- Provides an excellent bond for sealing over many layers or paint.
- Better for older wood such as cedar which can hide imperfections.
- Excellent for priming walls after wallpaper is removed. Glue stains will likely be apparent and oil primer will help to cover these stains.
- Excellent for sealing nail heads and covering knots in bare wood.
- Oil primer takes a bit longer to dry but will be worth it once the finish coat is applied.