Ratings & Reviews for Zinsser Cover Stain High Hide Interior/Exterior Multi-purpose Oil-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 5-gallon )
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What Customers Are Saying
The primer has mixed reviews, with some customers finding it provides excellent coverage and stain-blocking abilities, allowing for smooth and even application of the topcoat. However, others reported issues with the primer hardening or thickening in the can, as well as an unpleasant odor that lingered after application. Some also found the coverage to be poor, requiring multiple coats.
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Would RecommendGoes on thick and is as described.
From Cover Stain High Hide Interior_SLASH_Exterior Multi-purpose Oil-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 1-gallon ) Verified Purchaser
Pricey, but good!
Would RecommendWe used this primer in a house that was previously smoked in and previous owners had many pets. This primer sealed/ helped eliminate the odor, but allowed the final paint to adhere really well. While pricey, I would still recommend.
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Hides discolorations as expected
Would RecommendI used this in a living room with dark markings on the ceiling due to cold trusses. It went on easily and did the job. I did a second coat with regular ceiling paint, as regular ceiling paint is much cheaper, and it looks like it did the job.
From Cover Stain High Hide Interior_SLASH_Exterior Multi-purpose Oil-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 1-gallon ) Verified Purchaser
Paint outside, smells terrible
Would RecommendThis primer worked really well covering up wood knots an yellow colors.
From Cover Stain High Hide Interior_SLASH_Exterior Multi-purpose Oil-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 1-gallon ) Verified Purchaser
Primer hardened
Would Not RecommendThis primer was either old or exposed to air. There was a 2.5" layer of hardened primer at the top of the 5-gallon bucket. The remaining primer was so thick, it couldn't be poured out of the can. The only way to get a 5-gallon bucket is to order online - so you never know what you are getting. That's just poor practice.
Verified Purchaser
Stinks -even weeks later
Would Not RecommendThis stinks. It’s been weeks since I have applied it and my bathroom still smells like primer.
From Cover Stain High Hide Interior_SLASH_Exterior Multi-purpose Oil-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 1-gallon ) Verified Purchaser
Thank you for reaching out and sharing your experinece! To prevent lingering odors after application, it is essential that the space has good air cir...
Great primer for pet stains!
Would RecommendUsed this to prime over pet stains before getting some Stainmaster LVP installed. Worked great, amazing coverage.
From Cover Stain High Hide Interior_SLASH_Exterior Multi-purpose Oil-based Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 1-gallon ) Verified Purchaser
Thank you for reaching out and sharing your experience. Please note this is not what we expect from Rust-Oleum Zinsser Cover Stain High Hide Oil-Base...