Best power paint & hvlp sprayers according to redditors
We found 142 Reddit comments discussing the best power paint & hvlp sprayers. We ranked the 60 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 142 Reddit comments discussing the best power paint & hvlp sprayers. We ranked the 60 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We used to order it in the 55 gallon drums at my old shop.
Pump some in to a SureShot container, pressurize it with the air chuck and you're good to go!
https://www.amazon.com/Vaper-19419-Spray-Non-Aerosol-Sprayer/dp/B0035FH906/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1522672918&sr=8-1&keywords=sureshot
Pretty standard tools if you do a lot of painting. I bought one of these guys when I had to repaint a couple house interiors. There's more work in the setup (taping off, preventing overspray), but man...once you get going it's damn fast.
She's outside, not worried about overspray, and can go really quick.
I LOVE mine (imposter model apparently). a fabricator buddy turned me onto them. We both keep acetone in them for cleaning. So nice, so, so nice. And a decent price for them too, not out of reach for an amateur
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0035FH906/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I fought with several sprayers, and kept paying more and more with no luck. Then bought this cheap piece o' crap to spray some stain on a fence (figure it'd be single us) - and it's amazing. Love using it, cheap, simple to use and clean. Most important, sprays great. https://www.amazon.com/HomeRight-C800766-C900076-Painting-Projects/dp/B003VKFDEO/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?keywords=paint+sprayer&qid=1572931296&sr=8-2-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExVDRTQjUwOEVEQU0wJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMjUxNDUwMzI2M0tIQU4yME5ORSZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwOTU3MTQ1MVVKTTlQNjNDOURQNyZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=
$5.24
https://www.amazon.com/Can-Gun1-2012-Premium-Aerosol-Spray/dp/B002EQEE82
http://www.brainpickings.org/2013/07/31/ai-weiwei-cctv-camera-do-it/
thanks ai weiwei!
and for the lazy ones under us
http://www.amazon.com/Spray-Close-6001-Extender/dp/B0014HBQLA/
A picture of the cabinets, inside and out would help greatly. I painted the cabinets in my house about 2 years ago and they are holding up great. I painted inside and out using the following method.
I used Zinsser's Bullseye 1-2-3 Primer, and Benjamin Moore Advanced Paint. The BM Advanced is a waterborne alkyd paint and dries hard as nails. It is modern paint designed to lay flat, and dry hard. If you take any advice, it's to use BM Advanced. It turns the finished product into a factory like finish. The Paint AND Primer were applied with a basic Wagner HVLP Sprayer. While under $100 this tool transformed my project and made painting the cabs cake. You can dial in flow and air volume with the sprayer. I had never used one before and learned very quickly. To prep, I cleaned with TSP and did a light sanding in areas that will see more wear and tear to give the paint/primer a little more bite. Do removed your doors, hardware and hinges. I replaced my old exposed hinges for Euro soft close Hinges by Blum at the same time.
Otherwise, letting them dry between coats is prob the hardest part since the sprayer really speeds things up. The BM Advanced did not need any sanding or anything between coats, its unbelievable how flat it lays / dries. BM Advanced does have a long open time! I let my finish cure, untouched, for around 1.5-2 weeks, but now load up my cabinets with plates, pots pans, sheet trays with no nicks or peeling paint what so ever. I am blown away at the results. In total, I'd say I did 3 coats of primer, and 3-4 coats of BM Advanced, applied over the duration of a week after work. Also, clean up is ALL water based, just literally run water thru the paint gun, done.
Edit: Photos Yo!
Painting contractor here.
100% do this task yourself. Ive been on another thread talking about the Wagner sprayer with some very unhappy customers. I would advise against it. You will 100% want to spray your fence. Just labor alone you'll be so thankful you did. If you choose to brush and roll, assuming your fence is decent sized, it will be a long task and you'll be miserable 1/2 the way through.
