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Zinsser

Zinsser BIN Shellac Base Primer - Sealer & Stain Killer, 3.78-L/1-Gallon

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$125.99
price was $139.99
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Zinsser

Zinsser BIN Shellac Base Primer - Sealer & Stain Killer, 3.78-L/1-Gallon

$125.99
price was $139.99
Sale ends November 4, 2026

Product Details

Looking for a “silver bullet” primer that covers everything unwanted? Use the one contractors keep in their vans: Zinsser® B-I-N® Primer. As the original pigmented, shellac-based, stain-killing primer-sealer, nothing is better at permanently blocking stains, odours and wood knots. Great under all top coats. Use indoors or for spot exterior use. Works with any top coat. For spray paint “Apply Outdoors”

  • Shellac-base primer-sealer

  • For interior and spot exterior use

  • Greatest stain sealer

  • Lightning fast dry - recoat in 45 minutes

  • Size: 3.78 L (1 gal)

  • Seals knots and sap streaks

  • Seals pet, smoke and musty odours

  • Sticks to all surfaces without sanding

Part Number Z00911
Advanced Features Stain Resistant
Application Method Brush
Dry Time (min) 20 min
Job Type(s) Ceiling, Walls, Doors/Trim, Cabinet/Furniture
Minimum Operating Temperature (°C) -18 °C
Package Depth (cm) 17.15 cm
Package Depth (in) 6.75 in
Package Height (cm) 19.81 cm
Package Height (in) 7.80 in
Package Weight (kg) 4.76 kg
Package Weight (lb) 10.50 lb
Package Width (cm) 17.15 cm
Package Width (in) 6.75 in
Paint Can Size 3.7 L (1 gallon)
Paint Clean up Mineral Spirits
Paint Finish Flat
Paint Maximum Coverage Area (sq ft) 506 ft²
Paint Maximum Coverage Area (sq m) 47 m²
Paint Premixed Colour Black
Paint Type Primer
Paint VOC Level High VOC
Product Use(s) Interior, Exterior
Recoat Time(hr) 0 h
Shelf Life (year) 3 yr
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38 out of 41 (93%) reviewers recommend this product

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1 – 5 of 63 Reviews

Great product.

2 months ago
Always use BIN primer on bare wood does a great job sealing all the knots in the wood and prevents any bleeding through the main coat of paint.
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Response from Rust Oleum Team:
2 months ago
Rust Oleum Team
We agree! This is the best product recommendation for sealing knots! rustoleum-ca

He was going over extremely old wood and sanded down old paint that was probably from the 1950s and

3 months ago
The guy helped me with the primer, although it was on sale it felt it was still a little overpriced, but I have a century home and it needs to be done right so the primer is going on nicely and I will be painting over top of it soon
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Response from Rust Oleum Team:
3 months ago
Rust Oleum Team
Thanks for choosing our Zinsser B-I-N Shellac Primer for your home project! rustoleum-ca

Couvre la senteur

5 months ago
Couvre en profondeur la senteur de nicotine
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5 months ago
Rust Oleum Team
Nous sommes ravis de l'apprendre, Samm! rustoleum-ca

Excellent

6 months ago
Works great, stops stains and nicotine from bleeding through.
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6 months ago
Rust Oleum Team
We agree with you Jess! Thanks for sharing! rustoleum-ca

Fantastic product

8 months ago
Oh my. Listen up people. This BIN stuff costs wayyy more and is worth every penny. It glides on, dries in minutes (like 2-3) and gives a strong coat of primer base to work with. I am very very impressed with this product. Initially, I thought that $120/pail was too much when other "similar" products were half the price. No more. It's worth the extra cash. Get this stuff. You won't be disappointed.
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Response from Rust Oleum Team:
8 months ago
Rust Oleum Team
We loved reading your review Ed! Happy to hear how much you love our Zinsser B-I-N Sealer & Stain Killer! rustoleum-ca
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Q: What paint can be used over this product? Does it have to be oil based?

