Valspar® Exterior Primer/Sealer

This exterior primer/sealer is formulated with 100% acrylic resin for excellent adhesion, long-lasting protection and resistance to peeling and blistering under oil and water-based topcoats.

  • Seals, primes and protects outdoor surfaces
  • Dries to a mold, mildew & fungi-resistant finish
  • Rain-ready in just 1.5 hours; applies as low as 35 ºF
  • Seals wood, concrete, masonry, vinyl and more
  • 100% Acrylic latex
  • Tintable for enhanced color coverage
  • Use with all paint sheens and all topcoats
  • Soap and water cleanup

Sizes

1 Quart, 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon


Coverage

300 ft²/gal - 400 ft²/gal


AVAILABLE AT LOWE'S

HOW TO USE

  • Usage
    Use on properly prepared exterior surfaces, including bare wood, previously painted wood siding and trim, brick, concrete, cement, stucco, non-rusted galvanized gutters and downspouts. Bare redwood and cedar may require an additional coat to control severe staining areas. DO NOT USE over hardboard siding or gummy pine; use an exterior oil primer for these surfaces.
  • Prep
    Surface Preparation: Thoroughly clean the surface and allow to dry. Remove all dirt, dust, chalk, rust, grease, wax and mildew. Scrape off loose and peeling paint, sand smooth, then spot prime. Thoroughly remove chalk by vigorous washing, then rinse. Remove gloss from shiny surfaces. Countersink nails and apply an oil-based metal primer to exposed nail heads. Caulk cracks and joints. Bare Wood: Remove sap from knots and sappy areas. Spot prime with a stain-blocking primer before priming entire area with this product. Masonry: Brush loose sand, dust and other material from the surface. Metal: New galvanized surfaces should be allowed to age 6 months before painting. All bare iron and steel surfaces should be primed with a rust-inhibitive metal primer. New Fiber Cement Board: Wash thoroughly and allow to dry before priming. Clean Mildew from the Surface.
  • Application
    Stir thoroughly before and occasionally during use. Apply when air and surface temperatures are between 50 ° - 90 °F (10 ° - 32 °C). Thin only for spray application with up to 8 oz. of water per gallon. Apply a liberal coat of primer uniformly, working well into the surface.
  • Dry Time
    Dry Time @ 77 °F and 50 % Relative Humidity
    To The Touch: 45 minute - 2 hour
    Recoat: 2 hour - 24 hour
  • Clean-up & Disposal
    Clean up with warm, soapy water.
Recommended Coats
1 coats
Dry To the Touch*
45 minute - 2 hour
Recoat*
2 hour - 24 hour
*Dry Time @ 77 °F and 50 % Relative Humidity
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Data Sheets

Download the product data sheet (PDS) and safety data sheet (SDS) for your Valspar exterior primer-sealer.

Product Number Sheen Base/Color Container Size SDS PDS
042397585258 - Tint White 1 Quart SDS PDS
042397585265 - Tint White 1 Gallon SDS PDS
042397585272 - Tint White 5 Gallon SDS PDS

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