Zinsser Cover Stain Paint

Zinsser Cover Stain is a solvent-based, all-purpose primer, sealer, and stain killer, ideal for use on interior and exterior surfaces. One of Zinsser's best exterior primers for wood as it's highly flexible and resists cracking and peeling. It’s also one of the only solvent-based primers that can be used with all decorative topcoats even water-based products. Cover stain is also effective at permanently covering stains of all kinds including nicotine and water stains to give you a blemish-free topcoat.

• Interior and exterior
• Quick-drying
• Can be applied to all surfaces without sanding
• Seals water, smoke, and nicotine stains

Always ensure the surface to be treated is clean, dry and free from any dust, algae, fungi or moss. Also ensure the product is free from excessive chalky material, grime, grease, oil, wax, mould or any contamination that may interfere with adhesion.

• Always wash the surface with a household cleaner, appropriate cleaning solution, or solvent
• Always ensure to remove loose or flaking material
• Sand any remaining paint to a smooth surface
• Sand exterior wood with a 80-100 grit sandpaper
• When sealing a stain always attempt to remove as much of the stain as possible prior to application by washing, sanding, scraping etc
• To remove mould, treat area with Zinsser Mould Killer & Remover
Spot prime knots and sap streaks with Zinsser B-I-N Primer-Sealer before priming the whole surface

Before applying stir the product thoroughly and test a small area.

• Zinsser Cover Stain does not require thinning
• Stir well before application
• Only apply when temperature range is between 5°– 32°C, allow to come to room temperature before use
• Use in a well ventilated area avoiding high humidity
• Apply one coat with a brush, roller or sprayer
• For best results prime the entire surface
• If excessive absorption occurs over very porous substrates a second coat may be necessary

Aerosol Application

• Shake can vigorously until ball inside can rattles
• Turn can upside down and continue shaking for one minute, shake occasionally during use
• Spray 10”-12” from object with short dusting strokes
• Over-coatable after 30 minutes
• To clean spray for future use, turn can upside down and spray until clear gas is emitted

Note: Always follow the manufacturer instructions found on the tin.

Q. Can Cover Stain be applied on lime plaster?

A. No this product is not recommend to be applied to lime plaster, we would advise using the Zinsser Bulls Eye 123.

Q. Can I paint over Cover Stain?

Yes this is the ideal primer to seal stains and create the perfect base for your chosen topcoat. The re-coat time of only 2 hours means you can easily paint over it in the same day with a water-based or solvent-based paint.

Delivery - All orders placed on a working day before 3pm will be dispatched on the same day for next working day delivery. Orders placed before 3pm on Friday will be delivered on Monday (excluding bank holidays). Orders placed on weekends and Bank Holidays will be dispatched on the next working day. 

Delivery of Tinted Products - Tinted paints are dispatched in line with our express order process, shown below. However, due to their bespoke nature, please allow up to an additional 5 working days to accommodate any potential courier delays or delivery issues before receiving a refund or replacement.

We strongly suggest customers avoid booking tradespeople until they receive their order. Next Day Paint will not be held liable for any costs incurred due to order processing errors, delivery delays, or other issues that may result in financial loss.

Delivery Options

Express Shipping - £3.99

Order by: 3pm, Monday - Sunday

Expected delivery: Next working day, 8am - 9pm

Orders placed on weekends or bank holidays will be dispatched on the next working day for delivery on the following day

AM Delivery - £12.99

Order by: 2pm, Monday - Sunday

Expected delivery: Next working day by 2pm

Orders placed on weekends or bank holidays will be dispatched on the next working day for delivery on the following AM

Late Cut-Off - £5.99

Order by: 4pm, Monday - Friday 

Expected delivery: Next working day, 8am - 9pm

Orders placed on weekends or bank holidays will be dispatched on the next working day for delivery on the following day

Saturday Delivery - £9.95

Order by: 2pm, Friday 

Expected delivery: Saturday, 8am - 9pm

Standard Delivery (Out of Zone Postcodes Only) - £6.99

Order by: 3pm, Monday - Sunday 

Expected delivery:  3-5  working days, 8am - 9pm

Orders placed on weekends or bank holidays will be dispatched on the next working day for delivery on the following day

We do not deliver to the Channel Islands or the Republic of Ireland

Certain postcodes delivery times and charges may vary please head to the cart to see your available delivery options.

Returns

We offer a 14 day money back guarantee for all goods shipped correctly that are not required. If the item is not required, please send the item back for a full refund in its original condition, unused with its original packaging. Please note return for unwanted item is at your own expense.

Contact us as soon as possible to inform us you will be returning the product either by a contact form or by calling our team on 0161 960 0217.

All tinted paint purchases are final and non-refundable. If you're unsure about your selection, please refer to the product listing or contact us for guidance before ordering. Once mixed, tinted paints cannot be returned or refunded, regardless of delivery delays or changes in circumstances.

While we aim to meet delivery timelines, we are not responsible for delays caused by couriers, weather, or other external factors.

We recommend ordering samples or colour charts before purchasing. While we strive to represent colours accurately, screen settings and surface types can affect appearance. Opened tins cannot be returned due to dissatisfaction with colour.

For non-tinted products, we offer a 14-day money-back guarantee. Items must be returned unused, in original condition and packaging, at your own expense.

Damaged Paint

Please visit our damages page, where we can help resolve the issue for you. 

Incorrect Item

If we have sent you a different item from what you ordered, we will be happy to organise an exchange for the correct goods at no extra charge to yourself, please get in touch to organise this.

Faulty Items

Faulty items can be refunded or exchanged within 30 days. All returns are tested, and if no fault is found, no refund will be issued you'll have the option to have the item returned. For faults discovered after 30 days, please contact the manufacturer for further support.