Spraying Chalk Paint | HVLP Tips and Tricks

Zeb sprays a hutch using an HVLP sprayer with Fairy Chalk Mother paint in dinnermint and goes over some tips and tricks for spraying.
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[@GO-PIES-r6k]

These are the videos that brought me to your channel. Not painting ‘junk’

[@jjannabellessmiles5379]

This is so pretty. The information you share regarding sprayers, care and so on is really helpful and interesting. Thanks so much for sharing. Its appreciated.

[@lorikeogan2457]

I've only really started watching a lot of your videos.. I can't believe you don't have 100X'S the follower's that you do have. Your 1 of the (to me) few KZbinrs that show all of how, with what & describe all the products & reasons you do what you do. I love it!!! I don't leave comments often or in many videos, but I did yesterday & told you about a table & chairs I want to redo & asked for your opinion for a small, easy to use sprayer, w/out a compressor & for someone who is now disabled. I have a buffet, bench, my own recreated dinning room table & chair's, a TV stand (turn into a coffee/tea bar w/wheels) & mirrors, shelves & ECT... That I've kept & want to redo for my own home, but then got sick & now very disabled... I really only hope you could give me ideas or suggestions some of your videos that could help me along this VERY long road, to make it easier??? I have a cart full of products from your website to get me going with all natural paints & finishes, so I won't get sick & will make these projects Sooo much easier for me to do, myself. But any info you can suggest would be greatly appreciated. As well as where to start purchasing products from you, on a NOW very limited income. I don't want to do much for profit, only large pieces I had in my large home, that now I could use the money to help me redo all my own pieces I've saved for so very long to redo for myself??? Sincerely Lori K

[@JamiRayVintage]

Hi Lori! I replied to your comment from yesterday but here is the link for the self-contained paint sprayer we like. amzn.to/2MqMKm3 The paints and sealers we use can be found here. jamirayvintage.com/

[@melissashaw3583]

Wow is that beautiful! Thank you Zeb for all of the information you shared in this video. I just love watching your videos simply because you do give so much info for beginners like myself. Thank you!!

[@D_Parks]

Wow! Spraying is definitely the way to go if you can! Awesome job!!

[@JamiRayVintage]

We sure love it!

[@mullermilch2862]

Wow der Schrank ist der Hammer...Richtig geil😆 LG Michaela

[@karenyounger2314]

This whole project is based on bringing the simple up to a tpe of elegance. Great job, and staging!

[@JamiRayVintage]

❤️❤️ It’s been in my garage for a couple of months now, just waiting for warmer paint spraying weather.

[@donna8212]

Zeb, that turned out gorgeous!! Well done!!

[@JamiRayVintage]

Thank you! -Zeb

[@stephaniehines-hernandez242]

This is extremely helpful thank you! We have a piano similar to the one you all fixed up. Planning to attempt the same!

[@QueenVetis]

Very Nice!!!! Great Job Zeb and spraying the paint is definitely the way to go.

[@JamiRayVintage]

Thanks!

[@soph5669]

This man is awesome ! Thanks so much 👏🏻✨✨ so informative! Love it

[@annettethrall8689]

Wow I really like this, especially with the wire instead of the glass! Looks farmhouse to me😊

[@JamiRayVintage]

Thanks! I’m loving the color, even on such a big piece.

[@wendyjones249]

Nice..most of us don't have a paint sprayer...when you're on a budget like I am, just getting the chalk paint is a splurge. It turned out beautifully..great job!

[@JamiRayVintage]

Thanks! 👍 we’ve gotta mix it up and spray something sometimes.

[@mairzydotes3548]

Thanks so much for the video; especially showing the consistency of the chalk paint.

[@darciacowart3387]

Excellent job! Wow! I have 6 chairs I need to paint and I cant get the paint to spread evenly so I have stopped at one. Id love to get hubby's help with it. I am waiting on my milk paint order to arrive and then we may hit up Home Depot or Lowes for a sprayer!!!!! I think seeing this video makes all the difference in the world as far as joint projects. Plus you have the added advantage of being proud of the work you did together. Then I can fine tune the pieces. Hobby Lobby does have some amazing adornments Id find a piece for! Thanks for the great tips on how simple that is to switch out vs finding a match to the exsisting fit.

[@JamiRayVintage]

Darcia Cowart your paint will be to you on Monday yay!! For milk paint we use the critter sprayer. We have a video ❤️❤️

[@darciacowart3387]

I will watch it now!!! Thank you Jami

[@elainecanjura3696]

It looks so pretty !! Zeb is my hero!! 😂

[@JamiRayVintage]

Hehe, he’s gonna get a big head! (Just kidding!) ❤️❤️

[@elainecanjura3696]

Jami Ray Vintage 🤫😋😝

[@thebeachyfarmhouse6410]

Love that minty color. 💕

[@AngieWilliamsDesigns]

This looks great. Getting ready to spray chalk paint. Wanted to see if I could use HVLP gun.

