Zinsser Peel Stop - White is a high-performance clear paint sealer designed for surfaces suffering from peeling, flaking, dusting, or chalking paint. It creates a flexible, breathable membrane that tightly bonds to existing problematic paint, establishing a sound and stable base for new paint applications. This product is ideal for both interior and exterior use, extending the life of compromised surfaces by preventing future peeling issues.
Bridging Sealer: Forms a clear, flexible film that bridges over questionable or faulty paint surfaces.
Breathable Membrane: Allows moisture to escape, which is crucial for preventing future peeling, while maintaining adhesion.
Strong Adhesion: Tightly bonds to old paint and problematic areas, creating a durable foundation for new coatings.
Interior & Exterior Use: Versatile formula suitable for use on surfaces both indoors and out.
Quick Recoat Time: Can be recoated in just 2 hours, speeding up painting projects.
Easy Cleanup: Simplifies post-project tasks with soap and water cleanup.
Prevents Future Peeling: Designed to stop existing peeling and reduce the likelihood of new peeling problems.
Effectively binds down cracking, chalking, and peeling paint.
Forms a flexible, breathable film that accommodates movement and moisture.
Suitable for a wide range of surfaces, old and new, interior and exterior.
Fast drying and recoat time allows for efficient project completion.
Simple cleanup with just soap and water.
Significantly extends the life and improves the finish of painted surfaces.
As a clear sealer, it requires a topcoat for desired color and finish.
Proper surface preparation (cleaning, scraping loose material) is still essential for optimal performance.
Not a standalone finish coat; it's a primer/sealer.
Effectively binds down cracking, chalking, and peeling paint.
Forms a flexible, breathable film that accommodates movement and moisture.
Suitable for a wide range of surfaces, old and new, interior and exterior.
Fast drying and recoat time allows for efficient project completion.
Simple cleanup with just soap and water.
Significantly extends the life and improves the finish of painted surfaces.
As a clear sealer, it requires a topcoat for desired color and finish.
Proper surface preparation (cleaning, scraping loose material) is still essential for optimal performance.
Not a standalone finish coat; it's a primer/sealer.
Zinsser Peel Stop - White excels in preparing challenging surfaces for a fresh coat of paint. Its primary role is to stabilize and encapsulate existing problematic paint, creating a unified and adherent layer. Imagine an old window frame where paint is flaking, or a wall with powdery, chalky paint; applying Peel Stop first glues down these loose particles and forms a continuous, clear, flexible film. This film acts as an anchor for your new paint, preventing it from inheriting the adhesion issues of the old paint. The 'breathable' quality is crucial for exterior applications or areas prone to moisture, as it allows trapped moisture to escape without compromising the paint film, a common cause of peeling. It's often used as an essential first step in repaint projects where the existing surface integrity is questionable, ensuring a long-lasting and smooth finish for the subsequent topcoats.
Preparation: Ensure surfaces are clean, dry, and free from dirt, grease, and loose material. Scrape off any severely loose or bubbling paint. For best results, sand glossy surfaces to provide a key.
Application: Stir thoroughly before use. Apply a generous, even coat using a good quality brush, roller, or airless sprayer. Ensure good penetration, especially into cracks and edges of existing paint.
Drying: Allow to dry for at least 2 hours before recoating or applying a topcoat.
Surfaces: Compatible with a wide range of new and old surfaces including wood, plaster, brick, masonry, and previously painted surfaces.
Paint Types: Forms a stable base for most types of topcoat paints.
Environment: Suitable for both interior and exterior applications.
Cleanup: Clean tools and spills immediately with soap and water.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and freezing temperatures. Ensure lid is tightly sealed.
Maintenance: Once dry and painted over, follow the care instructions for your topcoat paint.