My advice...2 options
https://www.amazon.com/Graco-Magnum-262800-Airless-Sprayer/dp/B0026SR0FW/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=graco+paint+sprayer&qid=1572965700&sr=8-6
Prior to any painting, look up Paint Life TV on Youtube. He is formerly known as "The Idaho Painter". This guy is the #1 painting channel on youtube and has 600+ videos. He has plenty of videos on spraying. Watch a few of his videos before you get started. How to prime the sprayer, how to clean after use. How to actually spray properly. Get a bit comfortable watching exactly what you're about to do before you get the sprayer in your yard that morning and things will run smooth for you.
Hope this helps.
I primed it first did two coats and sanded in between coats then did two coats of paint. I used a spray gun. HomeRight C800971.A Super Finish... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071X9FZ7R?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Get an asian style ass-blaster. It's a water gun you connect to the water outlet to the toilet, spray clean and wipe dry. It's fast and amazing.
Tip - you can write it as [item](URL) and it will come out like this - Cheap piece of crap. No more ugly URLs to look at.
Oooof... At $548 I'd better be painting the whole house...
https://www.amazon.com/Graco-Cordless-Airless-Handheld-17M363/dp/B071CW2SV2
I have found that getting a spray can trigger makes a huge difference for me. It changes the angle at which I hold the can to something more natural for me and the trigger makes pressing the spray button smoother and more consistent.
Instead of PB Blaster, try ATF mixed with acetone. I used that while doing mine and it made the work much easier than PB Blaster did.
I just pour the mix in [This] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0035FH906/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1) and shake before I spray. It really helps with really tight and stuck on bolts.
I painted 4 dozen mason jars. I used chalk board spray paint it worked great. 2 coats was best. Also one of these things helps a lot.
> Also if anyone has tips on how to make an alcohol based dye more consistent overall I'd love to hear them.
I've primarily used Fiebing's oil-based die, but with that I've found using a Preval sprayer has given fantastic even colour without splotches or visible gradients.
I've got the Earlex HV5500. It's a bit on the loud side compared to more expensive setups, but it works well. Completely unscientific measurement -- it's not as loud as my shop vac, but it's not quiet.
I picked this guy up last fall with these projects in mind and haven’t been disappointed.
https://www.amazon.com/Neiko-31215A-Gravity-Nozzle-Aluminum/dp/B000UVR458
As long as it’s not a brush it’s a big step up.
We've done a bunch of furniture with latex paint with this guy. I think I also add some Floetrol the paint to help it go on smoothly. And you need an air compressor.
https://smile.amazon.com/Critter-Spray-Products-22032-Siphon/dp/B00006FRPJ/ref=smi_www_rco2_go_smi_g2609328962?_encoding=UTF8&%2AVersion%2A=1&%2Aentries%2A=0&ie=UTF8
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Flood-Floetrol-Latex-Paint-Conditioner/21987608?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=1194&adid=22222222227016818525&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=c&wl3=51806713511&wl4=pla-83209389911&wl5=9003439&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=112550058&wl11=online&wl12=21987608&wl13=&veh=sem
One day I'll bite the bullet and upgrade! Right now I'm using this little guy: https://www.amazon.com/Critter-Spray-Products-22032-Siphon/dp/B00006FRPJ
Which works decent enough but adjusting the pressure takes some patience.
My personal friendly letter to your husband:
https://www.amazon.com/Premier-Paint-Roller-69730-Plastic/dp/B000KKKXCU/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1487637049&sr=8-2&keywords=drop+cloth
https://www.amazon.com/HomeRight-C800766-Finish-Fine-Sprayer/dp/B003VKFDEO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1487637070&sr=8-1&keywords=paint+sprayer
https://www.amazon.com/ScotchBlue-Painters-Multi-Use-1-41-Inch-60-Yard/dp/B00004Z4DI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1487637095&sr=8-1&keywords=painter%27s+tapehttps://www.amazon.com/3M-8511PB1-Particulate-Respirator-10-Pack/dp/B0002YKBV2/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1487637121&sr=8-5&keywords=painter%27s+mask
https://www.amazon.com/Presa-Premium-Paint-Brushes-Piece/dp/B011ARI5IU/ref=sr_1_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1487637193&sr=1-1&keywords=paintbrushes
https://www.amazon.com/285143-Rust-Oleum-Ultra-Interior-Chalked/dp/B010FEBFOA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1487637303&sr=8-1&keywords=interior+paint
Or, you know. YELLOW PAGES for actual painters where she IS.
