FolkArt, Clear Primer, 8 oz, 8 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)

As someone who regularly dabbles in both woodwork and mixed media painting, finding the right primer has always been a bit of a balancing act. I want something that adheres well, doesn’t yellow, and doesn’t add unnecessary opacity to my work—especially when I’m layering over natural textures or working with translucent paint effects. After trying several options, I landed on FolkArt Clear Primer, and I haven’t looked back since.I remember the first time I used it. I was prepping a collection of flat river stones for a series of miniature mandala paintings I planned to gift for the holidays. Normally, rock surfaces can be tricky—they’re uneven, porous, and sometimes slick in spots. But this primer handled it beautifully. It brushed on smoothly, dried to a subtle matte finish in under 15 minutes, and created a surface that felt just tacky enough to hold my acrylics without sliding or beading.Since then, I’ve used it on everything from wooden keepsake boxes and ceramic planters to canvas panels and even rigid plastic ornaments. The versatility is no exaggeration—this stuff really does bond well to just about anything. It’s become a staple on my shelf not just for how reliably it preps surfaces, but because it’s so simple to work with. No overpowering odor, no chalky residue, and no stress.Here’s what stands out to me:• It plays well with almost any surface—wood, metal, ceramics, canvas, you name it. I’ve even had success using it as a sealant layer in a pinch.• Application is painless. The consistency is smooth, not too runny or thick, and it spreads evenly with a standard brush or foam applicator.• It dries fast. I’m often able to move to painting in 15–20 minutes, which helps when I’m batch-processing multiple pieces.• The adhesion is solid. My paints stick confidently afterward, and I don’t have to worry about peeling or flaking down the road.• It’s affordable. Considering the quality and results, the price is extremely reasonable—especially for how far one bottle goes.The only thing to note is its transparency. Because it’s clear, it won’t cover up any underlying color or pattern on the surface. That’s perfect when I want the natural texture or hue to show through (like with those river stones), but not ideal if I need a uniform, blank slate. Also, for best results, I still take a few moments to prep the surface—a light sanding or quick wipe-down can make all the difference.All in all, FolkArt Clear Primer has earned a permanent spot in my art supply stash. It’s dependable, user-friendly, and incredibly versatile. Whether you’re just starting out or have been crafting for years, it’s one of those quiet heroes that elevates your projects without getting in the way.

This stuff is fantastic. I am using it for priming plastic figures before painting with acrylics and it works great, no sanding required and the paint sticks perfectly and goes on smoothly. I wanted to leave parts of the pieces the original plastic color so traditional opaque primer was a no-go, I was so happy to find this stuff from a brand I trust. It doesn’t alter the texture of the piece and dries quickly. It has a semi-mat finish.

I got this because an artist told me it is the only thing she uses when she meets statues. About personally used it yet I bought it because she is going to paint my statue for me! I have seen the statue she has painted and they look amazing! Great paint quality. Adhere is perfect. Nice full coverage. Dries pretty quick. Used clear color.

Works great for me. Some people say their bottle arrived blank, but mine didn't. Makes model painting easy

I used this for a large wooden advent box. Worked great and I didn’t have to worry about running out. Also, much less $ than many others this size.

I use this to quote 3-D print prior to painting them with acrylic paint. It paints on very easily, dries clear, and leaves a nice surface to paint on. Even the areas I wind up not painting look nice and feel smooth. Super easy clean up with water. Sometimes takes multiple coats to fill in small cracks and voids in the print, but it paints on very easily. I’m very happy with the results.

This product covers well and does stop paint bleeds in plastic materials, however I do not recommend for use on white PLA. I put 2 coats on my white model and it completely changed the color, and also made it look dirty. For all other colors it works well, but I'm not sure about the claim about it being clear due to my experience with the white filament.

Works.just as it should.