Which primer is best for different surface types?

Make sure your primer is compatible with the type of surface you're working with, like <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Paint-Primers/5-Gallon/Flame-Retardant/Metal/N-5yc1vZbt0tZ1z0o7guZ1z1dqlnZ1z1rv95?emt=plpfaq_2408_primers" style="text-decoration: underline;">metal</a>, <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Paint-Primers/5-Gallon/Flame-Retardant/Grass/N-5yc1vZbt0tZ1z0kweqZ1z1dqlnZ1z1rv95?emt=plpfaq_2408_primers" style="text-decoration: underline;">grass</a>, or <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Paint-Primers/5-Gallon/Flame-Retardant/Fabric/N-5yc1vZbt0tZ1z0kwieZ1z1dqlnZ1z1rv95?emt=plpfaq_2408_primers" style="text-decoration: underline;">fabric</a>.

What kind of paint primer do I need for different projects?

Look for primers with features like <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Paint-Primers/5-Gallon/Flame-Retardant/One-Coat-Coverage/N-5yc1vZbt0tZ1z0juibZ1z1dqlnZ1z1rv95?emt=plpfaq_2408_primers" style="text-decoration: underline;">one coat coverage</a>, <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Paint-Primers/5-Gallon/Flame-Retardant/Washable/N-5yc1vZbt0tZ1z0oepmZ1z1dqlnZ1z1rv95?emt=plpfaq_2408_primers" style="text-decoration: underline;">washable</a>, and <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Paint-Primers/5-Gallon/Flame-Retardant/Any-Angle-Spray/N-5yc1vZbt0tZ1z0kvy1Z1z1dqlnZ1z1rv95?emt=plpfaq_2408_primers" style="text-decoration: underline;">any angle spray</a>.

What are the top paint primer brands?

We carry a wide range of top-rated primer brands, including <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Paint-Primers/Firetect/5-Gallon/Flame-Retardant/N-5yc1vZbt0tZo66Z1z1dqlnZ1z1rv95?emt=plpfaq_2408_primers" style="text-decoration: underline;">Firetect</a>, <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Paint-Primers/ForceField/5-Gallon/Flame-Retardant/N-5yc1vZbt0tZb5pZ1z1dqlnZ1z1rv95?emt=plpfaq_2408_primers" style="text-decoration: underline;">ForceField</a>, and more.

Is there a specific primer for wall paint?

The best wall primer depends on the type of wall and the paint you're using. For most walls, a <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Paint-Primers/Universal/N-5yc1vZbt0tZ1z0ut90?emt=plpfaq_2408_primers" style="text-decoration: underline;">general-purpose</a> latex primer will work well. However, you may need a <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Paint-Primers/Stain-Blocking/N-5yc1vZbt0tZ1z0v3l5?emt=plpfaq_2408_primers" style="text-decoration: underline;">stain-blocking primer</a> if you paint over a surface with stains.