Rust-Oleum 286258 Primer, 31.5 oz, Gray | Bulls Eye 1-2-3 water-base primer-sealer, 31.5oz, Gray. All-surface stain-blocking primer for interior & exterior; sticks.

This product seems to have the ability to escape from captivity never to be seen again. Other Zinsser paints the same. Maybe they are colonizing some far flung Pacific Atoll ?

Paint is very thick and doesn't spread easily but it provides a good coat to seal your project

I used this primer on a dresser for 2 reasons: it has a glossy finish and it was part wood and part laminate/plywood. I did not want to sand laminate because it can release toxic chemicals. Method: I cleaned the entire dresser really well with a homemade vinegar and water solution. I dried it and lightly sanded the wood components. Then I applied 2-3 coats of primer to every surface. It adhered well to all of the surfaces. The laminate required 3 coats for ideal coverage and the wood parts required only 2 coats. I really like the color of the gray primer. It was just a bit lighter than the chalk paint I used (Wise Owl smoky quartz). I also like that it blocks bleed through of wood. On previous pieces that I didn't use primer, I had to use shellac to prevent the tannins from coming through the paint. Next, I added 2 coats of chalk paint. Lastly, I sealed the piece with 3 coats of Miniwax polycrylic. It looks great. Side note: although this is low VOC, it does have a smell during application (which goes aways when dry) and it still contains chemicals so make sure you have good ventilation (either go outdoors or open windows) and wear a mask.

Great coverage. I have areas of white stain from vinegar, as well as some black stains from something. Scrubbed cement and prepped surface. I have 2 basement windows. No strong paint fumes.

I used this on a large drywall patch then painted over it. It was seamless. Perfect patch without any shine through or dullness.