Ratings & Reviews for Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Interior 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.Great Product!
Coverage is good - product worked well and as expected.
Verified Purchaser
Does not adhere as stated on can
Would Not RecommendUsed this product on a panel wall, and the primer did not adhere as noted on can. I then sanded the panel wall and Wiped it with TSP. The primer still did not adhere to the surface. The frog tape peeled it away with no resistance.
Dries Quick
Painted a metal car with it and dries quick
Verified Purchaser
Amazing coverage
Had to cover some areas where I sprayed orange oil
Verified Purchaser
The best
Would RecommendI recently bought this to paint our new home and the quality of this paint is very high . The house we bought had a theater room with black walls, priming the walls with this was so important as we wanted to paint the room an off white . This just made it easier all around .
Works great
Verified Purchaser
Excellent Primer
Would RecommendThis primer did a fantastic job on my walls. It covered great. Dried nice. Was easy to use and went on easily. The quality is excellent. The price was good. I would definitely use this product again. I would highly recommend this product to other customers.
From Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Interior Multi-purpose Water-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 1-quart ) Verified Purchaser
Product works great
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