{"id":6892,"date":"2020-08-11T02:53:22","date_gmt":"2020-08-11T09:53:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kilz.com\/kilz-blog-smoketest\/?p=6892"},"modified":"2024-07-24T11:48:52","modified_gmt":"2024-07-24T18:48:52","slug":"three-primers-for-exterior-projects","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kilz.com\/blog\/three-primers-for-exterior-projects\/","title":{"rendered":"Three Primers for Exterior Projects"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Priming before painting is an important step for nearly every painting project, and we\u2019ve covered quite a few different project types here on The Perfect Finish \u2013 including priming when <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kilz.com\/blog\/pro-tips-for-painting-over-a-dark-or-light-wall\/\">changing wall colors<\/a>, priming before painting <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kilz.com\/blog\/top-primers-for-kitchen-projects\/\">kitchen cabinets<\/a>, and even priming in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kilz.com\/blog\/these-three-rooms-call-for-a-primer-that-provides-a-mildew-resistant-primer-finish\/\">moisture prone rooms<\/a> in your home. Now in the heat of summer, it\u2019s time to talk about an area of the home we haven\u2019t often covered \u2013 the outside!<\/p>\n<div id='gallery-1' class='gallery galleryid-6892 gallery-columns-2 gallery-size-large'><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/www.kilz.com\/blog\/three-primers-for-exterior-projects\/kilz-blog_3-primers-exterior-projects-ext-door-orange\/'><img width=\"580\" height=\"696\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kilz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2020\/09\/kilz-blog_3-primers-exterior-projects-ext-door-orange.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Orange exterior door with panel siding on the house\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kilz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/kilz-blog_3-primers-exterior-projects-ext-door-orange.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.kilz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/kilz-blog_3-primers-exterior-projects-ext-door-orange-900x1080.png 900w, https:\/\/www.kilz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/kilz-blog_3-primers-exterior-projects-ext-door-orange-768x922.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 580px) 100vw, 580px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\n\t\t\t<div class='gallery-icon portrait'>\n\t\t\t\t<a href='https:\/\/www.kilz.com\/blog\/three-primers-for-exterior-projects\/kilz-blog_3-primers-exterior-projects-ext-door-panel-siding\/'><img width=\"580\" height=\"696\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kilz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/\/2020\/09\/kilz-blog_3-primers-exterior-projects-ext-door-panel-siding.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Light green exterior door with panel siding on the house\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kilz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/kilz-blog_3-primers-exterior-projects-ext-door-panel-siding.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.kilz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/kilz-blog_3-primers-exterior-projects-ext-door-panel-siding-900x1080.png 900w, https:\/\/www.kilz.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/kilz-blog_3-primers-exterior-projects-ext-door-panel-siding-768x922.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 580px) 100vw, 580px\" \/><\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div><\/figure>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<p>Just as important as proper prep for your indoor painting projects, priming is a critical prep step for outdoor projects. From painting your front door, to the entire exterior of your house, or even a garden fence, KILZ has a primer made for the job. KILZ<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Original Primer has been trusted by pros for over 40 years and the KILZ Original lineup includes a primer formulated for outdoor projects. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kilz.com\/primer\/kilz-original-int-ext-black-label\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">KILZ<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Original Interior | Exterior Primer<\/a> is an all-weather sealer with excellent adhesion to even the toughest to paint surfaces like masonry or bare, porous wood. When using this primer on outdoor brick, stucco or plaster, it\u2019s important to note that the masonry surfaces should be clean, dry and cured for at least 90 days.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kilz.com\/primer\/kilz-2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">KILZ 2<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> All-Purpose Primer<\/a> is another product formulated for both interior and exterior use. This water-based sealer and stain blocker would be an excellent choice for painting your front door or garden fence. Just remember this tip from the pros, if the surface you are painting is unpainted, exterior wood that has been exposed to sun and\/or moisture longer than 2-4 weeks prior to painting \u2013 be sure to clean and sand it before priming. On new masonry surfaces, KILZ 2 All-Purpose can be used once the surfaces has cured for at least 30 days.<\/p>\n<p>Our third pick for exterior projects is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kilz.com\/primer\/kilz-premium\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">KILZ 3<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Premium Primer<\/a>. This fast drying, water-based primer provides excellent adhesion and a mildew resistant coating, making it ideal for exterior surfaces prone to moisture. It can be used for both interior and exterior projects and has a thicker, high-hiding formula great for blocking stains. If you live in a humid environment, KILZ 3 Premium Primer is a great choice for your outdoor painting projects.<\/p>\n<p>What exterior projects will you tackle this summer?<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Always remember to refer to our website\u202f<a href=\"https:\/\/www.kilz.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">kilz.com<\/a>\u202for product back labels for additional information on which primer is right for your project and detailed instructions on how to apply our products.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Priming before painting is an important step for nearly every painting project, and we\u2019ve covered quite a few different project types here on The Perfect Finish \u2013 including priming when changing wall colors, priming before painting kitchen cabinets, and even priming in moisture prone rooms in your home. 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