Top 8 Best Automotive Paints & Primers

of July 2024
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Custom Shop - Gray Epoxy Primer/Sealer 2.1 VOC (Gallon Kit) Anti-Corrosive DTM High-Performance Primer for Automotive and Industrial use Kit = 2 Qt. Epoxy Primer + 2 Qt. Epoxy Hardener (1-1 Mix)
Custom Shop
Custom Shop

10
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Custom Shop Premium High Build Acrylic Lacquer Primer Surfacer, 1 Gallon - Fast Filling, Drying, Easy Sanding, Excellent Adhesion - Apply Over Metal Steel, Body Filler Putties, Automotive Industrial
Custom Shop
Custom Shop

9.9
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Custom Coat 1K High Build Direct to Metal Primer - 12 Ounce Spray Can - Grey - for Automotive and Industrial Use - Easy Sanding
Custom Shop
Custom Shop

9.8
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Custom Shop Premium Black Self Etching Primer, 1 Gallon - Ready to Spray Paint, Excellent Adhesion to Bare Metal, Steel, Aluminum, Fiberglass - Use on Automotive Car Parts, OEM Industrial Coating
Custom Shop
Custom Shop

9.7
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Rust-Oleum 253499 Automotive Premixed Auto Body Paint, Quart, Gray Primer 32 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
Rust-Oleum
Rust-Oleum

9.6
Exceptional
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Rust-Oleum 254863 Automotive Filler Primer Brush On, Quart, Gray 32 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
Rust-Oleum
Rust-Oleum

9.5
Excellent
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U-POL 2.1 Urethane High Build DTM Primer-Auto-Car Paint
U-Pol
U-Pol

9.4
Excellent
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Rust-Oleum 260510 Automotive 2-in-1 Filler & Sandable Primer, 12 Ounce (Pack of 1), Gray
Rust-Oleum
Rust-Oleum

9.3
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Speedokote SMR-210/211 - Automotive High Build 2K Urethane Primer Gray Gallon Kit, Fast Dry, Easy Sanding, Activator is included. For California, Delaware, or Maryland, order SMR-221/222.
Speedokote
Speedokote

9.2
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POR-15 Top Coat Spray Paint, Direct to Metal Paint, Long-term Sheen and Color Retention, 15 Fluid Ounces, Silver
POR-15
POR-15

9.1
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Custom Shop - Gray Epoxy Primer/Sealer 2.1 VOC (Gallon Kit) Anti-Corrosive DTM High-Performance Primer for Automotive and Industrial use Kit = 2 Qt. Epoxy Primer + 2 Qt. Epoxy Hardener (1-1 Mix)

Custom Shop KEP Series Anti-Corrosive Epoxy Primer Sealer is a 1 to 1 Mix Ratio high performance primer specifically designed to be used  DTM Direct to Metal.  KEP Series Primer contains an advanced resin technology system that offers superior adhesion to Bare Metal, Steel, Bare Aluminum, Fiberglass, Gelcoat. Body Fillers and most properly prepared Rigid Plastics and sanded OEM Finishes.. KEP Epoxy Primer is Lead and Chromate Free and its formulation contains a rich blend of Anti-Corrosive additives to achieve maximum defense against rust and corrosion. It also offers excellent salt spray resistance and is a fast dry product.. Custom Shop KEP Series Epoxy Primer is great as a DTM primer but also can be used as an excellent sealer for all single stage Urethane and Basecoat Clearcoat.  If used as a sealer add 12 part of XR70 or UR70 reducer, topcoat or basecoat can be applied in 30 minutes. Using KEP allows for excellent topcoat gloss holdout.. Available in Gray, Black and White in 1 quart kits, 2 quart kits, gallon kits and 2 gallon kits. Great for Automotive and Industrial applications. KEP is compatible with and can be top coated with most Automotive Paint brands like Custom Shop, Restoration Shop, PPG, House of Kolor, Valspar, etc.. Lays down super smooth with an Easy 1 part to 1 part Mixing Ratio allows for more precise mixing, no induction time needed before application.  Pot life is 4 hours once mixed. Custom Shop KEP Series Anti-Corrosive Epoxy Primer is a  2.1 VOC lbsgallon product that can be used coast to coast..

Custom Shop Premium High Build Acrylic Lacquer Primer Surfacer, 1 Gallon - Fast Filling, Drying, Easy Sanding, Excellent Adhesion - Apply Over Metal Steel, Body Filler Putties, Automotive Industrial

1 Gallon 3.8 Liters Can of Custom Shop Premium High Build 2.1 VOC Acrylic Lacquer Primer Surfacer. Gray primer color. Mix Ratio is 1 to 1 with RSP XR Reducers for 2.1 VOC California Compliance or RSP LT70 Lacquer Thinner for National Rule Compliance.. High Build 2.1 VOC Acrylic Lacquer Primer Surfacer is a premium, lead-free primer surfacer that provides outstanding build for fast filling without shrinkage when used as directed. It can be easily sanded, wet or dry, to a fine feather-edge and offers excellent adhesion and color holdout.. It provides excellent adhesion over properly prepared substrates metal, steel, aluminum, fiberglass, previously painted surfaces, epoxy, and self-etch primers, body filler, glazing putties, and more. Its an ideal primer for automotive vehicles, fleet, industrial products, and OEM manufacturers.. Restoration Shop and Custom Shop have been providing innovative Premium Quality products you can trust in the Automotive Paint Industry since 1974. Our products are proudly Made in the U.S.A., and we formulate, manufacture, and distribute our products throughout the USA, unlike many competitors.. Our superior coating products only use the highest quality ingredients, which allows our customers to consistently achieve high-quality professional results on their Painting Projects.

