I want to buy a paint sprayer to do all my wicker porch furniture
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I have a lot of white wicker furniture and every year I go through at least 15 cans of spray paint. I thought it might be easier to use a sprayer, but I have no experience with them. Any suggestions?
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I have an older version of this Wagner sprayer (link below). I bought it for about $100 at Lowes approximately 8 years ago. I have painted A LOT of furniture with it and I have been extremely pleased with the results I've gotten. It's easy to use and if you are using latex paint, it's easy to clean. One little tip: I found I needed to dilute my primer and paint considerably more than the directions indicate. Start out using the recommended dilution but don't be surprised if you need to add more water (for latex) to get it to run smoothly through the sprayer. Also, before you get ready to paint, test the flow control on an old piece of cardboard or wood before aiming at your project. Sometimes, if the paint is not diluted adequately or the spray control (and spray pattern) isnt adjusted just so, the sprayer will spit and sputter the paint out so test first so you don't mess up your project (although on wicker you won't notice it as much as you would on a smooth flat surface.) http://www.wagnerspraytech.com/products/sprayers/exterior/control-spray-max/
Shari
on Feb 28, 2015
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Just to add to make sure you clean your spray gun out and the nozzle thoroughly between coats and drying times. Otherwise the nozzle can clog. Use water for water based paint and mineral turpentine for oil based paint. You might find an oil based paint will last longer outside than water based paints, even though some of them are touted as being suitable for outdoor use. Just my experience.
Carole
on Feb 28, 2015
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(I have an older Wagner that I use for my fence - if it isn't too windy so the neighbours won't sue me for damage to their vehicles, etc. LOL The nozzle does have to be cleaned thoroughly.) Guess my question is why they need respraying every year. I'm wondering if you primed them first with high adherence primer, and then an outdoor paint if this wouldn't work. You can buy both in spray form. I did the underside of an awning which was getting grubby with Zinzer 1-2-3 spray primer, then topped with a fabric paint. No problems with cracking, peeling, etc. and I live in a hell climate with extremes of hot and cold.
Marion Nesbitt
on Mar 01, 2015
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Fifteen can? Egads! I wish I had read this before yesterday morning! I have a large set of wicker furniture that is out in my yard. It's the resin kind, so I thought it should have lasted longer, but....It started to look really faded after a few years now and I went down and bought a case (6 cans) of spray paint at home depot. I read the recommendation on the Rustoleum website and they said I should spray three coats on them. It was the paint and primer in one. I think I managed to get two coats on the arm chair, and it still needs a final coat, but I have already used the six cans. That means the settee, end tables, coffee table and the bistro set will take another dozen cans or more? Maybe I should look into a sprayer myself!
Jill
on Mar 01, 2015
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Check into HomeRight brand. homeright.com.
Hope Williams
on Mar 01, 2015
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Look for a LOCAL cabinet shop , it may be cheaper to take your wicker to them , have them paint , they will also keep the item until it is dry and can be moved
Renee Confere
on Mar 01, 2015
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Try a spray can trigger-handle. It will save you money and cleanup time. primary reason: saves wear n tear on your pointing finger. : )
Jeff C. Keane
on Mar 01, 2015
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I have spray-painted a bunch of wicker porch furniture. It is a job, and for two coats, I had to go back to buy more cans more than once. I was afraid I would not do well with a sprayer, so very glad to hear about the Wagner sprayer and advice for use. Next time...
Mad About Design
on Mar 01, 2015
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Oh, yes, and another comment mentioned the "trigger finger" issue. Painful!
Mad About Design
on Mar 01, 2015
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When you buy a paint sprayer don't you need to buy an air compressor too. I have been wanting to get one because of all the spray painting I do, however, did not want to go into the expense of the air compressor. Thank you
Kay Takash
on Mar 01, 2015
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I bought one of the HomeRite ones. Used to paint kitchen cabinets. Worked great. Was less than $100.
Debbie
on Mar 04, 2015
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I found painting wicker isn't a problem but now every time we sit on the furniture I get white paint flakes on the floor. I end up sweeping and vacuuming my porch floor constantly. I would never paint the furniture again Any suggestions?
Pam Garcia
on Mar 09, 2015
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Try sealing it , I used deck sealer so far so good,
Renee Confere
on Mar 10, 2015
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I have never regretted the purchase of my Wagner Power Painter Plus, picked it up at Lowes on sale for about $59,00. It has made all the difference! Perfect for wicker furniture, lattice, any medium paint job you have. Best of luck!
Tmarie63
on Feb 02, 2016
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