Reviewer Statistics for Ken
Community Rank
Top 25 Contributor
Reviews
6
Featured Reviews
0
Average Rating
4.3
Recommended
100%
Helpful Votes
22
Active Since
March 16, 2017
Last Review
March 18, 2017
March 18, 2017
Extreme Bond Primer
For surfaces that require a greater degree of adhesion than our standard primers can offer, Extreme Bond Interior/Exterior Primer is up to the challenge. Designed for coating hard, glossy surfaces like tile, glass panels and plastic piping with minimal surface preparation. Can be tinted and is compatible with a full range of finish coat products.
( 5
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Rating
Excellent
March 18, 2017
March 18, 2017
by Ken
" Used this to prime laminate cabinet doors in my bathroom. Brushed it on, and it leveled out perfectly and sanded to a powder. For fun I tested it on an old piece of trim with glossy varnish without sanding. Excellent adhesion! It's like the old Adhesion Primer, perhaps better, and it definitely beats the other stuff from Zinsser. I'll be using this on my front door eventually.
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March 18, 2017
Emerald Interior Acrylic Latex Paint
Sherwin-Williams Emerald® paint and primer in one with advanced stain blocking technology delivers best-in-class overall performance. To ensure a beautiful, smooth finish and stunning color for years to come, use our finest paint ever. Emerald prevents stains from penetrating, offers maximum resistance to water streaking and spotting, features truly remarkable hide and covers dark colors. With exceptional coverage and washability, it’s perfect for any paint job. Emerald is available in four sheens, including a technologically advanced flat finish that offers the same washability, durability and burnish resistance as the matte or glossier sheens. *This product contains agents which inhibit the growth of mold and mildew on the surface of this paint film.( 5
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Rating
My favorite paint
March 18, 2017
March 18, 2017
by Ken
" This is a great paint! I've used it in the matte and semi gloss sheens. It's super easy to apply, cut-in and rolling blend together nicely. This paint just glides off the brush and flows out nice and smooth. It has some odor, sort of a weird sweet and plastic-y smell, but it's really not that bad in my opinion, and the smell disappears in a day. Plus, it seems to stick to just about anything.
Generally I will always do two coats when painting, even if it looks like I could get away with just one. Invest the time and effort to do it right the first time, and you'll get much better results, and you won't have to go back and redo it sooner.
I used the semigloss in my bathrooms and kitchen, and I really like the look of it. I used the matte finish everywhere else, it has a nice subtle glow to it that I like.
The durability is just fine--no complaints here. No water spots in the bathrooms or kitchen, grubby hand prints wipe right off with a cloth on the matte finish. Tip: use microfiber cloths for cleaning, they're the best.
Only complaint is the price, so get it on sale.
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March 17, 2017
ProClassic Waterborne Interior Acrylic Enamel
Achieve a smooth and luxurious finish on interior doors and trim with ProClassic® Interior. It delivers a high-performing, non-yellowing finish that withstands even the toughest wear and tear. This formula goes on smooth without brush or roller marks.
( 3
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5
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Rating
Re formulation not as durable
March 17, 2017
March 17, 2017
by Ken
" I painted some doors and trim with this product in semigloss a few years ago with good results, though I found it a bit thick and difficult to work with. The end result cured to a very tough finish, almost like an alkyd.
Last year, I painted my kitchen cabinets. The sales rep mentioned that ProClassic had been reformulated, I presume for VOC regulations. I primed with white pigmented shellac to block out extremely stubborn stains (nothing else worked), then brushed on two coats (spraying was not an option).
The first coat went on great! Very forgiving, and it dried nearly mirror smooth. Only by putting my nose right up against the surface could I see brush marks. However, the second coat was a different story. I waited 24 hours, lightly scuff sanded, and applied the second coat. It did not level out nearly as good, and brush marks were very noticeable. I don't understand why this would be the case. While I'm not a professional, I'm very experienced with painting, and got excellent results with the first coat. I wanted to do two coats for better durability.
I've now found that the new formulation is not as durable as the old ProClassic used to be. It's definitely softer, and less washable than what is on my trim. So the application and durability loses two stars, unfortunately.
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March 16, 2017
ProMar 200 Zero VOC Interior Latex
Professional painters have it all with ProMar® 200 Zero VOC Interior Latex Paint. A complete professional line that not only has zero VOCs, but is also available in six sheens and every color. All while delivering maximum productivity with exceptional durability and touch up. And now, the flat sheen has improved hide and durability, and meets MPI certification.
( 4
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Rating
Nice
March 16, 2017
March 16, 2017
by Ken
" Used this product in the standard eggshell finish in our school's break room. Primed first with multi-purpose primer due to the previous coating's high gloss, then used two coats of this product.
Very easy to apply, almost no odor. The end result looks very nice, the teachers were impressed! It's holding up pretty good, too. Our vending machine delivery guy bumped the wall with the wheel of his dolly, the mark wiped right off. Impressive for the low price point.
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March 16, 2017
Pro Industrial Pre-Catalyzed Waterbased Epoxy
The washability, chemical resistance and hard, impact-resistant finish of Pro Industrial™ Pre-Catalyzed Waterbased Epoxy makes it the ideal coating for high traffic areas like hospitals, schools and restaurants. Its excellent hide and great coverage minimizes the number of coats needed. Specially formulated for block, drywall, masonry and concrete, its the perfect coating for almost any commercial project that demands durability, performance and the ability to withstand repeated cleanings. Pro Industrial™ Pre-Catalyzed Epoxy's single component, waterbased formula will save you valuable time. There is no need to mix or measure. There is no limited pot life. Application and cleanup is fast and easy. Available in eg-shel and semi-gloss, this product allows you to deliver the look your customers want on time and on budget.( 4
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Rating
Over all it's good with some reservations
March 16, 2017
March 16, 2017
by Ken
" I work as a school custodian and we do a lot of painting in-house. We use this product in semi-gloss in the restrooms, corridors, and the lower half of the gym. Very tenacious adhesion on the old paints that were used, and much more durable than ordinary latex coatings. However, I've found that the darker colors are less durable than the white base. In addition, the darker colors don't level out as good and leave more noticeable brush and roller marks. Another thing to keep in mind: the sheen is more on the glossy side, and in certain situations creates a good deal of glare.
It stands up to the abuse that the kids subject it to fairly well. Hand prints and grime come right off with a microfiber cloth and light cleaner, tougher marks that require a little elbow grease usually won't ruin the sheen. Even some types of ink wipe right off, though other types don't, obviously. Though, again, the darker colors are less durable and more prone to permanent scuffing.
If the durability of the deeper bases could be fixed, it would be five stars all the way.
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March 16, 2017
Multi-Purpose Interior/Exterior Latex Primer/Sealer
A general-utility primer ideal for both interior and exterior applications. Its wide versatility and strong adhesion properties make it a universal favorite. Meets the most stringent VOC regulations.( 5
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Rating
An Excellent Primer
March 16, 2017
March 16, 2017
by Ken
" I'm a bit confused by the negative reviews here. I've used this primer on multiple projects with excellent results. It's got great adhesion on old, glossy paints, it applies easily and has good flow and leveling, and it's low odor. Good stain blocking, too.
Over all, one of the best all-purpose primers out there. Highly recommended.
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