Edit:formatting.
https://www.amazon.com/Neiko-31215A-Gravity-Nozzle-Aluminum/dp/B000UVR458/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1494814233&sr=8-1
did you ever try those spray painters such as this? IF so, are they any good?
http://www.amazon.com/Wagner-0518080-Control-Spray-Sprayer/dp/B003PGQI48/ref=sr_1_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1421887062&sr=1-1&keywords=airless+paint+sprayer&pebp=1421887075490&peasin=B003PGQI48
I was always under the impression that the DYC equipment was just a re-labeled Earlex system. At the most, they are the same gun with different compressors.
Amazon link to Earlex 3500
https://www.amazon.com/Earlex-HV3500-Spray-Station-Sprayer/dp/B003F095CQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1502741045&sr=8-1&keywords=earlex+3500
Amazon link to DYC System:
https://www.amazon.com/DYC-DipSprayer-System-Plasti-Spray/dp/B00KXFDCIE/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1502741045&sr=8-3&keywords=earlex+3500
http://www.bombingscience.com/graffiti-shop.htm
I had ordered a grab bag of tips from them awhile back on a kick to try my hand at painting with spray cans. When I went to dip I just found one that fit and sprayed fat.
Handle: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002EQEE82/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pd_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=2BEIJEESJKGKN&coliid=ILZ4R4YQQXXPM
Exactly what I was going to suggest. Get one of these http://www.amazon.com/Spray-Close-6001-Extender/dp/B0014HBQLA and the problem is solved for $20 in under 2 minutes.
For me that isn't inexpensive =(.
Also is this what you were talking about? https://www.amazon.com/Graco-Cordless-Airless-Handheld-17M363/dp/B071CW2SV2 Damn 500! is that little container of paint enough for a whole door side? And how does one do the edges without messing up the front/back sides?
I've got an air compressor already, aren't there ones you can use with that?
And assuming I just want to stick with brush right now and keep the door, is sanding the option then?
This is what I keep it in, in my garage. Hard to beat.
I have a Wagner that’s very similar to the one you’re looking at and actually really like it a lot. I’m just a weekend warrior, so it works very well for me. If you plan on using this thing daily, then you can’t go cheap. Get a better sprayer. But for quick, smooth, and easy painting at a good price, you can’t beat these sprayers.
As far as clean up, I use hot water immediately after I’m done and have never had issues. You’ll need to take it apart and use a toothbrush too. You may need to clean it with diluted paint thinner every now and then, so keep some handy. And learn how to thin paints. It makes a world of a difference once you start using the correct viscosity for the paint/stain/finish you’re using.
Lots of good reviews on the Ryobi brad nailer, and cordless/(no air hose) is certainly very appealing.
Pneumatic nailers are still a little smaller than the cordless ones, so a little better for getting into tight corners when doing baseboard (inside corners under cabinet toe kicks, etc).
The pneumatic tools are also just so inexpensive once you have the compressor. I thought I mainly needed a brad nailer, but the 1/4" stapler has been very handy as well. Just replaced the carpeting on the cat tree, and the stapler made it a breeze. The Harbor Freight 2-in-1 nailer/stapler has poor reviews so I'd avoid it, but the separate tools have been great. I had a bad experience with the HF staples, but Dewalt staples in the HF stapler have worked well.
18ga brad nails are fine for most trim, but I feel like they are just barely enough for baseboards. I just got a 16ga nailer and I like them much better for baseboard. I feel like 18ga is perfect for light trim up to 1/4" or 3/8" thick, and 16ga is better for 1/2" or thicker, especially if it is dense like MDF.
I really like Flexzilla air hose; very soft and flexible with no kinking. Also put a swivel connector on the guns.
Pancake compressor will definitely not be enough for an HVLP sprayer. Would work for an airbrush, or possibly a small sprayer like the Critter spray gun.
