Best Acrylic Based Paint Primers in 2026

A good bonding primer is essential to ensure that topcoats adhere to tough-to-paint surfaces. High adhesion primer increases painting possibilities by bonding to a wide range of surfaces. Use on properly prepared surfaces free of dust, grease, chalk, rust and peeling paint. Mix well before using. Apply with brush, roller, or spray.

KILZ Adhesion is a unique latex primer developed to bond securely on slick surfaces where a traditional water or oil-base primer will not adhere. Viscosity - 93 - 100 KU. Roller - Smooth Surface - 3/8 - 1/2 inch nap.Roller - Porous Surface - 1/2 - 3/4 inch nap. Spray Pressure - 2,500 - 3,200. Spray Tip -.015 - .021 inches

Bonds to tough-to-paint surfaces including Kynar, PVC, Formica, vinyl, glass, tile, glazed brick, chalky paints, glossy finishes, fiberglass and metals. Topcoat with either latex or oil-based paint.

A good bonding primer is essential to ensure that topcoats adhere to tough-to-paint surfaces. High adhesion primer increases painting possibilities by bonding to a wide range of surfaces. Use on properly prepared surfaces free of dust, grease, chalk, rust and peeling paint. Mix well before using. Apply with brush, roller, or spray.

KILZ Adhesion is a unique latex primer developed to bond securely on slick surfaces where a traditional water or oil-base primer will not adhere.

Bonds to tough-to-paint surfaces including Kynar, PVC, Formica, vinyl, glass, tile, glazed brick, chalky paints, glossy finishes, fiberglass and metals. Topcoat with either latex or oil-based paint.

Premium-quality, acrylic-urethane bonding primer-sealer with unparalleled adhesion to the most challenging surfaces, including glossy tile, PVC, vinyl, plastic, glass, glazed block, glossy paint, pre-coated siding, fiberglass, and galvanized metals.

Bonding primer for drywall, plaster, ceiling, acoustical tile, wood trim and doors, Formica, ceramic tiles, glossy surfaces, PVC plastic, masonry walls, wood, trim, shutters, masonry, stucco, concrete, cement block, galvanized metal, aluminum, and other challenging surfaces.

Bonds to "hard-to-coat" surfaces and can be top coated with almost any product.

Premium-quality, acrylic-urethane bonding primer-sealer with unparalleled adhesion to the most challenging surfaces, including glossy tile, PVC, vinyl, plastic, glass, glazed block, glossy paint, pre-coated siding, fiberglass, and galvanized metals.

Bonding primer for drywall, plaster, ceiling, acoustical tile, wood trim and doors, Formica, ceramic tiles, glossy surfaces, PVC plastic, masonry walls, wood, trim, shutters, masonry, stucco, concrete, cement block, galvanized metal, aluminum, and other challenging surfaces.

Bonds to "hard-to-coat" surfaces and can be top coated with almost any product.

METALLIC FINISH SPRAY PAINT – Embrace a sleek, metallic look for craft and DIY projects with Krylon Premium Metallic Spray Paint. It adheres well to most surfaces, including wood, metal, plastic, paper mache, glass, plaster ceramic, paper and wicker.

DEEP, LUSTROUS FINISH – With a very smooth, high gloss finish, this metallic craft spray paint resembles actual metallic plating. It’s perfect for adding an on-trend finish home craft or DIY items or a touch of sleek sophistication to crafts.

CHROME METALLIC SPRAY PAINT – A metallic accent steps up any room’s style, and is the perfect finishing touch to seasonal décor items and more. Krylon Premium Metallic Spray Paint Original Chrome is a sleek, classic color that looks elegant on any item.

PRIMER | SEALER | STAINBLOCKER: KILZ RESTORATION Primer (Formerly KILZ MAX) is a new generation water-based primer, sealer and stainblocker offering performance of traditional oil and shellac-based primers. It blocks tough stains and odors and provides superior adhesion. Ideal for restoration and disaster recovery painting jobs.

ADVANCED FORMULA: The innovative modified acrylic epoxy formula provides superior adhesion and the performance of oil-based and shellac primers with the easy clean-up, low odor and low VOC of water-based. This formula also dries hard and sands easily which makes for a great enamel undercoater.

