How many times can I say this? I LOVE my 3M/Accuspray HVLP spray finishing system! Yesterday I finished building a rolling fan/filter and some knock-down walls for my shop spray booth. Today, I sprayed water-borne clear coat onto my mahogany aquarium stand and my "fish" stand.
As I get better at spraying, and I learn more about how to use the various parameters of the spray system to spray more types of finish, I wonder if I'll ever brush or rub a finish again.
Here are some pics of life inside the booth. A few key lessons I've learned: a lazy-susan is critical for getting all sides of a piece in one spray session (see my video above). Also, a garden hose valve to control air pressure at the gun helps to spray viscous finishes without adding fancy solvents. Adjusting the travel of the air pin is also a good way to control the force of the spray, which is great for getting really good control, laying down thin coats, and totally avoiding the chance of drips and sags.
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| The star of the show: my Accuspray gun |
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