Compressor can be pretty noisy and annoying indoors. Either look at the quiet ones like California Air Tools or HF's new quiet ones, or just buy 100ft of hose so you can leave the compressor outside while you work inside.
A spray extender could help in this sort of situation, if you wanted to keep a little distance between yourself and the spray to avoid getting it on yourself and standing in there with the fumes as well, you just screw it on the end of a pole.
Would you recommend the preval aerosol cans over a regular paint gun like this?
I have this one and it has not only been easy to use, but has payed for itself in labor, and time savings after just a couple uses. I highly recommend it.
http://www.amazon.com/Graco-Magnum-262800-Airless-Sprayer/dp/B0026SR0FW/ref=lp_497500_1_8/191-8779222-2848144?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1410049850&sr=1-8
They actually make just that very thing.
Thank you much for this advice. I am reading him all these comments. I hadn't known about skin injection. That doesn't not sound good.
Hey, would skin injection be a problem with a sprayer like this? This isn't a high pressure sprayer right?
https://www.amazon.com/HomeRight-C800971-Painter-Painting-Projects/dp/B071X9FZ7R/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3LA8KMD06TAVN&keywords=homeright+super+finish+max+paint+sprayer&qid=1567987497&s=instant-video&sprefix=homeright+super+finish+max%2Cinstant-video%2C177&sr=8-1
Honestly, don't bother with either of those compressors. You REALLY want one with a tank. For precision painting, the tank ensures an even air flow, while the kind that don't have a reserve tank sometimes can't keep up with consistent spray.
I have this one: http://www.amazon.com/AIRBRUSH-COMPRESSOR--Airbrush-Published-Exclusively/dp/B001738DXU/ref=sr_1_1?s=arts-crafts&ie=UTF8&qid=1449878332&sr=1-1&keywords=airbrush+compressor+with+tank
YES, it's more expensive, but honestly if you want to do it, I highly suggest you do it right. Had several friends buy those starter kits and they always wound up replacing both the compressor and brush it comes with, thus spending more.
Speaking of brush, those brushes are pretty bad. They aren't precision machined, so they use O-Rings all over the place. Those are hard to clean and a point of failure.
I have two airbrushes that I adore: an Iwata Revolution and a Grex (I forget the model)
You have a few different kinds of grips: a pistol grip and a pen grip. I have one of each and use them for different applications, but have found that I mostly prefer the Grex.
I think this is what I have: http://www.amazon.com/Grex-Tritium-TG3-Trigger-Gravity-Airbrush/dp/B002XQ2K5W/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1449878477&sr=8-2&keywords=Grex+Airbrush
Someone can probably recommend a cheaper alternative-
I recommend a gravity feed. Side feed and vacuum feed are both more of a pain to clean, and don't work so well with small amounts of paint for miniature work.
Anyways, just my opinions and observations. YMMV!
I have this sprayer and absolutely love it. Its sprays very evenly, painted the exterior of my house with it. Taping up is the hardest part when dealing with sprayers! My only complaint is that the hose is very stiff and is a bit short but I put the sprayer in my yard cart and pulled it with me around the house. Cleaning is really easy as well, just attach the garden hose to it (mine came with the adapter) and run it for a few minutes.
https://www.amazon.com/Graco-257025-Project-Painter-Sprayer/dp/B004Z2090U
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003PGQI48/ref=oh_details_o07_s00_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
here is my HLVP...the reviews are probably better than I can do. I like it.
whether or not its worth it???? YES.....spraying the corners and fronts was sooooo much easier than using a brush....in fact, I cant imagine using brushes for this
No glossifer, just 6 cans of color. One can per wheel, and 2 for mudflaps.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00E975LQ8?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
Though I did purchase the spray gun, and I highly recommend that. It worked amazingly well!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B002EQEE82?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
I recently bought and used this to build some cabinets for my utility room. It worked pretty well once I figured out the settings/paint consistency.