MULTIPLE SURFACES: Use on most interior surfaces including drywall, wood, plaster, masonry, brick, painted metal, ceramic tile, glass and most other glossy surfaces. Surfaces should be free of dust, grease, chalk, rust and peeling paint prior to application. Use as a subcoat for flooring and carpets to block pet odors. Works with oil, alkyd and water-based paints.

No primers or sealers are required! Ideal for brush stencil or sponge

An easy one-step application makes Americana Gloss Enamels a great choice for decorating glass tiles glazed ceramics and other non-porous surfaces

They can be baked in the home oven for added durability

Easy to Use: Even for beginners, this primer is easy to use! Just brush it on and let it dry.

Eco-Friendly Ultra low VOC and water-based - contains NO harsh chemical additives such as phthalates, formaldehyde, heavy metals, or solvents.

Dries Clear: This is a bonus especially if you’re painting a piece of furniture that you would like to later distress. The clear finish means you’ll see the original wood tone underneath when distressing instead of white or grey primer.

SPRAY PAINT AND PRIMER – Krylon COLORmaxx Spray Paint and Primer delivers premium coverage and superior color with adhesion and durability. This primer and spray paint can be used on wood, metal, wicker, most plastics, glass, plaster/ceramic and more.

INDOOR/OUTDOOR RUST PROTECTION – Whether your spray paint project is inside or outdoors, this gloss white spray paint offers rust protection for a variety of DIY and craft projects including craft foam, hard surfaces, paper mache, fabric and paper.

SATIN WHITE SPRAY PAINT – Color changes everything – from a furniture refresh to creative touch-up. White color spray paint is a classic spray paint color that can be used for a variety of projects, and the satin finish has a subtle sheen for a sleek look.

Product 1: Premium-quality, acrylic-urethane bonding primer-sealer with unparalleled adhesion to the most challenging surfaces, including glossy tile, PVC, vinyl, plastic, glass, glazed block, glossy paint, pre-coated siding, fiberglass, and galvanized metals.

Product 1: Bonding primer for drywall, plaster, ceiling, acoustical tile, wood trim and doors, Formica, ceramic tiles, glossy surfaces, PVC plastic, masonry walls, wood, trim, shutters, masonry, stucco, concrete, cement block, galvanized metal, aluminum, and other challenging surfaces.

Product 1: Bonds to "hard-to-coat" surfaces and can be top coated with almost any product.

ADHESION PROMOTING - Dries clear, with a strong permanent tack to improve adhesion on surfaces like glass, tile, ceramic, sealed wood panelling, mirrors, and more.

IDEAL FOR HEAVYWEIGHT WALLCOVERINGS - Improves tack, helping to create a strong durable bond for even the heaviest wallcoverings.

ZERO VOC - As calculated per EPA Method 24.

Ideal for use to kill pesky odors on all painted or unpainted interior surfaces including subfloor, wood floors, cabinets, plaster, drywall, metal, masonry, PVC and more

Advanced formula designed to eliminate difficult existing odors from pets including urine, food, tobacco, fire and smoke damage

Covers up to 100 square feet, dries to the touch in 25 minutes and recoats within 45 minutes for quick project completion

PROBLEM SOLVING PRIMER – BOSS is a water-based paint primer that blocks odors, stains, and stops bleed through. BOSS is a problem solver product and not needed for every project. In two coats, BOSS tackles tough set-in stains including permanent marker, water stains, and much more. BOSS even masks smoke odors and nicotine smells.

MULTI-SURFACE PAINT PRIMER – BOSS works on many different surfaces including wood, plastic, and more. Our primers come in three colors: White, Clear, and Gray. Use as a base to cover any unwanted imperfections on the surface before you paint.

HOW TO USE – Clean surface first with White Lightning (sold separately) then apply BOSS. Allow to dry approximately one hour. Apply a second coat of BOSS and allow to dry for 24 hours before painting with Dixie Belle Paint. Follow up with any of our paints on any painting project you are working on.

Enhanced adhesion on a wide variety of substrates

Easy to applyUsage:

Sika Primer-206 G+P is used to improve adhesion on substrates such as float glass, ceramic-coated