Zinsser B-I-N Advanced Synthetic Shellac Primer, White, Gallon
Zinsser B-I-N Advanced Synthetic Shellac Primer, White, Gallon is intended for interior whole-surface priming; exterior spot priming only use.
Features
- White stain-blocking primer
- Seals knots, sap and tannin
- Odor barrier for smoke and other odors
- Adheres to glossy surfaces without sanding or deglossing
- Low odor
Best for
Bare or painted interior wood, drywall, cured plaster, masonry, galvanized metal and PVC; Glossy enamel, varnish, paneling, laminates, glass and ceramic tile; Exterior spots under high-hiding paint
Specs
| Color or finish | White |
|---|---|
| Selected size | Gallon |
| Base | water (acrylic resin, glycol ethers and water solvents per TDS) |
| Use | interior whole-surface priming; exterior spot priming only |
| Coverage | 300-400 sq ft/gallon practical coverage at recommended dry film thickness |
| Touch dry | 25 minutes |
| Recoat | 45 minutes |
| Full cure | 7 days |
| Application conditions | Air, material and surface 50-90°F; relative humidity below 85% |
| Coats | One coat usually; second coat for excessively porous surfaces |
| Apply with | Brush; 3/8 inch nap roller; Airless sprayer |
| Thinning | If needed, no more than 10 oz water per gallon |
| Cleanup | Warm soap and water |
| VOC | <100 g/L |
| Topcoat compatibility | May be used under and over latex or oil-based architectural paint |
| Manufacturer part # | 270976 |
How to apply
Start with the manufacturer's preparation steps: Clean and dry surface; remove grease, wax, mildew and loose paint; Smooth edges of remaining paint film; Remove as much existing stain as possible; Stir thoroughly.
- Clean and dry substrate; remove loose coatings and stains
- Mix primer; thin with up to 10 oz water/gallon only if required
- Apply one coat by brush, roller or airless spray
- Recoat after 45 minutes; allow 2 hours for knot and stain blocking
Good to know
Use limits: Full-service exterior applications; Excessively humid interior areas; Immersion or prolonged water contact; Mixing with other oil- or water-based products.
None assigned: 270976 SDS: no GHS symbol or signal word required under 2012 OSHA HazCom.
Keep the recoat time and full cure time separate when planning the project. The recoat figure tells you when another coat can be applied; it does not replace the full cure guidance.
Questions
How much will I need?
Use these manufacturer coverage figures: 300-400 sq ft/gallon practical coverage at recommended dry film thickness. Match the figure to the container size, and account for the stated number of coats.
When can I apply another coat?
The listed manufacturer recoat guidance is 45 minutes. Follow the application conditions and instructions for this product.