An Introduction to Priming
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Provides an overview of the key reasons to apply a primer to every surface before painting a topcoat. Surface preparation, typical primer applications, stain-blocking and functionally specific primers are discussed.
Upon completion of this course, the Learner should be able to:
- Examine the relationship between a primer and a topcoat and establish why a primer coat is necessary to ensure a long-lasting, durable paint project.
- Discuss the importance of surface preparation and describe the methods used to clean and prepare different surfaces before the application of a primer.
- Recognize the role of stain-blocking primers and identify functionally specific primers with unique performance requirements
- Discuss the green building benefits of using today's primers and how the use of specific primers can contribute to earning points toward LEED® certification of a building project.
Approximately 1 hour. Delivered online, at your own pace.
Presented by Liz Krauthammer on behalf of Rust-Oleum. View the Privacy Policy .
Presenter Information
Name: Liz Krauthammer
Title: Brand Manager, Rust-Oleum Corporation
Background: Liz Krauthammer is Brand Manager for Zinsser primers at Rust-Oleum’s Somerset, NJ location. Liz has more than 20 years professional experience, including 10 years working with Zinsser domestic brand management as well as in international sales. Liz works closely with Zinsser labs in product development, with Rust-Oleum’s cross channel sales force and with end-users of Zinsser brands to ensure product development and brand messaging are relevant to today’s professional and consumer market needs and expectations. Drawing from her experience teaching at Rutgers University, conducting sales training and customer workshops, working with chemists through product development and complaint investigations, and extensive end-user research, Liz is uniquely qualified to present this primer course.