Ultimately, you are buying a $100 paint gun, more likely than not it will not work perfectly. I will say I was pleased with my purchase though.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003PGQI48/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Buy that. I have one and it's awesome. Use that with lacquer from Sherwin Williams. It was a total game changer for me. I may never brush on a finish again.
> Most importantly you should invest in a spray handle because your hand is going to get tired without one and you risk bad coats.
Can't recommend this highly enough. Just dipped my rims this past weekend, and two days later, my finger is still completely numb from spraying all that plastidip.
Planning to redip at least one of the rims (probably two), and ordered this sprayer from Amazon for the next time (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002EQEE82/), after my hands have recovered!
TCP Global Commercial 2.5 Gallon (10 Liters) Spray Paint Pressure Pot Tank with Manual Mixing Agitator https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KFT5A3S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_POxgyb89B2YXV that's the tank. You have to remove the manual agitator, then I took a 5/8 bolt to fill that hole, using a nylon washer on the top for a seal. I had to remove all fittings and get a few others, as well as a plug to seal everything. Get thread sealant or silicone and you're good to go. I'll have to snag a picture of it altered.
I was looking at this one. any thoughts?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B005QQ0AFS/ref=dp_olp_refurbished?ie=UTF8&condition=refurbished
Graco HV2900 was the OG sprayer. Find one of those.
Wiping ass is barbaric. This is a superior method.
https://www.amazon.com/Toilet-Sprayer-Shower-Hygiene-Complete/dp/B00BKXBH3K
Yup, OP needs one of these and one of these.
Hi guys,
I want to do some painting. Lots of painting.
In my house:
Outside:
I want to use a paint sprayer and hopefully use Behr Ultra Premium Plus (undiluted) where at all possible. My choices are the following sprayers:
Paint for ceiling(s):
Which should I get, given the scope of the work? I may choose to roll the ceilings (I hate rolling and I suck at it), but I want to spray everything else.
I have recently purchased my first home with my fiancée, and like all of you, have an enormous list of projects we'd like to do. I am fairly handy and am prepared to tackle any project (with supervision on electrical). All that being said, I have always used other people's tools when working on projects, so I don't have many of my own. I have a budget and would like to purchase all of my tools on Black Friday/Cyber Monday to get the best bang for my buck. I'd like your advice on which tools are the best for my budget.
We are planning on renovating the master bed, bath, and closet, kitchen, mudroom, and the laundry room. I also plan on making a kitchen table, coffee table, cabinets, dresser, etc. The first project is the laundry room and mudroom, which will require tile, built-ins, cabinets, and replacing washer/dryer. I have a tool budget of $5k-7.5k (ideally staying on the lower end) and would like your thoughts on my equipment list.
If you've used any of this below, what did you think? Are there any cheaper or better alternatives I should consider?
Last question: does anyone know where I can find plastic sawhorses that allow me to put a 2x4 across the top, but also allow the legs rotate for easy storage? My dad had these growing up and I cant find them anywhere. I have found all plastic ones, but I'd like to have the wood so I can saw through it and replace it as needed.
Thank you for your help! I look forward to keeping you updated with our projects.
So I'm not even in the same neighborhood. Probably just cheaper to buy this
Why not get something like this and then use mason jars?
Everything is stored in glass and seals, plus you can use it to spray.
Awesome.. thanks for that info, much appreciated. I may try the grille swap myself using this guide.. I have done stuff like this on my old accord and altima but heard its trickier on these cars.
But thanks for the guide, I am going to look it over when I get out of work.
They sell these handles you can put over the plastidip can to give it a more even coating and helps the back and forth motion as well as your finger from pressing on the spray tip.
https://www.amazon.com/Can-Gun1-2012-Premium-Aerosol-Spray/dp/B002EQEE82/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1466530359&sr=8-6&keywords=plastidip
Works really well and can use it for other spray bottles too.
Def keep me updated with pics and thanks again!
If you can't get an airbrush anytime soon, something like this can improve your use of a spray can.
seems to me one of these would make life easier as well. not sure if this specific model will fit on the can you choose but it looks like you'd make nicer passes with this than the can by itself.
https://www.amazon.com/Can-Gun1-2012-Premium-Aerosol-Spray/dp/B002EQEE82
latex paint works best with an airless sprayer, but those will run you $300+.
