Haymes Ultraseal vs. Ultralock: Which One Should You Use?

March 6, 2025

Choosing the Right Primer: Haymes Paint Ultraseal or Ultralock?

Starting a painting project? Prepping your surface properly makes all the difference. A good primer is the foundation for a flawless finish, and picking the right one can save you time and effort. If you're stuck choosing between Haymes Paint Ultraseal and Haymes Paint Ultralock, you're not alone. Let's break down their features and see which one suits your project best.

What Does a Primer Actually Do?

Think of a primer as the middleman between your surface and the paint. It helps with adhesion so your topcoat sticks properly, covers stains, evens out textures, and ensures a long-lasting paint job. Skipping the primer might mean more work down the track—nobody wants peeling, flaking, or patchy coverage.

Haymes Paint Ultraseal: A Go-To for Plaster and Interior Walls

If you're working with new plasterboard or need a solid undercoat for interior painting, Haymes Paint Ultraseal is an excellent choice. As a high-quality water-based acrylic sealer undercoat, it’s designed for both interior and exterior use. It’s especially good for broad wall applications, making it perfect for sealing fresh plasterboard.

No fumes or odours: Great news if you’re painting an enclosed space.
Fantastic sanding properties: Need a smooth finish? This primer makes sanding a breeze.
Superb coverage: Cuts down on extra coats and ensures uniform paint application.

Best for: Interior projects, new plasterboard, and those who prefer low-odour, water-based paints.

Haymes Paint Ultralock: The Heavy-Duty Problem Solver

If you're tackling a tougher painting project with tricky surfaces or stubborn stains, Haymes Paint Ultralock is the one to go for. This rapid-drying turps-based primer and sealer all-in-one is built for stain blocking, especially when dealing with nicotine, tannin, or water stains.

Rapid four-hour recoat: Keeps your project moving along swiftly.
Superb adhesion: Ideal for tricky surfaces and ensures your paint sticks without issues.
Stain blocking power: Seals stains for a clean, uniform finish.

Best for: Exterior surfaces, tough stains, timber, and areas affected by water or nicotine damage.

Which One Should You Choose?

Think about your surface and painting conditions:

Painting fresh interior walls? Haymes Paint Ultraseal is your best bet, especially if it's new plasterboard.
Dealing with stains, slick surfaces, or painting outdoors? Haymes Paint Ultralock will give you a stronger bond and better coverage over tough areas.
Struggling with odours? Ultraseal is water-based and low in fumes, making it easier to work with in enclosed spaces.
Need something hardcore? Ultralock handles excessive stains and problematic adhesion, so it’s perfect for tougher jobs.

Both of these primers are excellent, but they serve different needs. Choosing the right one ensures your paint job lasts longer and looks better. Still feeling unsure? Pop into the shop or give us a call—we’d love to help!

Happy painting,
Candeece