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    27 Products

    Paint Primers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Paint Primers. Paint Primers.
    Prepare metal, wood, and concrete for paint. Paint primers adhere to underlying surfaces to create a base layer that bonds well with paint for a long-lasting finish. They come in an aerosol can, so they’re good for quick jobs and touch-ups.
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    1-5
    6-Up
    Aerosol Can—Alkyd
    12Solvent Based1224 hr.15 ft² @ 1 mil200Solvent BasedSteel, Iron, Masonry, Concrete, WoodGray00000000000000000
    12Solvent Based1560 min.20 ft² @ 1 mil150Solvent BasedSteel, Iron, Masonry, Concrete, WoodGray0000000000000000
     

    Heavy Duty Epoxy Paint Primers for Metal

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Paint Primers. Heavy Duty Epoxy Paint Primers for Metal.
    Get the power of a two-part epoxy paint primer in an easy-to-use aerosol can. These primers have excellent chemical and corrosion resistance. Spray them on uncoated or rusty metal to extend the life of paint and coatings. The two parts are contained in the same can; after activating, epoxy is usable for up to four days.
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    Aerosol Can—Epoxy
    13Solvent Based1528 ft² @ 1 mil210Solvent Based, Water BasedAluminum, Steel, Galvanized Steel
    Gray
    ,
    Tan
    00000000000000
     

    Paint Primers for Plastic

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Paint Primers. Paint Primers for Plastic.
    These paint primers have excellent adhesion to plastic. Use them to prepare your surface to extend the life of paint and coatings.
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    Aerosol Can—Alkyd
    12Solvent Based30608 ft² @ 1 mil200Solvent Based, Water BasedPlastic, FiberglassWhite00000000000
     

    Roof Crack Fillers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Surface Fillers. Roof Crack Fillers .
    Fill cracks with these coatings to stop leaks and deaden sound. They resist rust, salt, and acid.
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    1-11
    12-Up
    Asphalt Surface Fillers
    18Aerosol Can156Thin LiquidNo1/8"No15 ft² @ 1 1/2 mil1/16"Yes50 to 100BlackIron, Steel, Wood0000000000000000000
     

    Stain-Resistant Paint Primers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Paint Primers. Stain-Resistant Paint Primers, Aerosol Can—Alkyd.

    Aerosol

    Can—Alkyd

    Cover stains from smoke, water, and ink to prevent them from bleeding through your topcoat, extending the life of paint and coatings.
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    Aerosol Can—Alkyd
    12Solvent Based10210 ft² @ 1 mil250Solvent Based, Water BasedConcrete, Wood, DrywallWhite00000000000012000000000000000
     

    Filling Paint Primers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Paint Primers. Filling Paint Primers.
    These paint primers fill surface cracks and are sandable for a smooth basecoat. Use them to prepare your surface to extend the life of paint and coatings. Choose gray for light-color topcoats; red for medium-color topcoats; and black for dark topcoats.
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    Aerosol Can—Acrylic Plastic
    11Solvent Based306012 ft² @ 1 mil200Solvent BasedSteel, Iron, Composite, Fiberglass, WoodGray0000000000000600000000000000
    11Solvent Based306014 ft² @ 1 mil200Solvent BasedSteel, Iron, Composite, Fiberglass, WoodRed00000000000060000000000000
    12Solvent Based306014 ft² @ 1 mil250Solvent BasedSteel, Iron, Composite, Fiberglass, WoodBlack00000000000060000000000000
     

    Rust Converting Paint Primers for Metal

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Paint Primers. Rust Converting Paint Primers for Metal, Aerosol Can—Vinyl Plastic.

    Aerosol

    Can—Vinyl

    Plastic

    These paint primers convert rust into a layer of protection that prevents new rust from forming. Use them to prepare your surface to extend the life of paint and coatings.
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    Aerosol Can—Vinyl Plastic
    10 1/4Solvent Based202412 ft² @ 3 mil200Solvent BasedSteel, Iron, FiberglassBlack0000000000000
     

    Weld Through Paint Primers for Metal

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Paint Primers. Weld Through Paint Primers for Metal, Aerosol Can—Epoxy.

