Ratings & Reviews for Zinsser BIN Interior/Exterior Multi-purpose Shellac Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 1-quart )
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What Customers Are Saying
Customers overwhelmingly praise this primer for exceptional stain and odor blocking, rapid drying, and reliable adhesion on challenging surfaces. Most highlight its unmatched ability to seal water stains, pine knots, smoke odors, and pet odors—often with just one coat. Reviewers consistently report fast recoating times and excellent coverage on knotty pine, veneer, MDF, and damaged drywall. Many describe it as their trusted go-to solution after other primers failed. A few mention strong alcohol odor and thin consistency requiring careful cleanup, but these minor drawbacks are widely accepted as necessary trade-offs for superior performance.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Absolute buy
Would RecommendGreat primer for sheet rock repair, mud stuck really well after applying the primer to the tear
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They Lie!!!
Would Not RecommendRecently finished installing OSB walls in my shop and figured with the warm weather (70+) I would seal it for painting. After researching via the web I determined Zinsser BIN was the way to go; excellent reviews on line, etc.. So I run to Lowe’s and they have 3 gallons left. Shop is less than 800sqft, so I figured as they advertise a coverage rate of 400/450 (on the can), I would be good to go-WRONG… Three gallons got me less than 3/4 way done. I had to go back to Lowe’s and buy another brand (S...
From BIN Interior_SLASH_Exterior Multi-purpose Shellac Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 1-gallon )
Best primer
Would RecommendBest primer. Works incredibly well. Pretty thin and messy but works well
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works great, but expensive
Would RecommendWhile I think it is overpriced, it works great for sealing and priming torn drywall paper.
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Coverage solution that will please the gods
Would RecommendThe coverage for hard to hide knots and artifacts is unparalleled.
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Solid Primer
Would RecommendThis was a perfect primer to cover mdf board in my bathroom, great coverage!
From BIN Interior_SLASH_Exterior Multi-purpose Shellac Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 1-gallon ) Verified Purchaser
Best primer
Would RecommendI’ve used this primer for years on all different surfaces. Hands down the best primer.
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Covers with ease
Would RecommendEasy application
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Seals surfaces - magic in a can.
Would RecommendHigh Dollar fix for serious paint problems. There is Kilz and then there is this stuff. This shellac based primer sticks to almost any surface and hides a multitude of sins.
From BIN Interior_SLASH_Exterior Multi-purpose Shellac Wall and Ceiling Primer ( 1-gallon ) Verified Purchaser
Excellent primer
Would RecommendThis primer goes on smooth and quick. It provided the perfect first layer for any paint project.
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