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expiredRokket | Staff posted May 22, 2026 12:07 PM

2-Gallon HGTV HOME by Sherwin-Williams All-Purpose Power Water-Based Primer

2 for $33

$66

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Lowe's has 2-Gallon HGTV HOME by Sherwin-Williams All-Purpose Power Interior/Exterior Water-Based Primer on sale 2 for $32.98. Select free store pickup where available.

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  • Specs:
    • Coverage: Interior and exterior
    • Base: Water-based
    • Size: 2-gallon
    • Application: Walls, ceilings, and trim
    • Recoat time: 1 hour
  • Features:
    • High-hiding formula
    • Multi-surface application; adheres to slick, glossy surfaces
    • Blocks common household stains
    • Mold- and mildew-resistant finish
    • Hides previous color

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  • About this Offer:
    • Offer is valid through May 25, 2026 or while supplies lasts.
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Lowe's has 2-Gallon HGTV HOME by Sherwin-Williams All-Purpose Power Interior/Exterior Water-Based Primer on sale 2 for $32.98. Select free store pickup where available.

Thanks Deal Hunter Rokket for sharing this deal

Note, availability for pickup may vary by location and be limited.
  • Specs:
    • Coverage: Interior and exterior
    • Base: Water-based
    • Size: 2-gallon
    • Application: Walls, ceilings, and trim
    • Recoat time: 1 hour
  • Features:
    • High-hiding formula
    • Multi-surface application; adheres to slick, glossy surfaces
    • Blocks common household stains
    • Mold- and mildew-resistant finish
    • Hides previous color

Editor's Notes

Written by slickdewmaster | Staff
  • About this Offer:
    • Offer is valid through May 25, 2026 or while supplies lasts.
  • Reviews:
    • Receives 4.4 Stars out of 5 Stars based on over 900 Customer Reviews.

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May 23, 2026 4:28 PM
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kniveMay 23, 2026 4:28 PM
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Usually cheaper paints require more coats. With primers though, they quite often allow what they are covering to be seen through. They dont always require multiple coats. I would try a test of this with a single coat and then the paint topcoat. It should be sufficient.
May 23, 2026 4:54 PM
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MX400ex72May 23, 2026 4:54 PM
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Quote from watwat :
So this goes under paint, but is there a sale on paint?
Sherwin-Williams store has 30% off, although their paint is expensive, but probably one of the best.Otherwise, Lowe's does have some paint sales going on, cheap the website/ad.
May 23, 2026 5:04 PM
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lazzlazzMay 23, 2026 5:04 PM
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The OP product isn't a good quality primer. It would probably be ok indoors if you really wanted to be cheap (I still wouldn't use it; time is valuable, too) but I wouldn't use it outdoors.
A better primer would be Zinsser 123 or PPG Seal Grip.

You definitely should use primer on a surface that hasn't been painted before.
But it's also good to use it on surfaces that have been painted, but not for a while. It helps the paint bond to the surface. Also, without the primer, the surface will soak up more paint, and good quality paint is generally more expensive than primer (even the primers I've mentioned).

Even with a primer, you still need to prep the surface correctly, including scrubbing it well with something like TSP-PF. Prep is 80% of the work; painting is 20%. Without high quality prep, your paint job is not going to be high quality.

Wait for the Sherwin Williams 40% off paint sales - their Super Paint still isn't cheap, but it's a good quality paint. (You can pay more for other SW interior & exterior lines, but I don't think they're better, unless you're doing something like painting outside in weather below 50 degrees, when Duration is the better choice.) They have them every couple of months in the summer. I'm not a fan of Behr; if you can get it for $10-15/gallon (their price for mistints), I wouldn't buy Behr for interior (and I'd never use it for exterior). Benjamin Moore is a good quality paint, but they don't have the sales SW does.

