Ratings & Reviews for Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Interior Multi-purpose Water-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 1-quart )
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What Customers Are Saying
Customers overwhelmingly praise this primer for exceptional coverage and reliability across challenging surfaces. Most highlight its unmatched ability to hide dark colors, stains, water damage, and nicotine residue in one or two coats, often outperforming competitors. Reviewers consistently note smooth application with rollers or brushes, quick drying, and versatility on drywall, wood, OSB, and ceilings. Many emphasize strong value, especially in larger sizes, and report using it for years without switching. A few mention needing two coats on heavily stained surfaces, though most consider this expected. Overall, customers view it as an industry standard they trust and recommend.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Don’t use any other primer!!! This is the best!
Would RecommendBest primer out there! I wouldn’t suggest using anything else
From Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Interior Multi-purpose Water-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 2-gallon ) Verified PurchaserIncentivized
Easy coverage
Would RecommendProduct covered very well without any issues. Great product
From Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Interior Multi-purpose Water-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 2-gallon ) Verified PurchaserIncentivized
Great coverage and price
Would Not RecommendGreat coverage when covering dark paint with light
From Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Interior Multi-purpose Water-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 2-gallon ) Verified PurchaserIncentivized
Great product
Would RecommendReliable and Great product. Used as undercoat for mouldings and applied well with good coverage
From Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Interior Multi-purpose Water-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 2-gallon ) Verified PurchaserIncentivized
Easy and Effective
Would RecommendThis product was very easy to use and worked exactly as advertised.
From Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Interior Multi-purpose Water-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 2-gallon ) Verified PurchaserIncentivized
Covers well!
Would RecommendEasy to apply and cover. Some bare wood required 2 coats
From Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Interior Multi-purpose Water-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 2-gallon ) Verified PurchaserIncentivized
Great coverage
The coverage was excellent. The walls were quite stained and I was worried about painting. I have tried other primers but this seemed to be the best for our situation. Definitely recommend.
From Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Interior Multi-purpose Water-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 2-gallon ) Verified PurchaserIncentivized
Worth the price
Would RecommendEasy to use. Did the job easy to close when finished
From Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Interior Multi-purpose Water-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 2-gallon ) Verified PurchaserIncentivized
Great primer
Would RecommendAlways a consistent product, and tintable, which makes top coating a breeze.
From Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Interior Multi-purpose Water-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 2-gallon ) Verified PurchaserIncentivized
Good primer
Dry out very soon and could cover the color after 2 coats. Easy to use for cabinet paint
From Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Interior Multi-purpose Water-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 2-gallon ) Verified PurchaserIncentivized
Bulls Eye Primer/Paint
Would RecommendEasy for Lowe’s to mix for the right color. Easy to paint on, looks great.
From Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Interior Multi-purpose Water-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 2-gallon ) Verified Purchaser
Simple
Would RecommendGood coverage in one coat.
From Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Interior Multi-purpose Water-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 2-gallon ) Verified Purchaser
This primer covers nicely and it goes a long way.
Would Recommendcovers nicely
From Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Interior Multi-purpose Water-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 2-gallon ) Verified Purchaser
Good primer and water based
Would RecommendI've been using this primer for several years ago and it's worked well for me. I've done both spraying and rolling with it and it leaves a good base for the top coat.
From Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Interior Multi-purpose Water-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 2-gallon ) Verified Purchaser
Requires 2 coats!
Does not deliver advertised claims.
From Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Interior Multi-purpose Water-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 2-gallon ) Verified Purchaser
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