Zinsser Primers, Sealers & Specialty Coatings

As an authorised Zinsser dealer in Toronto, we proudly offer a complete range of Zinsser products, including stain-blocking primers, mould-resistant coatings, wallpaper removers, surface sealers, bonding primers, and specialty paints trusted by professional painters, contractors, and homeowners across Canada.

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What Is Zinsser?

Zinsser is widely known for its extensive line of specialty primers, sealers, and surface preparation products. Whether you’re a homeowner in Toronto taking on a DIY project or a professional managing a larger painting job, Zinsser provides a variety of stain-blocking primers, mould-resistant coatings, and surface sealers. These products are designed to help you achieve professional-grade finishes, simplifying the process from basic surface prep to demanding installations. Using Zinsser is a dependable way to approach your work and get consistent results.

Professional Surface Preparation

Industry-leading primers, sealers, and specialty coatings engineered to solve difficult painting challenges before the finish coat is applied.

Superior Adhesion

Designed to bond to glossy surfaces, wood, drywall, masonry, plaster, metal, previously painted surfaces, and other difficult substrates.

Stain & Odour Blocking

Powerful primers that permanently seal water stains, smoke damage, tannin bleed, graffiti, and household odours before painting.

Trusted by Professionals

Preferred by painters, contractors, restoration specialists, and maintenance professionals for dependable, jobsite-proven performance.

Which Zinsser Product Is Right For Your Project?

Whether you’re blocking stains, priming difficult surfaces, removing wallpaper, or protecting walls from mould and mildew, explore Zinsser’s most trusted specialty products for your next painting project.
Best For :
Priming drywall, wood, masonry, plaster, previously painted surfaces, and glossy finishes before interior or exterior painting.
Best For :
Blocking smoke damage, water stains, knots, tannin bleed, marker stains, pet odours, and preparing difficult interior surfaces requiring maximum stain sealing.
Best For :
Interior and exterior projects requiring excellent stain blocking, fast drying, superior adhesion, and strong sealing performance on wood and previously painted surfaces.
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Patching and repairing interior and exterior surfaces including drywall, plaster, wood, masonry, and concrete. This professional-strength, multi-purpose spackling compound provides a durable, shrink-resistant finish that sands easily and prepares surfaces for a seamless, high-quality paint application.
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Removing wallpaper adhesive and loosening wallpaper for easier removal during renovation and repainting projects.
Best For :
Bathrooms, kitchens, basements, laundry rooms, and other high-humidity interior areas requiring a mould- and mildew-resistant finish.

Why Choose Zinsser?

Designed to solve difficult painting and restoration challenges, Zinsser products help create longer-lasting finishes through superior preparation, adhesion, and protection.

Industry-Leading Primers

Professional-grade primers engineered to seal stains, improve adhesion, and prepare challenging surfaces for painting.

Exceptional Stain Blocking

Effectively seals smoke damage, water stains, tannin bleed, graffiti, and odours to create a clean painting surface.

Superior Surface Adhesion

Bonds to glossy finishes, wood, drywall, masonry, plaster, metal, tile, and previously painted surfaces.

Restoration & Repair Solutions

Specialty products for damaged drywall, wallpaper removal, mould prevention, and difficult restoration projects.

Interior & Exterior Performance

High-performance coatings designed for residential, commercial, and restoration applications indoors and outdoors.

Trusted for Over 175 Years

A long-standing reputation for developing innovative primers and specialty coatings relied upon by professionals worldwide.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Zinsser primers, stain blockers, mould-resistant paints, and specialty surface preparation products.

1. Which Zinsser primer should I use?

The best Zinsser primer depends on your project. Bulls Eye® 1-2-3 is ideal for most interior and exterior surfaces, B-I-N® Shellac-Based Primer is best for blocking stubborn stains and odours, Cover Stain® is preferred for heavy stain blocking and exterior wood, while Gardz® is designed for damaged drywall and porous surfaces.

2. What is the difference between Zinsser B-I-N and Bulls Eye 1-2-3?

B-I-N is a shellac-based primer designed for severe stains, odours, and difficult surfaces, while Bulls Eye 1-2-3 is a water-based, all-purpose primer suitable for most residential painting projects. Your choice depends on the condition of the surface you're painting.

3. Is Zinsser primer better than Kilz?

Both are professional brands, but Zinsser is widely recognised for its specialty primers. B-I-N is often preferred for stain blocking and odour sealing, while Bulls Eye 1-2-3 is known for excellent adhesion across a wide variety of surfaces.

4. Can Zinsser primer be painted over without sanding?

In many cases, yes. Products like Bulls Eye® 1-2-3 and STIX® are formulated to bond to glossy or previously painted surfaces after proper cleaning. However, lightly sanding damaged or heavily glossy surfaces may still improve results.

5. Does Zinsser primer block water stains and smoke damage?

Yes. Zinsser B-I-N® and Cover Stain® are specifically formulated to permanently seal water stains, smoke damage, nicotine stains, tannin bleed, and other stubborn marks before painting.

6. Which Zinsser primer is best for cabinets, laminate, and glossy surfaces?

For cabinets, laminate, melamine, ceramic tile, and glossy painted surfaces, Zinsser B-I-N® or Bulls Eye® 1-2-3 are among the most commonly recommended products because of their excellent adhesion.

7. Does Zinsser make mould-resistant paint?

Yes. Zinsser Perma-White® is designed for high-moisture areas such as bathrooms, kitchens, laundry rooms, and basements. It helps resist mould and mildew growth on the paint film.

8. Can I use Zinsser primer on exterior surfaces?

Yes. Many Zinsser primers are suitable for both interior and exterior applications, including wood, masonry, stucco, brick, concrete, and previously painted surfaces. Always check the individual product recommendations before use.

9. How do I remove wallpaper using Zinsser DIF®?

Zinsser DIF® Wallpaper Stripper penetrates wallpaper adhesive to soften the paste, making wallpaper easier to remove while helping reduce damage to the wall underneath.

10. Where can I buy Zinsser products in Canada?

Zinsser primers, sealers, mould-resistant paints, and specialty surface preparation products are available through authorised retailers such as Oui Colour Paint, with expert advice to help you choose the right product for your project.