Custom Coat 1K High Build Direct to Metal Primer - 12 Ounce Spray Can - Grey - for Automotive and Industrial Use - Easy Sanding

Custom Coat 1K High Build Primer - Grey - 12 ounce Spray Can - provides a High Build Primer Surfacer that is a flexible acrylic surfacer for priming steel, aluminum, fiberglass, SMC, and urethane painted surfaces in an Easy to use aerosol spray can.. Provides superior adhesion, Excellent filling properties, Works on flexible or rigid substrates. Easy to sand, Topcoat with most Automotive Paint refinish topcoats. Flat fan high atomization nozzle offers a large fan pattern and excellent coverage. Versatile Automotive High Build primer that can be applied over many sustrates.

Custom Shop Premium Black Self Etching Primer, 1 Gallon - Ready to Spray Paint, Excellent Adhesion to Bare Metal, Steel, Aluminum, Fiberglass - Use on Automotive Car Parts, OEM Industrial Coating

1 Gallon 3.8 Liters Can of Custom Shop Premium Self-Etching Acid Etch Primer. Black primer color. It etches and primes bare, rust-free metal in just one step.. Premium Self-Etching Acid Etch Primer is a ready-to-spray, self-etching primer with tremendous adhesion and flexibility properties. It provides excellent adhesion to the following properly prepared substrates steel, aluminum, fiberglass, previously painted surfaces, wood, and some plastics.. It's a super primer with anti-corrosive properties, which makes it ideal for use over bare metals such as aluminum and steel. It's a perfect primer for fleet and OEM manufacturers.. This coating is fast drying and is sandable after 60 minutes. It also improves color holdout, gloss retention and has excellent inter-coat adhesion.. Ideal for use on properly prepared truck beds before the application of truck bed liner coatings. This primer works excellent under all major brands of truck bed liner coatings like Custom Coat, UPOL Raptor, and Gator Guard..

Rust-Oleum 253499 Automotive Premixed Auto Body Paint, Quart, Gray Primer 32 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)

Provides a durable, professional finish to automotive surfaces. Acrylic lacquer formula goes on easily and comes ready to use. Dries to the touch in 20 minutes and covers between 40-50 sq. ft. per quart. Provides a touch, road-resistant coating that withstands everyday wear. Usable in auto body spray systems.

Rust-Oleum 254863 Automotive Filler Primer Brush On, Quart, Gray 32 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)

Ideal for use on metal, wood and fiberglass surfaces. Stops Rust oil based formula protects surfaces from rustcorrosion and improves topcoat adhesion. Dries to the touch in 10-15 minutes and covers between 40-50 sq. ft. per quart. Fills in minor scratches and surface nicks to leave a smooth, paintable surface. Do not use of surfaces that will come into direct contact with heat or temperatures exceeding 350F.

U-POL 2.1 Urethane High Build DTM Primer-Auto-Car Paint

2.1 VOC High Solids High Build Urethane Primer Kit. with Standard 60 to 95F Temperature Hardener. European Style Multi-Function 3 in 1 Direct-To-Metal Primer. HS High Build Urethane Primer with a 4 to 1 Mixing Ratio.

Rust-Oleum 260510 Automotive 2-in-1 Filler & Sandable Primer, 12 Ounce (Pack of 1), Gray

Filler and sandable primer is suitable for use on wood, metal and fiberglass surfaces. Oil based 2 in 1 paint with Stops Rust formula saves time and provides rust resistant base coat for cars, trucks, and other vehicles. Covers up to 10 sq ft and dries to the touch and can be recoated in 10 minutes. Filler and sandable spray paint fills minor surface imperfections and sands smooth. Provides superior top coat adhesion and flat finish yields a smooth surface when sanded. The hi-build formula fills in minor imperfections. Sands smooth for the ultimate finish. 2 in 1 Primer features an advanced spray system that allows you to spray at any angle. A comfort spray tip with wider finger pad. Stops Rust formula.

Speedokote SMR-210/211 - Automotive High Build 2K Urethane Primer Gray Gallon Kit, Fast Dry, Easy Sanding, Activator is included. For California, Delaware, or Maryland, order SMR-221/222.

High Build Urethane Primer. Great adhesion. Fast Dry. Easy Sanding. Excellent value cost.

POR-15 Top Coat Spray Paint, Direct to Metal Paint, Long-term Sheen and Color Retention, 15 Fluid Ounces, Silver

WHY CHOOSE POR-15 TOP COAT SPRAY PAINT POR-15 is an industry standard for high performance protection against corrosion and rust. Our direct-to- metal coating is essential in all applications where there is a need to help preserve substrates susceptible to corrosion. POR-15 Top Coat provides excellent adhesion and best when used over POR-15 Rust Preventive Coating, works to provide a permanent barrier.. LONG LASTING PROTECTION - POR-15 Top coat has exceptional long-term sheen and color retention, with a hammer tough finish that wont crack or peel. It can be applied directly to metal substrates or previously painted surfaces without need for primer or undercoat. Formulated to form a robust barrier that sheds moisture.. APPLICATION - All surfaces must be clean and free of all dirt, loose rust, oil, grease, wax, soap, loose paint any other matter. Use 25-30 lbs 170Kpa-210pa pressure for normal gloss. It dries to touch in 30-60 minutes. POR-15 Top Coat can take 3-4 days to reach maximum hardness, and longer in temperatures below 55F 15C.. WHEN DO I NEED THIS - POR-15 Top Coat is essential for that extra layer of durability and provides optimum protection against UV light that wont fade over long term exposure.. OUR SATISFACTION COMMITMENT At POR-15 we strive to bring the ultimate in rust prevention. Known for the unbeatable 3-step stop rust system, POR-15 is trusted by DIY Professionals. We are committed to innovation, quality control, and excellent customer service..