How to Use a Paint Sprayer

[@explodingzam4523]

You sir, are a hero. Boss left me unsupervised after I told them that I knew (in theory) how to use a paint sprayer. This saved me from explaining a very embarrassing mess

[@ebw_servant_of_GOD]

Know what they say about inserting one's foot in one's mouth..... BUT... QUICK THINKING and KZbin videos has saved many good workers.... 👍 EBW USN Ret

[@DreamwalkerTenesha]

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[@TheTerrestrial]

I can’t imagine how many of us have been in this exact situation 😅💀🙏

[@amonibidor]

I gotta prove myself in the next 2 hours lol

[@youryear7783]

ME LOL 😅😅😅

[@derickthomas380]

This is the most informative, precise, and detailed, paint sprayer operation video on KZbin. Thanks sir you are a amazing teacher..the paint sprayer manufacturers, should utilize you as a sales,and customer service info consultant.

[@av-re9rr]

You did a great job explaining the process of draining/priming/spraying and the reason for cycling. (rather than just micro steps)...helped a lot and not in other videos.

[@johnrpomeroy]

This is exactly the video I needed to see!! I only use an airless every few years & am always confused about what does what & which tube goes where!! Thank you for the detailed explanation!!!

[@shipmastershadowofintent5249]

Watched this video when i had like some cheap 300 dollar paint sprayer years ago when i first started this. Its been 6 years and id just like to say thank you . this helped me so much when I first started

[@eliasrojero]

I just bought it for you and looks like it's clogged up it runs and everything I just can't get anything

[@markmulich4421]

This video is better than the manufacturer's video for the paint sprayer I bought. Thank you for this simple tutorial.

[@kennyvairin2484]

Thanks for the video John. As a small commercial contractor, I spend most of my time in the office. (My guys are the ones who know how to paint..) This was very helpful and I am anxious to see the rest of your videos.

[@Benjemil23]

Great job. A huge help showing the images of parts that you’re referring to when instructing how to use it. A lot of guys making vids don’t do that and it can get pretty confusing

[@fatimahmorse7542]

I paint houses for a living and as an 18 year old girl just now coming into the business I appreciate that I could watch this video and understand it. Even without knowing how to use a sprayer. Because I've only ever used a roller and a paintbrush but it's taking too long to paint houses so I needed to learn this. Many thhanks. And I'm buying your book😁

[@Liveharley1]

Excellent video, i have airless sprayed my house before just after 15 years i forgot a lot, so i cleaned up my equipment thank god i put it away correctly, not bad cleaning it. Watched your video, I am ready to paint the interior of the house.Thanks again .

[@ninitiblue]

Great instructional video for a near beginner like me. The way you cut in close ups was very useful.

[@angrydads6796]

Thank you so much for this video. Your explanation of setting it up, priming and testing is very complete. Seriously thank you

[@niconicouana]

I came upon this video by accident. I cannot comment on its accuracy, but I will say it was very well done! I am not easily impressed with instructional material of any sort. Experts seem to skip steps, probably due to their experience. You really took us through this step by step. I feel I can actually follow this, if need be, without feeling frustration from a confusing or incomplete instruction. Whatever you're doing, keep doing it. Good job!

[@royholman7249]

Great, comprehensive line of videos to help an absolute novice (like me) to overcome my lack of knowledge. I like how you've put your videos in easy, illustrative terms. I had never ran an airless sprayer before and did not realize how many details, there are, to be aware of. From start to finish you've helped me to overcome my 'intimidation'. Thanks!

[@KamDoesIt-1st]

Your still here?

[@jameszond8805]

The best most simplest explanation on how to set a paint sprayer up for painting

[@howtopaintahouse]

Glad I could help. Thanks for commenting, and good luck with your paint job!

