When using our Cabinet Transformations®, the use of a primer is not typically needed as the kit includes a deglosser to properly prepare your finished cabinet surface.
A primer is required, however, when applying over bare wood or knotty pine, and is strongly recommended when applying under the White, Linen or Frost tint colours. For bare wood, we recommend priming with our Zinsser® Cover Stain® Oil-Base Primer first. The deglosser step can then be skipped and you can proceed to Step 2 after priming
For knotty pine, use Zinsser® B-I-N® Primer to spot prime knots first, then prime the entire surface with Zinsser® Cover Stain® Oil-Base Primer or Zinsser® Bulls Eye 1-2-3® Water-Base Primer.
For priming under the Pure White, Linen or Frost colours, Zinsser® Bulls Eye 1-2-3® Water-Base Primer may be used.
The Deglosser step can be skipped if the surface is primed, and you can proceed to applying the Bond Coat after the primer has dried.