Do I need to undercoat after Zinsser BIN?

Agree with what's been said the BIN is your primer/undercoat you need to stir really well, use 2 coats if necessary allowing time to dry between coats, then put your top coat on, probably 2 coats. You should never mix oil and water products, it's the oil based undercoat that is your problem, you didn't need it.

Do you have to paint over bin primer?

BIN primer might also react badly over time from direct water exposure. With paint on top, it's fine, but without primer, if drawers underneath the sink area get splashed a lot by water it might start to chip, so you'd want to at least topcoat the primer with a clear protective coat if you're not going to paint it.

Does Zinsser BIN need a top coat?

In most cases only one coat is necessary to prime most surfaces. If excessive absorption occurs over very porous substrates a second coat may be necessary. Spot priming is recommended only under high-hiding topcoat finishes. For best results, prime entire surface before painting.

Can I use water based paint over Zinsser BIN primer?

B-I-N®, developed in 1946, is the original shellac-based white-pigmented primer-sealer stain-killer. Great for use on all interior surfaces & spot priming on exterior surfaces. It is formulated to seal, prime and block out stains on previously painted or new work. Any oil or latex paint can be applied over it.

Is Zinsser BIN a primer?

B-I-N® is the ultimate primer, sealer and stain killer. It offers unparalleled adhesion on any surface without sanding and has the hiding power to conceal the toughest of stains. Permanently blocks odours.

An expert guide to Zinsser B-I-N®

How long should Zinsser BIN primer dry before painting?

Dry Time – At normal temperatures Bulls Eye® 1-2-3 will dry to touch in 30 minutes and can be recoated after one hour. Topcoat within 30 days. Lower temperatures, higher humidity, and the addition of tint will prolong dry and cure time of the product. Full adhesion and hardness develop in 7 days.

Can BIN primer be used as an undercoat?

Yes and use the same brand of undercoat for whatever the topcoat is you choose as Dr Decorator advised.

Is Bin an undercoat?

It is not the BIN it is the oil based undercoat and a water based top coat. The undercoat is fine on the BIN, it is your top coat not adhering to your undercoat. I never use oil based anything anymore. Always use BIN (woodwork) or BIN123 (walls) then water based on top.

Is Zinsser 123 an undercoat?

DESCRIPTION AND USES . Zinsser® Bulls Eye 1-2-3® is a high performance, universal water-based undercoat primer-sealer/stain blocker/bond coat that combines fast dry convenience with excellent adhesion and stain blocking power.

Can you paint water based paint over shellac?

All you have to do is soak a clean rag in denatured alcohol and rub it over the surface of the shellac. This dissolves the finish and gives you a clean slate for putting any type of paint over the surface of the wood. You may want to consider applying a primer before moving ahead with a new coat of paint.

Does Zinsser primer need two coats?

If your plaster walls are unfinished, prime them with two coats of an oil-based stain-blocking primer such as Zinsser Cover Stain to prevent the lime stains that affect plaster walls from bleeding into the paint.

How soon can I paint after Zinsser primer?

Dries to touch in 5 minutes and can be topcoated in 30 minutes with latex or oil-based paints. For best results, allow primer to cure overnight before applying strong solvent- based topcoats.

Can you paint over shellac primer?

Any oil or latex paint can be applied over it. Professionals love B-I-N because it dries faster than any other primer. It cures as fast as it dries, making it ideal for kitchen cabinet repainting, doors, and trim work.

Can I use Zinsser BIN on bare wood?

Pigmented Shellac like Bins is a great stain blocking primer. We use it for many purposes, bare wood, worn wood cabinets smoke and water damage etc. Bin's is very sandable and should be sanded between coats. When you apply it, work fast, get it on as even as you can, but do not try to over work it.

Is Zinsser BIN oil or water based?

Zinsser Universal Degreaser & Cleaner is a water-based detergent that is colour fast, fabric safe and removes tough stains quickly and effectively from many surfaces.

Do I need undercoat on painted wood?

Paints do not stick well to glossy surfaces, whether already painted or not. Whether it's a wall or woodwork, it should be thoroughly sanded to provide a surface “key”. You may need an undercoat for wood, but there is no need to apply any primer, as the surface is already painted.

What is the difference between primer sealer and undercoat?

Conclusion: Undercoat Vs Primer Sealer

The main difference between an undercoat, primer, and sealer is that primers are applied to new surfaces, while sealers are used in place of a primer or applied before the primer, while undercoats are used on a surface that has already been painted.

Is Zinsser 123 a bonding primer?

Bulls Eye® 1-2-3 effectively primes and seals a wide variety of interior and exterior surfaces. A 'bond coat' primer that's great for hard-to-stick surfaces, it offers excellent adhesion without sanding.

How soon can you paint over Zinsser oil based primer?

COVER-STAIN brushes evenly, levels quickly and sands easily to create a glassy smooth enamel undercoat for oil-base and latex-base enamel paints. Because it dries to the touch in 30 minutes, is ready to recoat in 2 hours and sticks to glossy surfaces without sanding, COVER-STAIN saves time on the job.

How many coats of primer do I need?

You will want to use 2-3 coats of primer to ensure there is a good bond between the new paint and the wall, and also to cover up any previous colors, especially if they are red, orange, or a strange outdated color. In short, you will typically need 2 coats of primer for most painting projects.

How do I know if I need a second coat of primer?

If your old paint color is a medium-light tone, such as sky blue or mint green, and your new color is white or very light, start with a single layer of primer. If the old color shows through after this layer is dry, add a second coat of primer.

What happens if you don't paint over primer?

Since primer's function is mainly to bond and cover porous surfaces, it is not made to withstand elements like paint. Because of this, if you leave primer without a top coat (or paint) it will deteriorate and break down, probably in a chalk like form.

Should you sand between coats of primer?

Actually, sanding between coats of primer is pointless. Once primer is dry, you should sand the primer before moving on to the basecoat color. Sanding between coats of primer will just extend how long it takes to complete the phase, while sanding at the end of the primer step yields the same results.