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KILZ Original White Flat Oil-Based Alkyd Oil Primer 1 qt

Made in America

Support American manufacturers + independent hardware retailers in one purchase.

Blocks stains and odors other primers miss, with recoat time as fast as one hour.
Kilz MPN 10042 In Stock & Ready to Ship
$119.94
$19.99 each · sold by the case of 6 Free shipping on orders over $149
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$119.94 per case of 6

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About Product Overview

KILZ Original oil-based primer is built for stubborn stains and odors that regular paint won't cover - smoke, water marks, pet stains, and more. The alkyd formula seals surfaces and gives you a solid, uniform base coat before you paint, and it's tintable so your topcoat covers in fewer passes. Apply it by brush, roller, or sprayer on just about any interior surface, and you're ready to recoat in as little as an hour.

  • Base: Oil-based alkyd primer
  • Stain blocking: Yes, low odor formula
  • Coverage: 75-100 sq ft per quart
  • Recoat time: 1 hour; full cure in 14 days
  • Cleanup: Mineral spirits
  • Backed by a limited lifetime warranty

The Details Specifications

Ships Ground Travels by ground for safe handling — common for items with a lithium battery, aerosol, or liquid inside. Nothing extra to do on your end; it simply ships by truck instead of by air.
Brand Kilz
Model / MPN 10042
UPC 051652100426
Weight 22 lbs
Country of Origin USA
Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Manufacturer documentation · opens in new tab
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