Yeah - I've seen a number of reviews mentioning using other tips.
Not ever having used a sprayer before, I was a bit overwhelmed at the care required of the mechanics. Every page in the manual was sternly warning that the warranty is void should the unit not be cleaned after every use. And then the priming and the flushing. I understand the need, just wasn't aware. I figure the time for priming and flushing is going to add at least an hour on to the time allocated for painting.
Mask everything! Especially your face! no joke, it is a very fine mist cloud you will be working and breathing in.
Try to get one of the charcoal canister respirators, and avoid the paper nuisance dust types. Very important. :nerd:
Mask everything! Anything within 30' that you don't want painted, Mask it!. Wind is NOT your paint spraying friend.
Oh ya, by the way, if you don't want to get over-spray on anything, Mask it!...
Once you learn the steps, you will cut the prime and clean up time in half, they make it sound harder than it is.
And don't forget to mask and cover anything you don't want painted... Thought I would mention that just in case you haven't heard it before..
There wasn't one this week :frown: - but it was on sale for $100 off.
Yes, there is, and you will be hard pressed to find any regular item over $100 at HF that is not "on sale". I'd bet that they never sell that for $299.
A sprayer doesn't do the whole job. You still need to brush the paint in afterwards to make sure it fills in all the minute cracks and crevices. At least that's how the guy who painted my house did it.
I'll be constructing a paint booth for the kitchen doors out of PVC piping and sheet plastic. That should cut down on the wind-swept spray. As for the kitchen cabinets themselves, lots of paper, plastic and tape will be used.
A sprayer doesn't do the whole job. You still need to brush the paint in afterwards to make sure it fills in all the minute cracks and crevices. At least that's how the guy who painted my house did it.
-Phil
I've only painted two houses with airless sprayers but neither required brushing afterward.
I have many things from Harbor Freight. Stop every time I go to the city.
3 rules I use:
1. if you're trying to make a living with it, buy only the best
2. if you try to use it at maximum capacity, it probably won't last long or do what you want
3. buyer beware and do some research beforehand
Yes, there is, and you will be hard pressed to find any regular item over $100 at HF that is not "on sale". I'd bet that they never sell that for $299.
That doesn't stop my wife from dropping half a dozen coupons on the counter and giving the poor cashier "the look", The cashier usually buckles and scans at least two of the coupons.
It is my wife's hobby to collect as much free stuff from Harbor Freight as possible. Hey, who am I to argue?
daveJames, are you spraying Lacquer? or Latex?
Either way, be sure to practice going into and out of a corner, whether it's the transition from cabinet to ceiling, or cabinet to wall,
those are the hardest spots to avoid sagging and running paints, Try to start away from the corner, and spray into it, If you start in the corner,
The spray nozzle is standing still, and that will guarantee an overly heavy coat...
We just used it. It says "cannot be used with sale items" but we use it all the time with things that are "on sale". What they mean is you cannot use the 20% off coupon if you are already using a sale coupon.
We just used it. It says "cannot be used with sale items" but we use it all the time with things that are "on sale". What they mean is you cannot use the 20% off coupon if you are already using a sale coupon.
What I was mainly pointing out was things excluded like compressors, generators, etc
Glad to help, Just remember to keep the tip moving any time you pull the trigger, and you will master it in no time. :thumb:
For Latex paint, there is a product I like to use, called 'Flotrol', it is a Latex paint conditioner and will help the flow, and smooths the paint from the sprayer.
And helps to keep the paint from drying before it hits the surface too. If you get a chance to try spraying with, and without Flotrol, you will notice a big difference.
Hey Dave, I am only 2 1/2 hours from San Jose, I am not especially busy right now, If you would like some help/lessons with the thing, It's what I do.
My wife and I could come up for a day trip, and we could show you how to use the Paint Sprayer,
I think I already know what your doing wrong, Because I have seen this movie before...
That's a legit offer bro, no charge, I like to help, and it would be fun for my wife too. Send me a PM, I have all next week free for sure, and I can Shuffle things around anyway.
One thing anyone that has need for should look at is the red tool cabinets. They are really really good for the money. I have a couple now out my garage in the machine shop. Can't say enough good about them. You get great rolling drawers and padding, heavy gauge metal, and solid construction for what it would cost to buy complete junk at Lowes or Home Depot. I managed to get a couple back when they were not excluded from the 20% coupons. Even without though they are an excellent value.
