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Zinsser Grade 1 Interior Restoration Coating | 3,000+ Colours
Zinsser Grade 1 Interior Restoration Coating | 3,000+ Colours
Zinsser Grade 1

Zinsser Grade 1

ZN7210002C1
ZIN668
  • High-performance, self-priming finish in 3,000+ colours.
  • Suitable for for traditional and historic buildings, application on interior walls, ceilings, paneling, and related paintable surfaces.
  • Blocks difficult stains from water, fire, smoke, and nicotine.
  • Adheres to glossy surfaces without pre-sanding or deglossing.
  • Contains a biocide to protect against fungal degradation and allows the substrate to breathe.
  • Professional use: Solvent-based formula with minimal odour.

Please note: Colours are sold in the nearest tin size but actual paint volume per tin may vary up to 10% depending on colour.

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Description

Zinsser Grade 1 - Premium Interior Restoration Coating

Designed to provide outstanding performance in historic and traditional buildings. This high-performance, self-priming finish is ideal for walls and ceilings, delivering the quality of a solvent-based paint without the high odour levels. It effectively seals and blocks tough stains from water, fire, smoke, and nicotine, ensuring a clean, bright white finish that does not yellow over time.



Key Features

  • Zinsser Grade 1 is a high-performance, self-priming finish for the interior decoration of walls and ceilings in historic and traditional buildings.
  • 3,000 shades from RAL, NCS, and British Standard colours.
  • Applicable on new or previously painted interior walls, ceilings, paneling, and other related paintable surfaces.
  • Seals difficult stains from water, fire, smoke, and nicotine without unpleasant odours.
  • Adheres to glossy surfaces without pre-sanding or deglossing, offering a non-yellowing, dead-flat finish.
  • High pH resistance (up to 12.5) for concrete, lime-based plaster, plaster, stucco, and fast set joint/texture compounds.
  • Contains a biocide to protect the dried coating against fungal degradation and allows the substrate to breathe.



Recommended Uses

Ideal for use on new or previously painted interior surfaces, Zinsser Grade 1 can be applied to:

  • Drywall
  • Cured plaster
  • Cement and poured concrete
  • Concrete block and stucco
  • Wood (cedar, redwood, pine, fir, birch, oak, and plywood)
  • Aluminium, iron, steel, and galvanised metal
  • PVC, glossy laminates, and powder coatings

This product is resistant to high pH surfaces, making it suitable for concrete, lime-based plaster, and other alkaline substrates.



Application and Performance

Zinsser Grade 1 is easy to apply with a brush, roller, or airless sprayer, producing an even, elliptical pattern when sprayed. Its high solids formula provides superior stain-blocking performance, adhering strongly to glossy and hard-to-paint surfaces without the need for tedious sanding or deglossing. The dead-flat finish not only looks great but is also washable, ensuring long-lasting aesthetics.

For long-term odour sealing, even on warm and humid days, use Zinsser B-I-N primer-sealer.



Limitations

While Zinsser Grade 1 is versatile and highly effective, it is not recommended for exterior surfaces or applications on floors, decks, roof surfaces, or any areas subject to immersion or prolonged contact with water. These limitations ensure optimal performance and longevity of the coating.

Do not thin.



Safety Information

According to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS), Zinsser Grade 1 is classified as a flammable liquid and may cause skin sensitisation. It should be stored in a well-ventilated place away from heat, sparks, open flames, and hot surfaces. The product contains hydrocarbons, C10-C12, iso-alkanes, and 4,5-dichloro-2-octyl-2H-isothiazol-3-one, which may cause skin irritation and allergic reactions. Proper protective equipment, such as gloves and eye protection, should be worn during application.

Zinsser Grade 1 carries the UN number UN1263 and is classified under transport hazard class 3. It is a flammable liquid and vapour that may cause an allergic skin reaction. Safety precautions include storing in a cool, well-ventilated place and avoiding inhalation or skin contact. The product does not contain Diisocyanates.

