BEHR® Drywall Primer & Sealer
For excellent performance under flat and eggshell paints, choose BEHR® Drywall Plus Primer & Sealer. This 100% acrylic formula is more versatile than PVA primers, making it ideal for wood, woodboard, drywall and other porous surfaces in all your home's low-moisture rooms. It also seals untreated wood, and it's tintable to allow for dramatic color change.
Finish
A non-reflective finish that has excellent performance under a flat or eggshell paints.
Best For Use In
Ideal for Drywall, Plasterboard, Wallboard, Wood and Brick.
Coverage
250-400 Sq. Ft. per Gallon
PRODUCT USAGE
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30 Min Dries to Touch
1 HR Ready to Topcoat -
250-400 Sq. Ft
Coverage per Gallon -
Soap & Water
Clean-Up -
Protect
from Freezing
- Over properly prepared uncoated and previously painted Interior surfaces in low-moisture areas.
- Ideal for Drywall, Plasterboard, Wallboard, Wood and Brick.
- Not recommended under SATIN, SEMI-GLOSS and HI-GLOSS paint.
- Bright or deep colors require a tinted primer.
- Have this product tinted close to topcoat color with no more than 2 ounces of colorant per gallon.
Preparation
- All surfaces should be properly prepared and cleaned.
- Remove loose paint, wash off dirt and grease with detergent, rinse and allow to dry.
- Remove mildew stains with a mildew stain removing product.
- Scuff sand glossy surfaces and repair imperfections.
- Remove all dust with a damp cloth, allow to dry.
- New brick should be thoroughly dried out; test pH prior to applying primer.
- The pH must be under 9.0 before coating.
- Existing brick should be free of any soot, ash, creosote, grease or other stains which could affect adhesion of the primer.
- Remove efflorescence with a mixed solution of one part vinegar and one part water, rinse thoroughly with clean water and allow to dry.
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Application
- Apply when air and surface temperatures are between 50-90°F (10-32°C).
- Use a high-quality 3/8-1/2” nap roller cover, nylon/polyester brush or an airless sprayer (.015-.019” spray tip, 60 mesh filter).
- Stir primer occasionally.
- Do not thin if using a roller or brush; however, if using a sprayer and thinning is required, thin with water at a rate of no more than 1/2 pint per gallon.
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Disposal
- For disposal of empty containers, unused paint and soiled rags, contact your household refuse collection service.
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WARRANTY
Behr Process Corporation warrants to you, the original residential consumer purchaser, the performance of this product as described on this label for so long as you reside in your home. THIS WARRANTY IS NOT VALID WHEN THE PRODUCT IS NOT PROPERLY APPLIED TO A PROPERLY PREPARED SURFACE OR CARED FOR IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LABEL DIRECTIONS. This warranty is not transferable. If this product is found not to perform as specified on the label during the warranty period, Behr Process Corporation will, at its option and upon presentation of proof-of-purchase (the original receipt), either furnish an equivalent amount of new product or refund the original purchase price of this product to you. This warranty excludes (1) labor and costs of labor for the application or removal of any product, and (2) any incidental or consequential damages, whether based on breach of express or implied warranty, negligence, strict liability or any other legal theory. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state. Note to residents of the State of New Jersey: The provisions of this warranty, including its limitations, are intended to apply to the fullest extent permitted by the laws of the State of New Jersey. To obtain warranty service, call 1-800-854-0133. Behr Process Corporation reserves the right to inspect any and all application of the product prior to processing your claim made under this warranty.