I picked up a wagner https://www.amazon.com/Wagner-0518080-Control-Spray-Sprayer/dp/B003PGQI48/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1469559938&sr=8-3&keywords=paint+sprayer
works ok for such things. it cant quite vaporize the paint, even after thinning with some floetrol and water. But it works better than a brush.
Its certainly faster, but it does waste a fair amount of paint.
Still, I hate painting, Ive gotten my money's worth IMO. Though with the amount Ive used it, I wish i had gotten an airless sprayer.
No worries, this gun here:
https://www.amazon.com/Wagner-0529010-Outdoor-Hand-held-Sprayer/dp/B00FBP4QT0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1468252824&sr=8-1&keywords=wagner+paint+sprayer
would get you a lot of what you are looking for, it might even be more than you need but you can look at the details of this sprayer and others like it, it can adjust the flow and spray pattern depending if you are staining, painting or whatever else you want to spray. For around $100 I would say it is worth it if you have a few projects around the house like interior walls, outdoor furniture or decks and even exterior painting. You just get the stain or correct paint or even plasti dip if you want to do your car. It might take some guess and checking to get the right flow and coverage at first when you start a new project but do a couple test spots first and you should be good to go!
The gun should come with everything you need to spray but you will need the paint or stain you want plus any tape, drop clothes stuff like that. The gun comes with a paint cup that you just fill up, set the flow rate and spray pattern and start shooting!
I hope that helps, let me know if you have any other questions
I'm considering plasti dipping my entire car as well. Me and a buddy ran the numbers the other night and I can't remember it all, but it seemed really reasonable. I think buying the spray gun will be one of the more expensive parts, but once I have it, I have it. And then if someone else decides they want theirs done, I can do it for them for a slight cost ;)
It does look the same as far as I can tell. From what I read, plasti dip has a little rougher of a finish, where this doesn't. But I can't say for sure because I've never used the plasti dip.
Yes, I just used a spray can for the rims, I suggest buying one of the contraptions that you put on the can that makes spraying easier though. My fingers went numb 20 minutes into doing it. It's been over 48 hours now and I still have no feeling in either of my index fingers. I'm not exaggerating in the least. http://www.amazon.com/Can-Gun1-2012-Premium-Aerosol-Spray/dp/B002EQEE82 Something like that is what I mean.
I'm thinking it will hold up very well, there's one spot I need to redo. It's where they put the wheel weights on the outside of the rim. One of the wheels didn't take to it well so it peeled a tiny bit. Just going to cut the section out and spray it again, it's only about an inch long.
A friend plasti dipped his motocross rims, apparently sprayed it right over dirt and everything, his has been on there for 3-4 years now and he says it still looks great. So take from that what you will, but it should last a long time if you do it well. Even if you have to touch a few things up after a year, it's cheap and easy to do!
So just in case you are looking to try this I actually bought this at my local Sherwin-Williams thinking it would be a great alternative to spraying and it's just OK. Like others have said it had the same limitations as most spray paint with the advantage of being able to use custom colors. If you have any specific questions let me know
I bought a used Fuji Mini-Mite 3 via CL and it's been an absolute joy to use. I realize that's a little better quality than you're looking for but as long as you're not trying to vaporize super thick latex with a cheap unit most clear woodworking finishes should spray fine with more economical units.
Edit: This Earlex is considered to be pretty good for the price and is a huge step up from a plastic gun.
https://www.amazon.com/Vaper-19419-Spray-Non-Aerosol-Sprayer/dp/B0035FH906/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1523903457&sr=8-1&keywords=brake+cleaner+can we started using something like this at a shop I worked at for our press wash; it worked great.
HomeRight Finish Max C800766, C900076 Paint Sprayer Power Painter, Home Paint Sprayer Tool for Spray Painting, HVLP Spray Gun for Painting Projects https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003VKFDEO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Fy0ZBbNSZTMXA
I've used Critter sprayers for over a decade. Hard to beat those things for reliability and ease of use.