Product Details
668-895545

Data sheet

For Use By
Consumer Use
Interior / Exterior Use
Interior Use
For Use On
Walls
Ceilings
Stucco
Plaster
Concrete
Mortar
Whitewash
Limewash
Application Method
Brush
Roller
Spray
Sheen
Matt
Pack Size
2.5L
5L
10L
Application
Brush, Roller, Spray
Coverage
10m² per litre
Touch Dry
30 Mins
UN Number
UN1263
Colour(s)
Fully Tintable
Base Type
Solvent-Based
Suitable For Use On
Plaster Walls
Suitable For Use On
Castles
Suitable For Use On
Cement
Suitable For Use On
Graffiti
Suitable For Use On
Period Properties
Suitable For Use On
Limewash
Suitable For Use On
Galvanised Metal
Suitable For Use On
Traditional Buildings
Suitable For Use On
Whitewash
Suitable For Use On
Fire Damaged Ceilings
Suitable For Use On
Concrete Ceilings
Suitable For Use On
Distemper
Suitable For Use On
Fire Damaged Walls
Suitable For Use On
Stucco Walls
Suitable For Use On
Iron
Suitable For Use On
Plywood
Suitable For Use On
Fire Damage
Suitable For Use On
Stucco Ceilings
Suitable For Use On
Cedar
Suitable For Use On
Concrete Block
Suitable For Use On
Limewash Walls
Suitable For Use On
Redwood
Suitable For Use On
Poured Concrete
Suitable For Use On
Concrete
Suitable For Use On
Lime-Based Plaster
Suitable For Use On
Oak
Suitable For Use On
Water Stains
Suitable For Use On
Stucco
Suitable For Use On
Nicotine Stained Walls
Suitable For Use On
Fir
Suitable For Use On
Cured Plaster
Suitable For Use On
Wood
Suitable For Use On
Nicotine Stained Ceilings
Suitable For Use On
Birch
Suitable For Use On
Nicotine Stains
Suitable For Use On
Aluminium
Suitable For Use On
Glossy Laminates
Suitable For Use On
Pine
Suitable For Use On
Crayon Stains
Suitable For Use On
Plaster
Suitable For Use On
Powder Coatings
Suitable For Use On
Concrete Walls
Suitable For Use On
Water-Stained Ceilings
Suitable For Use On
Steel
Suitable For Use On
Glossy Enamel Paints
Suitable For Use On
Drywall
Suitable For Use On
Water-Stained Walls
Suitable For Use On
Walls
Suitable For Use On
Pencil
Suitable For Use On
Ceilings
Suitable For Use On
Historic Buildings
Suitable For Use On
Ceramic Tile
Suitable For Use On
Formica
Suitable For Use On
Churches
Suitable For Use On
PVC
Finish
Matt
Application Method
Roller
Application Method
Spray
Application Method
Brush
Manufacturer
Zinsser
Components
1K
Usages
Stain Blocking
Product Usage Type
Primer & Topcoat
Fastest Delivery
Next Working Day
Colour Family
Orange
Colour Family
Purple
Colour Family
Yellow
Colour Family
Off-White
Colour Family
Black
Colour Family
White
Colour Family
Chartwell Green
Colour Family
Cream
Colour Family
Beige
Colour Family
Grey
Colour Family
Green
Colour Family
Blue
Colour Family
Red
Colour Family
Brown
Colour Family
Pink
Product Focus
Stain Blocking Paints
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questions Bernice Addis on 2024-08-03 18:35:58
Question: 

Can you use this to restore faded powder coated metal railings?

Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:

Assuming the metal railings are clean, dry, sound and prepared as detailed in the technical data sheet it could be used.

If the railings are internal this product can be applied directly, 2 coats are recommended.

For external prepared powder coated railings, we'd recommend a first coat of Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 prior to 2 coats of Zinsser AllCoat Exterior Water-Based, in your choice of Satin, Matt or Gloss finish mixed to 4400+ RAL, BS or NCS Colours of choice.

questions Chris on 2024-06-07 23:47:02
Question: 

Hi I have an exterior wall in lime plaster and the rest in plasterboard or modern plaster. Can this be used on lime plaster? Does it breathe? And can it be used on the rest of the walls? And it doesn't need to be primed?

Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:

No, this product isn't suitable for external applciation, only for internal lime plaster.

Assuming the external wall is clean, dry, sound and prepared as detailed in the techncial datasheet, Zinsser AllWeather Exterior Masonry Paint could be applied to the external lime plaster, plaster and render, to provide shower resistance in as little as 20mins, whilst allowing the substrate to remain breathable. 

This is available mixed to many RAL, BS & NCS Colours, with two coats required to achieve the intended finish.

questions Pat Durbin on 2023-12-03 23:03:31
Question: 

Is it vinyl?

Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:

No this product isn't vinyl based.

Assuming your question is in relation to the coating itself, it is a solvent-based breathable all in one primer, sealer and finish coat paint.

This can be applied to many suitably prepared subtatrates including walls, ceilings, stucco, plaster, concrete and mortar, however it isn't recommended for use on a vinyl substrate.

If you e-mail [email protected] with your requirements we maybe able to recommend an alternative product.

questions Karen on 2022-07-04 10:11:17
Question: 

I have an interior wall in a 1890's property which has recently been treated for rising damp. The problem area was treated, then covered in tanking slurry and then replastered. Can I use this product over the top of the new plaster? Is it non-vinyl? Many thanks for your help.

Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:

This paint can be applied to clean, dry, sound bare plaster.

The Grade 1 product is excellent for application to surfaces with PH ratings up to 12.5 such as lime plaster.

questions AnSa on 2021-10-18 16:03:18
Question: 

does the coverage include two coats? or one is required?

Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:

2 coats are recommended and the coverage per coat is 10m² per litre.

questions Rachel Goodall on 2019-07-08 22:48:28
Question: 

Can I use this as a primer over distemper remnants on plaster coving and then over paint using Farrow & Ball estate emulsion for the top coat?

Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:

Zinsser AllCoat (Solvent-Based) and Zinsser Grade 1 will cope well with the distemper, however if you intend to over paint the Zinsser AllCoat (Solvent Based) would be the preferred choice instead of Grade 1 as this would be chosen if it was to be left as a finish and not overcoated.

questions Joe O'Donnell on 2019-06-20 21:55:06
Question: 

Do you do colour chats/ samples of your colours

Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:

Samples aren't available in this product but if you contact our sales team with your address we can post a colour chart to you to show the RAL colours available.

questions Dee on 2018-04-16 13:24:57
Question: 

I would like to use this paint in a green colour on your colour chart eg 12c33 or RAL6019. Would u tint this paint if I bought a Matt white?

Answer from Rawlins’ Technical Team:

We tint Zinsser Grade 1 to most RAL, BS and NCS colours. When viewing the product click 'Select a different colour' on the right hand side under the price and you can choose and purchase the colour you want here.

IMPORTANT SHIPPING & DELIVERY INFORMATION

Zinsser Grade 1 is only available with the shipping and delivery timescales listed below - please do not contact our Customer Support Team with enquiries about alternative or earlier shipping and delivery times.

Saturdays and Sundays, as well as Bank Holidays, are not classed as working days.

Orders placed after the cut-off for this product will not be processed for earliest dispatch until 9am the next working day.

All delivery costs below are excluding VAT


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