Tommy: bring Dave and his paint sprayer down to LA. You can practice on my house. That's a legit offer, zero charge to either of you. I just like to help!
Hrmmm, lemme think about it, lets see, A short tour of Silicon Valley and a return trip thru Carmel... Or..
A tour of Bellflower with a return trip thru Compton...hmmm.
That's a tough one...:)
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There wasn't one this week :frown: - but it was on sale for $100 off.
Yeah - I've seen a number of reviews mentioning using other tips.
Not ever having used a sprayer before, I was a bit overwhelmed at the care required of the mechanics. Every page in the manual was sternly warning that the warranty is void should the unit not be cleaned after every use. And then the priming and the flushing. I understand the need, just wasn't aware. I figure the time for priming and flushing is going to add at least an hour on to the time allocated for painting.
I learned some things today...
Mask everything! Especially your face! no joke, it is a very fine mist cloud you will be working and breathing in.
Try to get one of the charcoal canister respirators, and avoid the paper nuisance dust types. Very important. :nerd:
Mask everything! Anything within 30' that you don't want painted, Mask it!. Wind is NOT your paint spraying friend.
Oh ya, by the way, if you don't want to get over-spray on anything, Mask it!...
Once you learn the steps, you will cut the prime and clean up time in half, they make it sound harder than it is.
And don't forget to mask and cover anything you don't want painted... Thought I would mention that just in case you haven't heard it before..
-Tommy
Yes, there is, and you will be hard pressed to find any regular item over $100 at HF that is not "on sale". I'd bet that they never sell that for $299.
20% off coupon
-Phil
...were you saying something about masking?
I'll be constructing a paint booth for the kitchen doors out of PVC piping and sheet plastic. That should cut down on the wind-swept spray. As for the kitchen cabinets themselves, lots of paper, plastic and tape will be used.
All surfaces have been prepped with sanding sealer, sanded smooth, and "tacked-clothed" to remove any dusty bits.
Hoping the sprayed coat goes on nice and level.
...oh well.
I've only painted two houses with airless sprayers but neither required brushing afterward.
3 rules I use:
1. if you're trying to make a living with it, buy only the best
2. if you try to use it at maximum capacity, it probably won't last long or do what you want
3. buyer beware and do some research beforehand
Aaron
Be careful to read the Fine Print
It is my wife's hobby to collect as much free stuff from Harbor Freight as possible. Hey, who am I to argue?
Either way, be sure to practice going into and out of a corner, whether it's the transition from cabinet to ceiling, or cabinet to wall,
those are the hardest spots to avoid sagging and running paints, Try to start away from the corner, and spray into it, If you start in the corner,
The spray nozzle is standing still, and that will guarantee an overly heavy coat...
We just used it. It says "cannot be used with sale items" but we use it all the time with things that are "on sale". What they mean is you cannot use the 20% off coupon if you are already using a sale coupon.
What I was mainly pointing out was things excluded like compressors, generators, etc
Latex, semi-gloss.
I'll be "practicing" on the cabinet shelves first, then move on to the doors we just purchased, then on to the cabinets in the kitchen.
Thanks for the tips, TT.
For Latex paint, there is a product I like to use, called 'Flotrol', it is a Latex paint conditioner and will help the flow, and smooths the paint from the sprayer.
And helps to keep the paint from drying before it hits the surface too. If you get a chance to try spraying with, and without Flotrol, you will notice a big difference.
-Tommy
Roger that. I'd seen a number of reviews of the sprayer where this product was mentioned.
I'll find a store and git sum.
After attempting to use said sprayer, I've opted to just roll the paint. :blank:
My hat's off to those that know how to use these things.
Hey Dave, I am only 2 1/2 hours from San Jose, I am not especially busy right now, If you would like some help/lessons with the thing, It's what I do.
My wife and I could come up for a day trip, and we could show you how to use the Paint Sprayer,
I think I already know what your doing wrong, Because I have seen this movie before...
That's a legit offer bro, no charge, I like to help, and it would be fun for my wife too. Send me a PM, I have all next week free for sure, and I can Shuffle things around anyway.
-Tommy
PM sent.
A tour of Bellflower with a return trip thru Compton...hmmm.
That's a tough one...:)