[@KevinMancini]

Never used a sprayer like that before, thinking of buying one and your explanation of how to set it up and prime it was excellent. Thank you

[@DarkPhoenix203Ct]

great video, quick concise and right to the point. I'm sure there's a ton of ppl out there really grateful you made this video. I'm sure there's plenty of guys on jobsites right now who told their boss they know how to use paint sprayers but haven't touched one in yrs and used your video as a refresher course

[@MRLOVERLOVER696]

Excellent tutorial. Great tips and tricks. Im not sure how you could have done it better. Thank you.

[@susanj6761]

Awesome.. it’s been a few years since I used a sprayer..using a sprayer tomorrow on loan I feel much more confident 👊

[@howtopaintahouse]

It is a Titan sprayer I've had for many years. Still works great because I treat it well. The basic components--suction tube, return (prime) tube, pressure knob, gun and tip, etc., are pretty much the same on all sprayers, although they sometimes look different on newer ones. I've used plenty of Graco sprayers over the years and they work great too. Thanks for writing!

[@creedkisling233]

Well I watched it about 5 hours ago and just now got done spraying an entire shed. I think the video worked.

[@ruvinasylvester4269]

Thank you so very much for taking the time to make this video. Very thorough and clear instructions. Very grateful.

[@primowebdesign]

Paint Sprayer video tutorial has a nice pace, well organized and great demonstration. Thanks !!!!

[@howtopaintahouse]

That's lot of paint! You're right that a 3-foot wand can reduce the work by quite a bit when spraying massive square footage. For interior residential spraying, an 18-inch tip extension can also be very handy when dealing with 9-foot ceilings and vaulted ceilings, etc., so you don't have to drag a step ladder along. Thanks for commenting.

[@Chinews773]

Sorry my big question is, is it ok if the skinny( I think it's the prime tube( the skinny one, is it ok that it was in the paint bucket with the suction tube, they both were buried in the paint bucket, please tell me that won't mess up the sprayer?

[@JaredBlank]

Hey thanks for taking all this time to put these videos together! I think I am not alone when I say we all appreciate your videos.

[@MP-vf8qz]

O:37 How you add throat ceil to the sprayer

[@seanbostrom3126]

Outstanding job with this video. Super clear, informative and comprehensive. Thanks for taking the time to create this video and post it.

[@kennethhyden4023]

john good tips. im a spray technician at a sherwin williams store and the only thing i have to say i had an issue with was youre referance to tsl. throat seal liquid is NOT a lubricant. Throat seal liquid is a liquid that helps remove pigments of paint from the throat packings and around the displacement rod. you really dont want to be using too much of that stuff for it is an acidic oil. youre better off using something such as hydrolic fluid for this. just a tip from one painter to the next. thanks john

[@howtopaintahouse]

That's interesting. Is using hydraulic fluid recommended in the user manuals for Titan and Graco sprayers or what do they recommend?

[@buddyboy1953]

yes i did.i am in upstate ny.i am getting ready to paint my home and when i saw your video explaining paint sprayers i thought hey let me find out about this,beats hand brushing,lol. your videos are a excellent tool.i learned so much,just wanted to thank you.make more !!! looking forward to learning more.ken

[@rubenfelan6372]

It's my go to in my periodical paint career!

[@lesliehutchinson4121]

I have been painting for 12 years. I am a second generation painter. My father has painted for 30 years and neither of us ever use the prime valve. It is not necessary and the way you just throw the return tube into the paint bucket is just going to let the paint in it to dry up and get clogged. The biggest mistake is not first running the pump with water to make sure the packings work, the gun isn't leaking, and that the spray line is stable and doesn't explode.

[@tribulationprepper787]

MESSAGE FROM A VIRGIN PAINT SPRAYER. I just bought the Graco X19. Never have used one of these before. I have watched a lot of how to type videos but watching someone else use these machines and using one yourself for the first time is a different story. I know that the sprayer I purchased is capable. The questions become... Am I capable? Will I make a mess of the job? What will discharging the gun actually feel like? Here is the solution for my lack of confidence. I WILL USE STRAIGHT WATER TO SPRAY MY GARAGE DOOR UNTIL I REACH A SATISFACTORY LEVEL OF COMFORT WITH THIS EQUIPMENT AND MY TECHNIQUE.