    Aerosol

    Can—Epoxy

    Protect steel and iron parts from corrosion without having to remove the primer before welding them together. Often used on structural steel in demanding environments, these paint primers can be welded through without affecting the weld’s integrity.
    Cannot Be Sold To—Product labeling requirements restrict sales to the listed areas.
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    1-11
    12-Up
    Aerosol Can—Epoxy
    12 1/2Solvent Based1524Not Rated250Solvent Based, Water BasedAluminum, Steel, IronGrayOutside United States0000000000000000000
     

    Aerosol Surface Fillers

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Surface Fillers. Aerosol Surface Fillers.
    Spray to fill in small dents, cracks, and scratches. These surface fillers build on themselves to cover minor surface imperfections.
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    Alkyd Surface Fillers
    11Aerosol CanInverted, Upright1024Thin LiquidNoNot Rated9 ft² @ 2 milNot RatedYes5090GraySandAluminum, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Galvanized Iron, Galvanized Steel, Iron, Silver, Steel, Stainless Steel, Titanium, Fiberglass, Wood000000000000
     

    Paint

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Paint. Paint.
    Enhance, renew, and protect surfaces.
    Solvent Based—Solvent-based paint keeps its color longer than water-based paint when used outdoors.
    Metallic Aluminum, Metallic Brass, Metallic Gold, and Metallic Silver—Metallic paint is often used on machinery, piping systems, and equipment.
    Paint
    Primers
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    1-5
    6-Up
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    Acrylic Plastic—Aerosol Can
    11Solvent Based15220 ft² @ 1 milUpright85NoSteel, Iron, Masonry, Concrete, Wood
    Metallic Aluminum (Gloss)
    ,
    Metallic Silver (Gloss)
    000000000000000000Gray000000000000
     
    Alkyd—Aerosol Can
    11Solvent Based15220 ft² @ 1 milUpright85NoSteel, Iron, Masonry, Concrete, Wood
    Metallic Brass (Gloss)
    ,
    Metallic Gold (Gloss)
    0000000000000000Gray00000000000
     

    Ceiling Texture Compounds

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Surface Fillers. Ceiling Texture Compounds .
    Spray these compounds onto ceilings to create a popcorn texture that covers stains, patches, and chips. The nozzle is upright for easy application.
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    Calcium Carbonate Surface Fillers
    14Aerosol CanUpright6024Thin LiquidNoNot RatedNo44090PopcornWhiteDrill, Sand, Saw, TapDrywall, Wood0000000000000
     

    Drywall Texture Compounds

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Surface Fillers. Drywall Texture Compounds .
    Spray these compounds onto drywall to create an orange-peel texture that covers stains, patches, and chips. The nozzle adjusts from a light to heavy spray.
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    Calcium Carbonate Surface Fillers
    10Aerosol CanUpright3030Thin LiquidNoNot RatedNo25 to 504090Orange PeelWhiteDrill, Sand, Saw, TapDrywall0000000000000
     

    Aerosol Surface Fillers for Plastic

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Surface Fillers. Aerosol Surface Fillers for Plastic.
    Spray these surface fillers on molded plastic parts that have surface blemishes, scratches, and mold lines. Use with ABS, polystyrene, and glass-filled nylon. Surface fillers are clear when dry.
    Match the appearance of the surface filler to your part.
    Satin—Satin reflects the most light and seems to shine.
    Matte—Matte reflects almost no light and appears dull. Eggshell reflects some light but is duller than satin.
    Eggshell—Eggshell reflects some light but is duller than satin.
    Cannot Be Sold to Canada—They cannot be sold to Canada due to local chemical regulations.
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    ABS Surface Fillers
    Satin16Aerosol CanUpright560Thin LiquidNo15 ft² @ 1 mil1No45100ClearABS, Glass-Filled Nylon, PolystyreneCanada0000000000000
    Matte16Aerosol CanUpright560Thin LiquidNo15 ft² @ 1 mil1No45100ClearABS, Glass-Filled Nylon, PolystyreneCanada000000000000
    Eggshell16Aerosol CanUpright560Thin LiquidNo15 ft² @ 1 mil1No45100ClearABS, Glass-Filled Nylon, PolystyreneCanada000000000000
     

    Corrosion-Inhibiting Paint Primers for Metal

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Paint Primers. Corrosion-Inhibiting Paint Primers for Metal.
    These paint primers stand up to marine exposure and salt spray. Use them to prepare your surface to extend the life of paint and coatings.
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    Aerosol Can—Epoxy
    12Solvent Based104810 ft² @ 1 mil350Solvent Based, Water BasedAluminum, Steel, Iron, Galvanized Iron, Galvanized SteelGreen0000000000000006000000000000000
    12Solvent Based104810 ft² @ 1 mil350Solvent Based, Water BasedAluminum, Steel, Iron, Galvanized Iron, Galvanized SteelYellow00000000000000600000000000000
     
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