The pipettes are for double shots. My first two attempts were laughably bad, but I learned from each attempt so I'm pumped about that.
I bought this pressure tank. There are cheaper ones at places like Harbor Freight, but also pictures of catastrophic failures. I figured the risk wasn't worth the $20-$40 savings. If you need support though, don't bother calling TCP support, they won't help since it was only designed as a paint sprayer. All you have to do is move the agitator up and pump tube out of the way, and get two female quick connect plugs and two female 1/4" plugs (and the 1/4" air hose) and you're good to go.
I'm thinking about making a video showing how to use this setup since others have asked too.
It's really easy to do. I used a generic version of this to spray it on. https://www.amazon.com/Wagner-0529021-Flexio-Sprayer-Station/dp/B00IA8EVIQ/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1499968384&sr=8-7&keywords=wagner+sprayer
the more you use the better. LOTS of coats = easier to peel later if you decide to do that. I sprayed 6 gallons total on my jeep which was something like 12 coats. You want to do the first 2-3 coats light, then start laying it on pretty thick. Just be sure to avoid runs. We waited about 15 minutes between coats. If its real humid you may need to wait longer.
We did almost no prep. Just washed the jeep in Dawn dish detergent and then rubbed it down with rubbing alcohol right before we dipped.
Good luck!
I just got a neiko and with a sufficient compressor it seems to do great!
I was curious too, I think it might be this one: http://www.amazon.com/Wagner-0518080-Control-Spray-Sprayer/dp/B003PGQI48
I use a Grex TG3 with an Aspire Pro compressor. I hear good things about the Badger Krome Renegade if you want a lower priced airbrush but I love the pistol grip for long sessions and the compressor is the best i've ever used and I find it fairly priced for how awesome it is.
I used this HVLP sprayer. I believe there's an updated version that's better now.
That makes sense. I have the one in the Wiki!
https://www.amazon.com/Wagner-0518080-Control-Spray-Sprayer/dp/B003PGQI48
I’ve used this spray gun from amazon to do a fence, a shed and a few art projects for Halloween. This thing is amazing. I am by no means a pro, but it did a perfect job, and it’s easy to use, low overspray and super easy to clean.
YES. I know that I'm going to get downvoted to hell because everyone on here says not to do it. And I don't have any experience using a professional sprayer.
BUT, I do have this Wagner sprayer with it's own mini-compressor (not attached to the gun, this is important) and it's awesome! I've used it to paint my whole house (interior). I've had very minimal (if any) overspray. I just tape off the molding and lay some paper down where the wall meets the floor and go to town. I actually bought one of those trim tools someone else suggested and add some Floetrol or water to make it easier to spray.
For 100 bucks, it's been a worthwhile investment. Taping off takes the most time...I find that I can paint a room in about 30min. It really makes up time in the cutting in, rolling, rolling, rolling, dipping the roller back in the pan, rolling some more. You just move your arm and spray until the container is empty.
Edit: All of you guys are pussies. There are a bunch of stay at home mommy bloggers who use paint sprayers and do just fine.
Guitar manufacturers typically use full-on professional spray equipment (such as HVLP) to do bursts, not airbrushes. For the home builder, an airbrush (like a Badger, Paasche or something) will work fine though. You can do hand-wiped bursts with dyes and stains, but not opaque paints; those must be done by spraying.
Which one is "better" just depends on what you want to do. Any method can be used by home builders and modders, but if you've never done it before it would be wise to practice on scrap wood first. Note that if you don't have a professional spray booth or even an airbrush and compressor, you can use PreVal sprayers, which are basically spray cans that you screw a jar onto the bottom of; the jar contains your paint of choice. PreVals can get kind of expensive (about $9 each, and you'll need a few for one guitar), so they're better for one-off projects; if you plan on doing a lot of painting, you'd be much better off investing in an air compressor and sprayer of some sort.
This is a possibility.
Wagner Spraytech 0529021 Paint Sprayer, Flexio 890 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IA8EVIQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_FcaMDbJW21YD6