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Non-Toxic Trim, Furniture,
and Cabinet Primers

Zero-VOC primers for your next
DIY home project
"Transparency is the main ethos of ECOS Paints"
Looking for non-toxic trim, furniture, and cabinet paints? We’ve got you covered there, too.
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The Proof is in the Paint


NON-TOXIC

Conforms to ASTM-D4236, specifically concerning oral toxicity, skin irritation and respiratory effects.

ZERO VOC

Conforms to CDPH 01350 (VOC emissions test taken at 11, 12, & 14 days for classroom and office use).

WATER-BASED

It all starts with water - it's the main ingredient in every ECOS paint, primer, stain, varnish, and specialty product.

NO POLYU­RETHANE ODOR
Polyurethane can cause headaches, nausea and respiratory issues. Conforms to ASTM E544 & ASTM MNL13.

INGRED­IENT TRANSP­ARENCY
We share ingredient lists for our products to help you make an informed buying decision.

EXCEP­TIONAL COVERAGE
Our paints cover up to 560 sq. ft. per gallon - that's up to 1.5x more than conventional products.

Zero-VOC Trim, Furniture and Cabinet Primers

ECOS Paints carries a selection of award-winning, zero-VOC primers for trim and furniture that provide superior coverage without the harmful or irritating chemicals typically found in conventional primers.

Perfect for interior and exterior applications, our non-toxic primer paints are suitable for projects such as repainting your favorite piece of furniture, updating your kitchen cabinets, or refreshing the trim around your home. With several primer options available, you're sure to find the perfect zero-VOC primer for your next DIY home project.

At ECOS, we strive to produce only the highest-quality non-toxic primers for our customers looking to update their homes without compromising their family's health.

Why You Should Use Primer Before Your Next DIY Paint Project

Primer is a good idea before painting trim, furniture, and cabinets, to help ensure a flawless paint job that can withstand high-traffic or high-use areas of your home. While it's not mandatory for all paint jobs, it should always be used for painting rough, bare, or heavily sanded surfaces.

Here are some other reasons to use a primer before painting:

  • Adhesion: Primer helps the top coat of paint bind to the surface you're painting, helping to create a durable first coat.
  • Sealing: Trim and furniture primers help seal the surface, reducing the risk of paint bleeding once applied.
  • Finish: Using a primer for home projects helps ensure a smooth, even color and finish with fewer imperfections.

What our customers are saying...

"Typically painting makes me feel kind of headachy from the fumes. With ECOS Paints - not a whiff! We painted our whole house and I felt fine. Really glad to have found ECOS."


Stef S.

FAQs About ECOS Paints

How long after priming furniture or trim can you paint?

  • It depends! You'll want to consider factors such as:

    • The type of surface you're painting
    • External conditions (like air temperature or moisture)

    While our primers typically dry to the touch within four hours, we recommend allowing twenty-four hours before sanding or painting. For best results be sure to consult the application instructions on the can or product page.

    Just remember - don't forget to paint over the primer! It's not as resilient as protective paint formulas, making it more susceptible to dirt, stains, and other marks.

How many coats of primer do I need for cabinets, trim, or furniture?

  • Our high-quality, non-toxic formula was designed to cover more surfaces while using less product. You can expect up to 400 square feet of coverage per gallon of ECOS primer.

    This high coverage means you typically only need one coat of our cabinet, trim, and furniture primer for your next home project.

How do I know which ECOS trim, furniture, and cabinet paints require a primer?

  • If your trim, furniture, or cabinets already have a high gloss finish, are bare, or have been heavily sanded, we recommend starting with a primer.

    Certain dark and bright colors (like vibrant orange, yellows, and greens) also benefit from a primer to get better coverage and to ensure your final color turns out the way you want

    Using a gray or tinted primer under these darker colors can help avoid the need for multiple coats of paint. We've made it easy to determine if you need a tinted primer by marking these colors with a roller icon in our color library.