Features

Valspar Exterior Latex Primer is the ideal prime coat under all oil and latex house paints. It is formulated with 100% acrylic resin for excellent adhesion, long-lasting protection and resistance to peeling and blistering. Primer blocks tannin stains on redwood and cedar and gives a mildew resistant coating.

Where to Use

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.

Coverage

Covers up to 400 sq. ft. (37.2 m2) per gallon over painted or primed surfaces, less over rough or porous surfaces. Thin only for spray application with up to 8 oz. of water per gallon.

Painting Instructions and Tips

Click on the product information sheet at the top of the page for tips and video to assist you in getting the most from your exterior paint job. Or you can select Primer Before Exterior Painting for essential material check list and video to complete a great paint job.

Clean Air Formula

According to the U.S. EPA, "volatile organic compounds (VOC's) are emitted as gases from certain solids or liquids. VOC's include a variety of chemicals, some of which may have short- and long-term adverse health effects. Concentrations of many VOC's are consistently higher indoors (up to ten times higher) than outdoors." In addition, VOC's are a contributing factor to ozone, a common air pollutant. Health risks depend upon how much is in the air and the frequency in which it is breathed. Learn more about low VOC and low odor.

Preparing Your Surfaces

Clean and dry surface thoroughly, removing all mildew, dirt, dust, rust and grease. Bare Wood: Remove sap and clean knotty.

Warning!

If you scrape, sand, or remove old paint, you may release lead dust. LEAD IS TOXIC. EXPOSURE TO LEAD DUST CAN CAUSE SERIOUS ILLNESS, SUCH AS BRAIN DAMAGE, ESPECIALLY IN CHILDREN. PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD ALSO AVOID EXPOSURE. Wear a NIOSH-approved respirator to control lead exposure. Clean up carefully with a HEPA vacuum and a wet mop. Before you start, find out how to protect yourself and your family by contacting the National Lead Information Hotline at 1-800-424-LEAD or log onto www.epa.gov/lead.