Zinsser SmartPrime is a water-based modified acrylic primer that combines the stain-blocking strength of an oil-based formula with the convenience of a water-based product. It is designed for residential, institutional, and commercial projects, offering fast dry time, strong adhesion, and reliable performance on glossy and difficult surfaces. SmartPrime is suitable for interior and exterior use on wood, drywall, masonry, plaster, metal, glass, tile, vinyl, PVC, and fiberglass.
Key Features
- Oil-Like Performance: Water-based formula with the adhesion and stain-blocking characteristics of an oil-based primer.
- Broad Surface Compatibility: Bonds to wood, drywall, plaster, metal, masonry, tile, glass, hardboard, PVC, and fiberglass.
- Interior and Exterior Use: Suitable for residential and commercial applications including walls, ceilings, doors, trim, and siding.
- Effective Stain Blocking: Blocks stains from water, smoke, tannins, grease, crayon, graffiti, rust, and cedar/redwood bleed.
- Levels and Seals: Penetrates porous surfaces to create a smooth, uniform base for finish coats.
- Fast Dry Time: Dries to the touch in 30 minutes and is ready to recoat in 1 hour.
- Low VOC: Formulated at less than 100 g/L for compliance with modern air quality standards.
- Certified: Meets MPI #6, #39, #50, #137, and #149 requirements.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Zinsser SmartPrime |
| Item Number | 249727 |
| Size | 1 Quart |
| Base Type | Water-Based |
| Coverage | Approx. 100 sq. ft. per quart |
| Dry Time | 30 minutes to touch, 1 hour to recoat |
| VOC Level | Low (<100 g/L) |
| Recommended Surfaces | Wood, drywall, masonry, tile, glass, metal |
Zinsser SmartPrime offers strong adhesion, stain-blocking performance, and wide material compatibility, making it suitable for both professional and commercial priming applications.
