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Zinsser Grade 1 Paint - White

Zinsser Grade 1 Paint - White

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Also available in Tinted colours
Total Regular price £48.97

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  • Oil-Based

  • Tough & Durable

  • Stain Blocking

  • Wipeable

Overview

Zinsser Grade 1 is a high-performance paint ideal for interior walls and ceilings in traditional and historic buildings, including churches, period properties and castles. This solvent-based paint has a vapour-permeable film which allows the surface to breathe whilst giving you a mould resistant surface. A primer, sealer, and finish in one, Grade 1 requires no washing down and no additional primer. The finish gives you resistance to cracking, flaking, and peeling and contains a biocide to protect the dried coating against fungal degradation

  • Ideal for plaster, concrete, mortar, chalky materials, distemper, limewash, and whitewash
  • Durable and washable
  • Self-priming
  • Allows substrates to breath
  • Seals difficult stains from water, fire, smoke & nicotine
  • Adheres to glossy surfaces

Note: Not intended for exterior surfaces or for application on floors or decks

Area Interior
Recommended Use Plaster, concrete, mortar, chalky materials, distemper, limewash and whitewash: on walls, ceilings, doors, trims, windows and cabinetry.
Base Solvent Based
Coverage Up to 10m² per litre
Drying Time 30 Minutes Touch Dry
Re-Coat Time 2 Hours
Recommended Coats 2 Coats
Application Method Brush, Roller, Airless Spray
Preparation

Always ensure the surface to be treated is clean, dry, sound, and free from any dust or possible contaminants that may interfere with adhesion.

Note: Special precautions should be taken during surface preparation of pre-1960 paint surface as they may contain harmful lead.

Application

Before applying we always recommend to test a small area of the surface to be treated to ensure you are happy with the finished results.

  • Shake or stir well before application
  • Apply using a high quality brush, roller or sprayer
  • Ensure temperature is between 4° - 32°C
  • Avoid working in direct sunlight, do not apply if wet weather is forecast
  • Apply the first coat and allow to dry for 2 hours
  • Apply a second coat, paint will fully cure in 7 days

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

Reviews
FAQs

Q. Do I need to prime the surface when using Zinsser Grade 1?

A. No, this product formulated to be a primer, sealer and finish in one and requires no additional priming.

Q. As Grade 1 is a solvent based paint, will this yellow? If so how often do I need to maintain this?

A. Unlike many solvent-based paints the Zinsser Grade 1 paint is formulated with non-yellowing properties to help retain the colour.

Q. Is Zinsser Grade 1 available in a satin or gloss finish?

A. This is only available in a flat matt finish.

Q. Can this paint stain block?

A. Yes, this product is made with unparalleled stain blocking properties and can hide stains such as soot, smoke, water, graffiti and nicotine.

Delivery & Returns

 

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.

Information

Zinsser Grade 1 is a high-performance paint ideal for interior walls and ceilings in traditional and historic buildings, including churches, period properties and castles. This solvent-based paint has a vapour-permeable film which allows the surface to breathe whilst giving you a mould resistant surface. A primer, sealer, and finish in one, Grade 1 requires no washing down and no additional primer. The finish gives you resistance to cracking, flaking, and peeling and contains a biocide to protect the dried coating against fungal degradation

  • Ideal for plaster, concrete, mortar, chalky materials, distemper, limewash, and whitewash
  • Durable and washable
  • Self-priming
  • Allows substrates to breath
  • Seals difficult stains from water, fire, smoke & nicotine
  • Adheres to glossy surfaces

Note: Not intended for exterior surfaces or for application on floors or decks

Specifications

Area Interior
Recommended Use Plaster, concrete, mortar, chalky materials, distemper, limewash and whitewash: on walls, ceilings, doors, trims, windows and cabinetry.
Base Solvent Based
Coverage Up to 10m² per litre
Drying Time 30 Minutes Touch Dry
Re-Coat Time 2 Hours
Recommended Coats 2 Coats
Application Method Brush, Roller, Airless Spray

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