[@jxinx6812]

LOL, that's a great way to get practice while saving money

[@tribulationprepper787]

@@jxinx6812 Yeah... Kind of like dry fireing an AR don't ya think???

[@joshbnr1205]

AWESOME! You just saved me $700.00 I was going to pay just for labor to prime my basement before the "professional" comes in to trim and do all the texture stuff. Thanks again!

[@ExtremeRecluse]

I will be doing my first big painting project with my new Harbor Freight sprayer. Painting my basement ceiling flat black.

[@lacal16]

Thanks. Great no nonsense video. Clear and concise and no wasted explanation.

[@luisLopez-uz3mv]

hey man I really appreciate the time u took to do this video . thank you so much keep doing more videos

[@TheArtee00]

Don't leave comments much but this video was money. Keep up the good work Sir 💪🏾

[@loridoolaghty3453]

I'm using a sprayer for the first time tomorrow so here I am. Thanks for the info.

[@bwelding2925]

I just received employment at a shipyard as a painter, but my main trade is welder. Kept on watching your vid to help me get that job. Will let you know if it helped. Thanx, bob

[@howtopaintahouse]

That's great, man, congratulations on the job and good luck with it!

[@hectormartinez2746]

You sir are a gentleman and a scholar!

[@wolves1fan830]

i am a professional painter and your videos are great for the beginner ive watched a bunch great video

[@iambuckslady]

Sir? This is the BEST how to paint sprayer video EVER! LMAO so good

[@joelkeetonjr5898]

I understood everything you just taught me as a man could understand. Thank you for this video!

[@95rman]

Great Video! I bought a used sprayer and didn't have much luck with my first attempt. After you video I have a much better handle on it.

[@leslychavez447]

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[@nicktaylor8112]

Great Video, just brought a Titan sprayer and watching this was a lot easier to understand that reading the user manual,

[@Real_Weird]

How to airless paint spray

[@howtopaintahouse]

Great question. You probably have one of Graco's Tradeworks line, which they describe as being for homeowners, handymen, and others who won't be spraying day-in day-out. Those sprayers are designed to not require throat seal. Other companies might also make homeowner lines that don't require throat seal, but as far as I'm aware, all professional-grade sprayers still require throat seal. (I double-checked with the paint store.) Thanks for asking and helping to clear this up. Enjoy that sprayer!

[@howtopaintahouse]

You bet, Ken. Glad you found the video helpful.

[@FiveStarPicks500]

Even though it has been a long time since this video was posted, it is still very useful, these indications.

[@Jlymansackhead]

Good video. I knew there was a reason I don’t use a sprayer. I would have a bedroom cut in and already started rolling by the time you get done fiddling with the sprayer.

[@joshbowman3667]

Awesome walkthrough and detail. Thanks for the tips!

[@peterk917]

Fantastic video! Clear and concise. Thanks a lot!

[@upbeek1]

Yes I have one of those too , the technique was to keep the gun tucked in at the waist so the weight would be off the trigger hand , and swop over when the ache set in, the 600litre would do 64 student bedrooms including 8 corridors 8 kitchens and a 4 storey staircase , I called this a section and while doing the job I did around 2500 bedrooms and then left site , it was getting too repetitive for me ,but then I worked for persimmon homes for 9 years spraying new build houses,

[@aceman1741]

Never used a sprayer before, so thank you for the tip. Was great information

[@johnj.broughton585]

Thanks! Will also check out HOW TO CLEAN A PAINT SPRAYER. One of the best videos I've seen thus far on paint sprayers.

[@IanBuell]

Thank you for the sprayer prep video! I needed that! I didn't see a video about paint spraying technique though. Please show us how to paint after all the setup.

