Primer for Wall Paint

The best primer wall paint deals with us

The primer from our own brand VP (Verfmenger Prof) is relatively affordable compared to brands like Sikkens paint or Sigma. VP provides excellent value for money, as we offer a lowest price guarantee, ensuring our prices are at the bottom of the market. We collaborate with leading manufacturers to create our own products. Since these are our own products, we can set the prices ourselves, making this professional brand more affordable. Additionally, you can find the best primer deals on our webshop every week.

What is primer?

Primer is a base coat applied to walls before painting. Its main function is to fill pores and holes in the wall while reducing the absorbency of the surface. This prevents your more expensive wall paint from being absorbed into the wall, reducing unnecessary paint consumption. Primer is particularly crucial for newly plastered walls. Without primer, you may need 3 to 4 coats of wall paint to achieve proper coverage.

Primer for plasterwork

What does primer do for plasterwork? Plaster is always highly absorbent, so applying primer is essential. Opt for a covering primer, as this provides light coverage, helping the final wall paint to cover more effectively. Additionally, a covering primer is easy to apply with a roller. Our tip is to always use a quality primer on newly plastered walls for the best results.

Is primer really necessary for wallpaper?

Primer may be necessary for wallpaper, depending on the surface. If the surface is newly plastered walls or plasterboard, primer is essential. Applying primer prevents the wall from absorbing glue or paint. Once the wallpaper is in place, primer is no longer needed. Good preparation with primer ensures the wallpaper stays firmly in place without issues.

How should you apply primer?

Primer can be easily applied using a block brush, roller, or even a plant sprayer. The application method depends on the type of primer and the surface. For highly absorbent surfaces like plaster or plasterboard, an impregnating or fixing primer is often the best choice. For lightly absorbent surfaces, a covering primer is much more practical due to its added coverage and easy application.

Tip from Verfmenger

Always check your surface for absorbency first. For absorbent walls, such as plasterboard or fresh plaster, a quality primer is essential for a flawless finish. Use a covering primer with a roller for efficiency and added coverage.

What types of primer are there?

There are various types of primers, each with specific properties. The main types include:

• Covering primer: Offers some initial coverage and is easy to apply with a roller or sprayer.
• Fixing primer: A water-thin substance ideal for highly absorbent or powdery surfaces.
• Gel primer: A thicker substance that can be rolled or sprayed; perfect for medium-absorbent surfaces.

Primer for plasterboard

Plasterboard is naturally highly absorbent and always requires a primer. Use a water-thin fixer for deep impregnation, or a covering primer if you want initial coverage straight away. Skipping this step will lead to noticeable streaks and uneven patches in your wall paint, regardless of the paint quality.

What does primer do for exterior walls?

For exterior walls, primer is not always necessary unless the surface is untreated concrete or brickwork. If the wall is plastered, we recommend a covering primer to limit the absorbency of the surface. For previously painted walls, primer is usually unnecessary.

What are the available primer brands?

Popular primer brands include:

• Relius: A favourite among professionals for its high quality.
• Sigma: Known for Sigmafix Universal, ideal for newly plastered walls.
• VP: Our in-house brand offering an affordable option with excellent coverage.

Primer wall paint offers

Our top-selling primer products are carefully chosen for their quality and ease of use. Among our bestsellers are:

• VP Covering Primer
• Alabastine Quick-Drying Primer
• Sigma Sigmafix Universal Primer
• Relius Silat Primer

Not sure which primer you need for your project or what painting supplies might be required? Our paint experts are happy to assist. Contact our customer service at 058-2152530, chat with us, email us at [email protected], or visit our customer service page.

Verfmenger Author

Marco is the go-to expert for primer and fixer products. With years of experience in the paint industry, he has extensive knowledge of everything related to paint, from colours to products. Marco knows his stuff. With over 20 years of experience, he has also earned multiple certifications at the Sikkens Academy.