FolkArt 7232 Clear Primer 8 oz., Clear

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.

So far , so good. I sm in the process of priming a wooden rocking chair. Goes on clear and it looks like it is smooth when dry. My next step is to apply the color I intend to use.

I feel like this was basically Elmer's glue, I'll come back if durability isn't great. It's not waterproof, but the varnish I used is so I'm hoping it's good. Very thick. Not too glossy, but I assume you're going over it anyway. Covered well. Sticky. The size is way more than I need. Good quality.

Worked perfect for sealing 3d prints for acrylic coloring.My first time coloring so my technique will improve.

Great value for a great product.. comes with more than enough for any acrylic paint job you plan. I recommend this for anyone with a hobby that involves painting.

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.