[@raulruelas9443]

This video was short and sweet! Great video you did a really good job!

[@howtopaintahouse]

Hi--you are correct that it's possible to use a sprayer without using the prime valve, but for the purposes of the video I wanted to show people unfamiliar with paint sprayers the manufacturer-recommend way of doing it. Thanks for commenting and good luck with your painting!

[@Jd-kg1fh]

Marry Christmas and happy new year!

[@jareth7456]

Thanks brother...it's been a minute since I use one ...95. Lol very good refresher

[@DesertHavaGarden]

Thank you! Absolute beginner here and I’ve never used a sprayer before. Trying to get the kitchen cabinets painted while my husband is out of town and brush and roller are too slow. Hoping for the best tomorrow. It is Valspar cabinet paint, I guess it is an oil hybrid.

[@eliasrojero]

How can I purge or clean a nerd is it has been sitting for over a year I don't know if it doesn't want to spray anything I don't know if it's been left with painting it or what but what's the best way to clean it out with

[@eliasrojero]

What could I use to clean it out

[@harrydonald3674]

As a Christian, I appreciate professionals that are willing to share their expertise for the benefit of others - sincere thanks for your thorough instructions.

[@atiq-urrahman7559]

Beautifully explained

[@howtopaintahouse]

Hi--I don't recommend one specific brand of paint because there are lots of good brands, but what I do recommend is that no matter what brand you choose, buy the mid- to upper-grade paint they sell. Don't buy the cheapest they offer, and don't necessarily get the expensive designer paint, but something in the mid- to upper-range of quality usually works well. At paint stores you might ask for their "contractor's" paint, which isn't always displayed, but is usually decent quality and affordable.

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[@juelzdarius5299]

@Brennan Vivaan You are welcome :D

[@LigerTigerOP]

Thank you so much for this video, it's been about 8 yrs since i used a sprayer. You rock! This info is very helpful.

[@markbailey3650]

Thank you. You are very good at communicating. I will learn from you.

[@TheOlddoggie]

Thank you sir, of all the tutorials video out there yours are the most easy to understand!

[@rbeygarcia]

How the HELL do you have such pretty, smooth, and beautiful hands if you’re a builder?

[@rigogarcia7222]

Thank you very much, simple instructions, but, very helpful. God bless you

[@deniselesicka2220]

For us non-professional painters or people who just rent these sprayers as a one-time deal, would be good to explain what the purpose of the "prime" setting is, and that the "return tube" works in conjunction with the "prime" setting. It's confusing to us normal people, as the only "priming" I've ever known is the white paint you're supposed to use on the wall before you use the color paint. Took me a minute to figure out that the prime setting is to just get the machine and paint ready to go.

[@shellymaxwell4691]

Been a brush and roll girl for 20 yrs. And a master with an hvlp. However tomorrow I am spraying a house full of trim with an airless tomorrow,solo. My first time,can you believe it?!!.doors jambs windows and base boards. Hope its as simple as your videos.

[@howtopaintahouse]

The biggest issue I've had spraying trim is putting on too heavy of a coat and getting runs, resulting in some areas of trim needing to be sanded and resprayed. This can be avoided by doing a couple of light coats rather than one heavy coat, but it's tricky no matter what. Especially if you are spraying oil base paint, which tends to run more because it dries slower. Also, of course you need to use a fine-finish spray tip when spraying interior trim. I hope your job went well!

[@DIYNate]

Enjoyed this video as I start to learn how to use a paint sprayer - much appreciated! - DIYNate

[@georgebrennert5266]

Great video!!! Using this to teach my guys how to spray properly.

[@damianrico2433]

Thank you for the video, best video I have seen for a first timer like me! It’s a big investment and I want to be sure it last. Great video!!

[@ashhiro8179]

I was the guy that skipped the step of pulling the trigger and got a Face full of Paint. I should of listened better haha. 😂 Thanks for the helpful video!

