Skip to content
CertainTeed FlintPrime SA Water-Based Asphalt Primer, 1 gal or 5 gal
Regular price $37.00Orders start at $399 — combine any items to reach the minimum. Learn more
CertainTeed FlintPrime SA Water-Based Asphalt Primer, 1 gal or 5 gal
CertainTeed FlintPrime SA is a quick-dry, easy-to-apply water-based primer that prepares surfaces and promotes adhesion when installing self-adhering roofing membranes such as Flintlastic SA. It is VOC compliant, applies at 0.20-0.25 gallon per 100 sq. ft., and its blue color reveals any bare spots. Available in 1-gallon and 5-gallon pails.
Key Features:
- Quick drying: Quick-dry, water-based formula dries fast so membrane work can proceed.
- Promotes adhesion: Prepares surfaces and promotes adhesion for self-adhering membranes like Flintlastic SA.
- Blue-tinted for coverage: Blue color eliminates the possibility of unnoticed bare spots.
- No mixing needed: Use as is, needs no intermixing before application.
- VOC compliant: Formulated to be VOC compliant.
- Two pail sizes: Offered in 1-gallon and 5-gallon containers.
Specifications Table:
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | CertainTeed |
| Sell unit | 1 pail (1 gal or 5 gal) |
| Product line | FlintPrime SA |
| Available colors | Blue |
| Available sizes | 1 gal, 5 gal |
| Coverage per unit | 0.20-0.25 gallon per 100 sq. ft. |
| Material | Water-based primer |
| Finish / texture | Blue tint |
| Intended use | Surface preparation and adhesion promoter for self-adhering roofing membranes such as Flintlastic SA |
Coverage & How Much You Need:
At the stated rate of 0.20-0.25 gallon per 100 sq. ft., a 1-gallon pail primes roughly 400-500 sq. ft. and a 5-gallon pail roughly 2,000-2,500 sq. ft., depending on surface porosity.
Fit and Compatibility:
Designed for use with self-adhering roofing membranes such as CertainTeed Flintlastic SA; apply to properly prepared and dry surfaces before membrane installation. Membranes and priming tools are sold separately.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q: What sizes are available?
A: FlintPrime SA comes in 1-gallon and 5-gallon pails.
Q: How much area does it cover?
A: Coverage is 0.20-0.25 gallon per 100 sq. ft., so a 5-gallon pail handles roughly 2,000-2,500 sq. ft.
Q: Do I need to mix it?
A: No, use it as is; it needs no intermixing.
Q: What is it used with?
A: It prepares surfaces and promotes adhesion when installing self-adhering membranes such as Flintlastic SA.
Q: Why is it blue?
A: The blue color eliminates the possibility of bare spots going unnoticed before membrane installation.
Q: Is it solvent-based?
A: No, it is a water-based, quick-dry primer and is VOC compliant.
Expert Verdict — Reviewed by the SuperArbor Pro Desk
Priming is the step installers skip at their peril: self-adhered membrane bonds fail first over dusty or chalky substrates, and FlintPrime SA's blue tint makes thin or skipped spots obvious before the membrane goes down. Apply at the stated 0.20-0.25 gal/100 sq. ft. rate and let it dry per membrane requirements before flashing. Keep 5-gallon pails for full-field work and 1-gallon cans for detail and repair trips.
Follow label safety directions, work with adequate ventilation, and confirm surfaces are dry and sound before priming and membrane installation.
Get CertainTeed FlintPrime SA primer in 1- or 5-gallon pails for your next SA membrane job.
All third party trademarks, including logos and icons, referenced on our website and product pages remain the property of their respective owners. Unless specifically identified as such, Arbor's use of third party trademarks does not indicate any relationship, affiliation, sponsorship, or endorsement between Arbor Home and the owners of these trademarks. Any references by Arbor Home to third party trademarks are to identify the corresponding third party goods.