Most paints, especially lighter ones, are going to require two coats if you want the best paint job. It depends on what your "standard" is - if you like to go around the room, holding a bright light, to check the quality of the finish, looking for fine pinholes where the paint didn't cover, or seeing slight differences in coverage, then do two coats. A lot of people don't care ... they're happy with their paint job, while I'll walk around the room and see all the problems which would make me put on another coat.
Last edited by lazzlazz May 23, 2026 at 10:16 AM.
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May 23, 2026 5:26 PM
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GreyTent1404May 23, 2026 5:26 PM
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always wait for hte sherwin williams sales but dont go to Lowes. instead go to a company paint store
May 23, 2026 5:28 PM
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siddmonMay 23, 2026 5:28 PM
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Quote from lazzlazz :
The OP product isn't a good quality primer. It would probably be ok indoors if you really wanted to be cheap (I still wouldn't use it; time is valuable, too) but I wouldn't use it outdoors.
A better primer would be Zinsser 123 or PPG Seal Grip.

You definitely should use primer on a surface that hasn't been painted before.
But it's also good to use it on surfaces that have been painted, but not for a while. It helps the paint bond to the surface. Also, without the primer, the surface will soak up more paint, and good quality paint is generally more expensive than primer (even the primers I've mentioned).

Even with a primer, you still need to prep the surface correctly, including scrubbing it well with something like TSP-PF. Prep is 80% of the work; painting is 20%. Without high quality prep, your paint job is not going to be high quality.

Wait for the Sherwin Williams 40% off paint sales - their Super Paint still isn't cheap, but it's a good quality paint. (You can pay more for other SW interior & exterior lines, but I don't think they're better, unless you're doing something like painting outside in weather below 50 degrees, when Duration is the better choice.) They have them every couple of months in the summer. I'm not a fan of Behr; if you can get it for $10-15/gallon (their price for mistints), I wouldn't buy Behr for interior (and I'd never use it for exterior). Benjamin Moore is a good quality paint, but they don't have the sales SW does.

Most paints, especially lighter ones, are going to require two coats if you want the best paint job. It depends on what your "standard" is - if you like to go around the room, holding a bright light, to check the quality of the finish, looking for fine pinholes where the paint didn't cover, or seeing slight differences in coverage, then do two coats. A lot of people don't care ... they're happy with their paint job, while I'll walk around the room and see all the problems which would make me put on another coat.
Could you please share more details on how to do a good prep before painting?
May 23, 2026 6:08 PM
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mgoodlinMay 23, 2026 6:08 PM
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Quote from paolodoctolero :
Same question. How does this compare to Kilz? I did checked the reviews on the Lowes website, some says its watery and it requires multiple coats to hide stuff.
Kilz is better
May 23, 2026 7:05 PM
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TalentedCreator9416May 23, 2026 7:05 PM
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Quote from lazzlazz :
The OP product isn't a good quality primer. It would probably be ok indoors if you really wanted to be cheap (I still wouldn't use it; time is valuable, too) but I wouldn't use it outdoors.
A better primer would be Zinsser 123 or PPG Seal Grip.

You definitely should use primer on a surface that hasn't been painted before.
But it's also good to use it on surfaces that have been painted, but not for a while. It helps the paint bond to the surface. Also, without the primer, the surface will soak up more paint, and good quality paint is generally more expensive than primer (even the primers I've mentioned).

Even with a primer, you still need to prep the surface correctly, including scrubbing it well with something like TSP-PF. Prep is 80% of the work; painting is 20%. Without high quality prep, your paint job is not going to be high quality.

Wait for the Sherwin Williams 40% off paint sales - their Super Paint still isn't cheap, but it's a good quality paint. (You can pay more for other SW interior & exterior lines, but I don't think they're better, unless you're doing something like painting outside in weather below 50 degrees, when Duration is the better choice.) They have them every couple of months in the summer. I'm not a fan of Behr; if you can get it for $10-15/gallon (their price for mistints), I wouldn't buy Behr for interior (and I'd never use it for exterior). Benjamin Moore is a good quality paint, but they don't have the sales SW does.