[@marlaneufeld6066]

Much better than the last video on this! Thank you!

[@tituskaj2700]

Hey man. You're the best, thanks for the video walk through!

[@BrennaRehan]

As a recent engineering grad, THANK YOU. I recently purchased my first home, and the ceilings are so tall that I thought I'd definitely have to call professionals in to do the job. Do you have any opinions on renting a paint sprayer from somewhere like Home Depot? Thanks again!

[@angiesimsolo]

Thank you for the video, you mentioned during the day you need to add couple of drops of throat seal? so the machine won't run dry...i did not understand what this is and where you add it. thank you

[@allanoliveira1390]

This helped me a lot, thanks mate!

[@zates2272]

Great video! Thanks. Sharing with a friend.

[@hopepylandmclaughlin7991]

Very informative video, thanks!

[@moneychaser5259]

Quickest 2 minutes ever!

[@buddyboy1953]

hi,excellent video on the correct way to care and set up a sprayer,thanks so much.ken

[@aztekaa1]

I could hear what you was saying when you turned on the sprayer? Did a missed something good like information? Or what should I do 😮

[@tonysotovazquez1426]

thanks for this video .... now I know to set up a paint machine

[@richtaylor6806]

Hi John: First, I think you're dry wit is hilarious. Second, I strained my acrylic paint using a 5 gl cheesecloth-type strainer. My Graco x7 clogged like crazy. I called Graco. The tech told me that those strainers aren't fine enough. He suggested that I use an old T-shirt and just let it drip through. He said that squeezing it pushes all the impurities through. What do you think? I'm not sure that paint will even drip through a T-shirt ... Thanks

[@howtopaintahouse]

Rich Taylor Hey Rich, I'm not sure what kind of strainer you used, but I have never had a single problem or hardly any clogs ever in many years by using the nylon mesh 5-gallon strainer bags...here's a link to the ones I like. I always squeeze the paint out and I've never had an issue, although it isn't necessary to do it that way if you're concerned about impurities. www.amazon.com/Gallon-Elastic-Opening-Strainer-Pieces/dp/B00C2A9L0Q/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1433177212&sr=8-2&keywords=paint+strainer

[@howtopaintahouse]

That's an interesting comment, Denise. It did not occur to me that people might confuse the two meanings of the word "prime." I probably should have thought of that. I'm actually going to post a note on this video with a couple of updates, and I'll include this clarification. Thanks.

[@seayerburhani4074]

Thanks for very clear tutorial I have a questions which tip I can use for door tram and which tip I can use for prime the wall and which tip I can use for parking garage walls Thanks

[@annarchy5270]

You make it look so easy. I'm going to attempt to spray stain on a deck for the very first time and I have no idea what I'm supposed to do. I'm going to use a Novia 380 and I couldn't even find the ON switch when the guy dropped it off. Help!

[@mzoesp]

Thank you very much for this. Very helpful. Peace!

[@BJ-zt7hd]

Very helpful. Thanks!

[@yoryicastillo7717]

Thank you for the great video, I'm lazy reading manual, the video a much better option

[@JWells1367]

Well done we are going to rent a sprayer, and this was very helpful

[@howtopaintahouse]

Yes, you can spray oil paints through a sprayer, and then you need to clean it with thinner. See my video "How to Clean a Paint Sprayer" and just substitute thinner for water. Same procedure.

[@howtopaintahouse]

You could try priming it with an oil primer like KILZ before topcoating with latex paint. Latex primer might work (that's what I use after removing popcorn to "seal" the ceiling before re-texturing) but if there is extreme chalking or something, oil primer is a little more effective IMO.

[@jorgevasquez-lz4be]

excellent video!!!!!!!!!!! thanks for sharing

[@emirmujkanovic9728]

This was very helpful

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[@TheEfyou]

thank you so much for this video i just bought one and this was the perfect video again thank you so i much i really appreciate it.

[@bradthepropainter]

Very nice job!