Ratings & Reviews for Zinsser BIN Interior Multi-purpose Shellac Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 1-gallon )
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What Customers Are Saying
Customers overwhelmingly praise this shellac-based primer for exceptional stain-blocking performance on water damage, smoke, pet odors, and pine knots, with rapid drying enabling quick recoating and efficient workflow. Many report complete opacity in a single coat even on heavily stained surfaces, and reviewers consistently rely on it for challenging applications like cabinet refinishing and damaged drywall where other primers failed. Strong adhesion to difficult substrates and reliable odor sealing earn it a "miracle" reputation. A few note the strong lingering odor requires ventilation, and some mention thin consistency benefits from foam rollers. Overall, most consider it the definitive primer for demanding projects.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Absolutely works
Would RecommendSecond time purchasing this shellac for odor blocking old processed wood/particle board cabinets and am totally satisfied with it. I recommend it!
what's the hype about?
Would Not Recommendfirst, I'm tried on the furniture project. it's awful. it's runny impossible to put on with the brush, but it dries within 2 seconds before even I can finish the stroke. awful
Perfect Solution
Would RecommendI bought this to seal an area where mold had gone deep into wood. I had treated the mold and cleaned the area as well as I could. There was a stain and possibly still mold deep in the wood. The BIN Primer went on smoothly and left a permanent, non-toxic seal that allowed me to apply a coat of paint. Perfect non-toxic solution to a real problem.
From BIN Interior Multi-purpose Shellac Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 1-quart ) Verified Purchaser
Works great for sealing the glue residue left behind from old wallpaper and blocks water stains. The product has a very strong odor and I recommend using it in a well ventilated area with a mask.
From BIN Interior Multi-purpose Shellac Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 1-quart ) Verified Purchaser
Great stuff
Would RecommendThis product works as advertised. I used it on my deck to seal the wood and prevent the sap from coming through.
From BIN Interior Multi-purpose Shellac Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 1-quart ) Verified Purchaser
Kilz does just as good but cheaper
I had to thin it to spray it, it seemed like it would have been fine I think I used too much air in my sprayer. I think it's overpriced
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Hides everything but …
This stuff hides stains and odors from grease, water smoke etc better than any other primer. However, it has a thin consistency which makes it easy to drip and it is not easy to clean up spills, brushes, rollers. It is also pricey, but I found it when Lowe’s was offering a member discount.
From BIN Interior Multi-purpose Shellac Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 5-gallon ) Verified Purchaser
Works as intended
Would RecommendWorks - nice cover primer
From BIN Interior Multi-purpose Shellac Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 1-quart ) Verified Purchaser
Great gel formula
From BIN Interior Multi-purpose Shellac Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 1-quart ) Verified Purchaser
Expensive but works
Stuck to mdf
From BIN Interior Multi-purpose Shellac Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 1-quart ) Verified Purchaser
Used on maple plywood for paint and results are am
Would RecommendUsed on maple plywood and it raised grains. After sanding grains with 220 grit sandpaper surface was smooth again . 2 coat of paint and final surface looks very much professional project
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This is strange to hear. Rust-Oleum Zinsser B-I-N Shellac-Based Primer is not a thin product. Before applying be sure you thoroughly mix the primer s... Read More