Most paints, especially lighter ones, are going to require two coats if you want the best paint job. It depends on what your "standard" is - if you like to go around the room, holding a bright light, to check the quality of the finish, looking for fine pinholes where the paint didn't cover, or seeing slight differences in coverage, then do two coats. A lot of people don't care ... they're happy with their paint job, while I'll walk around the room and see all the problems which would make me put on another coat.
Should TSP-PF be used if the surface has been painted before? I usually avoid any chemicals beyond soap and water. Some scrubbing and/or sanding is required, of course.

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May 23, 2026 8:21 PM
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arealjigheadMay 23, 2026 8:21 PM
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Quote from criskross :
There are a few reviews on the product page claiming that it is not better than Kilz. I recently primed my freshly drywalled bedroom with Kilz and it took 3 layers to cover. No fun!
Just for future reference, Kilz makes a primer specifically for fresh drywall & only takes 1 coat. Keep in mind you're not going for a solid white coat, just covering the wall for your paint to adhere to. It's called Kilz Drywall & Kilz PVA. It's usually a little cheaper, too.
May 23, 2026 9:08 PM
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chong67May 23, 2026 9:08 PM
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Why is that all exterior paint is now paint plus primer?

I just want to pay for the paint only.
May 24, 2026 1:08 AM
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Marlin1975May 24, 2026 1:08 AM
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Quote from sthrph :
I've always used Kilz. Any painters out there who have experience using both as to one better than the other?


Ive used this. Its similar to kilz2 but not as good as zinsser bulls eye 1-2-3.


And remember mid-level primer like this will be thinner than higher grade primer or good paint. Its just meant to add a thin layer for new paint to stick to and cover some brighter colors up.
May 24, 2026 1:18 AM
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I-CandyMay 24, 2026 1:18 AM
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Quote from Firozpmf :
Can thi be applied on deck and fence?
It says it's interior/exterior, so if you plan on painting your deck, then yes. It might be better to look for a stain and sealer for that, though
May 24, 2026 9:17 AM
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scotts9612May 24, 2026 9:17 AM
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Quote from DealsofDeals :
What will be the shelf life for this? Planning to paint 4 bedroom and 1 hallways this year or next year
Shelf life depends on how long it's actually been sitting at Lowe's or the warehouse but generally speaking you want to use it within 6 months after that it starts to break down even if you stir at the reshake it it's still losing effectiveness
May 24, 2026 12:31 PM
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EzC4765May 24, 2026 12:31 PM
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Quote from TalentedCreator9416 :
Should TSP-PF be used if the surface has been painted before? I usually avoid any chemicals beyond soap and water. Some scrubbing and/or sanding is required, of course.
I agree I normally only use soap and water except for repaints of bathrooms and kitchens. Too much greasy hairspray and other things on the walls. Then I use a degreaser. TSP contains sodium hydroxide which is a stripper. I mix my own when stripping decks, throw in a little butyl to push if needed.
May 24, 2026 12:39 PM
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EzC4765May 24, 2026 12:39 PM
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Quote from Firozpmf :
Can thi be applied on deck and fence?
use a water or oil based penetrating stain, not a film forming paint and you won't need to prep it at all. Just follow the instructions which is to normally let the wood dry completely (test with a moisture meter) then apply with a sprayer, roller, or brush and most say to soak it. Wipe up excess. Done. Some prep may be required depending on the age of the deck and if it had prior coatings applied. Restoration work on wood is about $4 a sqft and up depending on where you live..

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May 24, 2026 2:47 PM
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RyanJ7344May 24, 2026 2:47 PM
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Quote from MX400ex72 :
Sherwin-Williams store has 30% off, although their paint is expensive, but probably one of the best.Otherwise, Lowe's does have some paint sales going on, cheap the website/ad.
This is supposedly Sherwin Williams paint though I wonder if any experts can chime in - maybe it's just manufactured under license for Lowes and not as good as Sherwin williams from the store.

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