-purpose Water-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 1-quart ) Verified Purchaser
Very clean look satisfied after it dried
Would RecommendGreat product to use easy to clean up
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Zinsser primer
Would RecommendWorks great on all surfaces. I can orime my old, dark woodwork and doors and apply a lighter color with no problem
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Would RecommendThis tops up there with one of the best primers we have used on our home products. I would recommend it.
From Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Interior_SLASH_Exterior Multi-purpose Water-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 1-quart ) Verified Purchaser
great spray paint
From Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Interior_SLASH_Exterior Multi-purpose Water-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 1-quart ) Verified Purchaser
Good quick coverage
From Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Interior_SLASH_Exterior Multi-purpose Water-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 1-quart ) Verified Purchaser
Love this!
Would RecommendWe used this to paint the cinder block under the siding & our whole back looks brand new with only one coat
From Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Interior_SLASH_Exterior Multi-purpose Water-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 1-quart ) Verified Purchaser
This stuff is great . . .
Would RecommendThe Primer I use on all my outdoor projects.
From Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Interior_SLASH_Exterior Multi-purpose Water-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 1-quart ) Verified Purchaser
Best primer
Would RecommendReally good coverage.
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Good Primer
Would RecommendGood coverage! After primer, color went on really nicely.
From Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Interior_SLASH_Exterior Multi-purpose Water-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 5-gallon ) Verified Purchaser
great coverage does as described
Would RecommendFrom Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Interior_SLASH_Exterior Multi-purpose Water-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 1-quart ) Verified Purchaser
THIS STUFF JUST PLAIN WORKS GREAT.
Would RecommendDON'T MESS AROUND. GET THE GOOD STUFF, AND THAT MEANS BULLS-EYE 1-2-3. THIS STUFF STICKS TO ANYTHING INCLUDING GLASS. EXCELLENT RESULTS EVERY TIME.
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Primer as is has a slight blue hue
Would Recommendthe white color came out tinted very blue, HIGHLY recommend to tint your primer
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Good pricc gor quality paint
Would RecommendGreat pimer, only one coat to cover weĺl!
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