5 years ago
2 Answers
  • A: You can use any kind of paint you want. This is my "go-to" primer for so many things...wood, because it seals in the tannins, laminate and other hard to paint substrates because it has excellent adhering properties. Plus it sands to a fine powder, so you can get a super smooth finish if you want. I always keep a gallon of this on hand, it's suitable for almost every project I do. Tip: your tools will dry out quickly, so wrap your brushes and rollers sleeves in thick plastic (I keep my old bread bags just for this) and put them in the freezer between coats. You need to use denatured alcohol or strong ammonia to clean your tools, so I usually just toss my tools out once they've dried out too much. The freezer will keep your tools usable for several days to a week, longer if you leave enough primer in them so they stay 'wet' in the plastic.
    5 years ago
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Q: This product is stated here to be latex, but all the professionals who recommended it describe it as alkyd and not water soluble, hence no water cleanup. Is "latex" an error?

5 years ago
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  • A: Hi JustMe, Our Zinsser BIN has a Shellac-Base resin. However, it also contains denatured alcohol and water. Clean application tools in a solution of 1-part ammonia and 3-parts water immediately after use. If the product has dried on the tools, soak overnight in a solution of equal parts ammonia and water. Scrub clean with a stiff brush.
    5 years ago
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Q: Can this product be used over varnished wood beams so that they can be repainted in a water based painte?

14 years ago
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  • A: Yes, our line of Zinsser BIN paint is an ideal product to use for this situation.
    14 years ago
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Q: Est-ce que l'on peut utiliser l'apprêt sur un plancher stratifié (flottant) afin de le peinturer?

3 years ago
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  • A: Bonjour, Bonne question! Notre Apprêt d'impression à base de gomme laque B-I-N peut être appliqué sur un sol stratifié. Cependant, il devra durcir pendant 14 à 21 jours avant l'application de la couche de finition. Veillez à faire un essai sur une petite surface au préalable.
    3 years ago
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Q: Is this the same thing as Zinsser Mold Killing Primer just a different name? I can't seem to locate the Mold Killing Primer in Canada. Thank you.

7 years ago
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  • A: Zinsser BIN is not the same as the Zinsser Mold Killing Primer. The equivalent product available in Canada is called Zinsser Mold Stop Primer.
    7 years ago
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Q: Cet apprêt adhère-t-il sur du silicone qui ne se peinture pas?

9 years ago
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  • A: Malheureusement, même une excellente amorce comme BIN ne colle pas à la silicone. Même la silicone a la difficulté à coller sur silicone.
    9 years ago
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Q: Being a shellac base, does it require venting when applying it indoors. Does it smell strongly?

10 years ago
1 Answer
  • A: Yes this should be used in a well ventilated area. The smell will go away once dry and does not linger.
    10 years ago
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Q: Can Zinsser BIN be used with pneumatic sprayer? Moving into house; owner smoked up the garage. I would like to have a painter spray bomb the garage with this paint using a pneumatic sprayer; the night before Movers bring my stuff. Will this paint work with a pneumatic sprayer?

10 years ago
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  • A: yes you can. Make sure to read all instructions prior.
    10 years ago
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Q: Can I use this product to prime a new, painted wall for non-woven wallpaper application?

13 years ago
1 Answer
  • A: BIN is moisture sensitive, and is not ideal for wallpaper applications.
    13 years ago
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Q: can i use it as a water vapor barrier? I am putting a mortar scratch coat to a wire mesh attach to a plywood instead of using a asphalt felt paper as my water bapor barrier between the plywood and the cement (scratch coat) I want to use this zinseer bin primer.

13 years ago
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  • A: Zinsser Bin is not a vapor barrier product, Although It can be used as a Odor Barrier. Bin will not stop moisture or vapor from passing though any surface. I would not recommended Zinsser Bin Primer for this application. Limitations – Not recommended for whole surface exterior application or for application to floors or decks or surfaces subject to immersion or prolonged contact with water.
    13 years ago
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