I have a heavy duty sprayer but I'm considering a smaller paint sprayer. I'm looking for experience with the Wagner Power Spray or recommendations for a small job paint sprayer. TIA.
Yes I bought it last month to do my kitchen cupboards. It works great. I use it a bit in this video if you want to see it in action: https://youtu.be/oOIzGXnpiuI
I've read many people have issues with "spitting" paint. Also, one reply says they had that as well. Did you have anything like that? Thanks for your advice and sharing the video. You should share that when people as about painting cabinets. I've done it one time, hope I never do it again. It's so much prep work.
Hi Kathy, My husband had the Wagner and didn't like it all that much because it spit randomly that made it hard to control. I know they probably give the best promotions when using it with marketing your projects, but I use my hubby's second paint sprayer that he bought and it is the BEST. It is more expensive but it gives a PRO finish like I have never seen. He is a woodworker so he is super A type when it comes to his finishes and this passed the test. It's the EARLEX!!!
I don't know if this is actually the same exact model that we have because he got it at Woodcraft but it really is amazing. If you are interested how to use it, I give some tips in this post:
That is similar to the one we have. You can hang up to a 5 gallon paint container on it. I was hoping to find something for quick jobs that isn't as involved. I'm afraid the "spitting" is more common than not. Thanks for your information.
I can definitely relate to the deodorizing of a piece. I had one that dealt me fits. Nice piece. Spray is the only way for all the crevices.
Oh gotcha!!! Yes I hear ya! Sometimes you need a small one to get around easier with quick jobs. I did see something from one of my fave bloggers Kristi from Addicted2decorating. She loves this little one. I haven't tried it but I love her projects!!:
One thing about using one of these...you’ll need to thin the paint before spraying so spray several thin coats instead of thicker coats or you’ll get runs in the paint.
The Wagner is ok. It works well for small jobs, but if you have access to an air compressor then I recommend getting an HVLP. There are some good, inexpensive options at Harbor Freight. Regardless, if you use Floetrol in your paint, the results will be better.
Then you really should look at the HVLP sprayers. Ours has a one pint tank and lays down a beautiful spray pattern. We bought one of the better ones at harbor freight that has good metal tips and a metal tabk.
Good point, it looks like your model may be a bit larger than this one and therefore more heavy duty. Thanks for the information. Nice job on the chairs.
I also have an Earlex and it is amazing. I have used it to paint everything. It works with stain and any kind of paint. It gives a professional finish. (It is what my cabinet maker uses also.) If you do a lot of painting, do yourself a favor and spend a little bit more for a quality sprayer. They make painting projects so much easier.
I've never heard of that brand. I do have a large, heavy duty sprayer for big jobs but was considering something a bit more compact for small jobs. I'll have to check it out.
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Yes I bought it last month to do my kitchen cupboards. It works great. I use it a bit in this video if you want to see it in action: https://youtu.be/oOIzGXnpiuI
I've read many people have issues with "spitting" paint. Also, one reply says they had that as well. Did you have anything like that? Thanks for your advice and sharing the video. You should share that when people as about painting cabinets. I've done it one time, hope I never do it again. It's so much prep work.
Hi Kathy, My husband had the Wagner and didn't like it all that much because it spit randomly that made it hard to control. I know they probably give the best promotions when using it with marketing your projects, but I use my hubby's second paint sprayer that he bought and it is the BEST. It is more expensive but it gives a PRO finish like I have never seen. He is a woodworker so he is super A type when it comes to his finishes and this passed the test. It's the EARLEX!!!
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Earlex-Spray-Station-5500-HVLP-Paint-Sprayer-0HV5500US/203391435
I don't know if this is actually the same exact model that we have because he got it at Woodcraft but it really is amazing. If you are interested how to use it, I give some tips in this post:
https://karupp-did.net/sorry-for-the-stink/
And if you want to see the finish after I completed that project...check out this post:
https://karupp-did.net/fetor-to-fetching/
The sprayer is an all in one. It doesn't need an air compressor to go along with it. Everything is built in.
That is similar to the one we have. You can hang up to a 5 gallon paint container on it. I was hoping to find something for quick jobs that isn't as involved. I'm afraid the "spitting" is more common than not. Thanks for your information.
I can definitely relate to the deodorizing of a piece. I had one that dealt me fits. Nice piece. Spray is the only way for all the crevices.
Oh gotcha!!! Yes I hear ya! Sometimes you need a small one to get around easier with quick jobs. I did see something from one of my fave bloggers Kristi from Addicted2decorating. She loves this little one. I haven't tried it but I love her projects!!:
www.addicted2decorating.com › the-best-paint-sprayer-for-kitchen-ca...Best Paint Sprayer For Kitchen Cabinets - Addicted 2 ...
One thing about using one of these...you’ll need to thin the paint before spraying so spray several thin coats instead of thicker coats or you’ll get runs in the paint.
Thanks for the tip. It's been a long time since I used one that has to be thinned. I completely forgot.
The Wagner is ok. It works well for small jobs, but if you have access to an air compressor then I recommend getting an HVLP. There are some good, inexpensive options at Harbor Freight. Regardless, if you use Floetrol in your paint, the results will be better.
Then you really should look at the HVLP sprayers. Ours has a one pint tank and lays down a beautiful spray pattern. We bought one of the better ones at harbor freight that has good metal tips and a metal tabk.
I have this one and love it.
https://www.lowes.com/pd/HomeRight-Finish-Max-Handheld-HVLP-Paint-Sprayer/1000748420
Your welcome :-)
Hi! I recently used one and getting the right model for your project is really key. Here was my review of the one I used: https://bachelorettepadflip.com/2019/09/16/how-to-refinish-adirondack-chairs/
Good point, it looks like your model may be a bit larger than this one and therefore more heavy duty. Thanks for the information. Nice job on the chairs.
I also have an Earlex and it is amazing. I have used it to paint everything. It works with stain and any kind of paint. It gives a professional finish. (It is what my cabinet maker uses also.) If you do a lot of painting, do yourself a favor and spend a little bit more for a quality sprayer. They make painting projects so much easier.
I've never heard of that brand. I do have a large, heavy duty sprayer for big jobs but was considering something a bit more compact for small jobs. I'll have to check it out.
I love my Wagner sprayer, you need to use a additive called flow troll, it makes the paint go through the sprayer better, no spitting of paint.
Thanks for the tip.
I want to add an extra tip: wagner paint sprayer has a 5 yr extended warranty. src - https://mypaintsprayer.com/