[@J.Kenobi]

Such an awesome transformation. Well done.

[@JamiRayVintage]

Thanks Jacob!

[@csclose]

OMGOSH! I LOVE this!!!! Thank-you so much for this video!

[@gloriafields4328]

WOW !! Another great video. Thanks guys !!

[@JamiRayVintage]

Thank Gloria!

[@lifeofjess27]

Thanks for the details on the sprayer. I just got my compressor, so I can finally spray that vanity! I'll keep you posted. :)

[@JamiRayVintage]

Awesome! Can’t wait to see it!

[@somersimmons2322]

My harbor freight sprayer is spitting the paint I have the 3 to 1 ratio in the hopper not sure what I'm doing wrong

[@wendymaddock7705]

Love 💕 the colour and looks great finishes xx 😘

[@Annabelle-ve2vq]

Beautiful piece you guys do great work 👍

[@labamuss]

Hi Very Cool, God Gives You Health, You Are Happy

[@marywest2896]

man that has turned out NICE!!!

[@airizarry12]

Great transformation Jami and Zeb, ugly duckling to Swan :)

[@judiyoung3767]

What a transformation! Love it You two. 😀

[@JamiRayVintage]

Thank you!

[@kimberlydrake6676]

Wow just beautiful and spray chalk paint🙌🏻 I need to watch video on straining! I have the gun..so exciting!

[@glutenfreerecipe]

Love your ideas!

[@lynettenobles7642]

Drexel is a great brand. Also, any Lexington or Thomasville. I have a horribly ugly 1980s hutch, table, cane backed chairs that I am painting. It was made in Taiwan, but it will sell great once it is white. So, d ont fear the sprayer/brush! Tune out the naysayers!!

[@mariaborracci733]

I absolutely love this project well done 👍

[@JamiRayVintage]

Thank you!

[@jjohnson8081]

love the finish look!

[@JamiRayVintage]

Thanks! ❤️

[@kellywhitley3516]

Great video, you guys. Thanks!

[@bettysadlier8708]

That is so gorgeous love love love it

[@JamiRayVintage]

Thanks!

[@carlcox7332]

I bet your grass has a nice flat sheen to it lol. I hate trying to find a perfect spot to clean out painting tools. Usually kick up a bunch of mulch behind some hedges to clean everything out then kick it back over the spot to hide it

[@MRCHRISTOPHERWILSON]

Thanks guys! This was great

[@elizabethsmith9653]

So beautiful !

[@bonniemankins6172]

Love it you guys do such beautiful work

[@JamiRayVintage]

Thank you Bonnie!

[@catherined8911]

You both are so awesome!

[@JamiRayVintage]

❤️❤️

[@barbarad.517]

Beautiful!

[@JamiRayVintage]

Thanks!

[@lornashandmadesoaps7034]

Nice. Thanks for sharing.

[@donnaketz6542]

Gorgeous!💗

[@JamiRayVintage]

Thanks!

[@georgeanacook7485]

I love this !

[@JamiRayVintage]

❤️

[@Catssonii]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Just wow, beautiful!

[@JamiRayVintage]

Thanks Maddie!

[@Sabrinicoles]

Beautiful!!

[@JamiRayVintage]

Thanks!

[@pattycarosi9618]

So you did not prime it first, is that because it wasn't shinny? I think it turned out beautiful! You are both amazing!

[@JamiRayVintage]

No priming or sanding. We cleaned it down with soapy water and started painting.

[@DB_DB_DB]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@megacutegirl09]

Beautiful 😍

[@dragonman80917]

So I was wondering what size of air compressor do you guys use for painting ?

[@handylady8015]

6 gallon

[@jameslang1288]

Another outstanding job, great work Zeb. Could you have used boards (in dinnermint) instead of the glass to put the displays on.

[@JamiRayVintage]

Yes, we were going to make some bead board shelving but Zeb ran out of time and since the glass shelves were in good shape we just used those.

[@jameslang1288]

Thanks for the reply, I know what its like when you run out of time, Great job though.

[@janelow2613]

That looks great 👍 Xxx Janie Dundee

[@DeanHone]

Hi there ..... have been checking out some of your spray painting video's of late and wondering if there is anything you might recommend for painting like pre filtering paint and any paint types you prefer for spraying? Still 3 to 1 ratio. Cheers

[@lynettenobles7642]

How about bun feet on the bottom of a hutch top? Then the base can be.a tv cabinet or buffet. Your thoughts on source for bun feet.

[@ShivahnK21]

I just painted a huge table and 4 chairs and now seeing this realize how badly I need a sprayer! I looked at the link you put up and wondered if I should get the Amazon frequently bought together 3 items. I don't even know if that's a compressor or if I need those filters. It says nothing about gallons and I'm lost lol! I'd have to learn all of it!

[@JamiRayVintage]

I would get at least an 8 gallon compressor. We have a playlist specifically on spraying the paint and how to set up the spray gun. 👍 kzbin.info/aero/PLprcXWqGeBKhlfJjGDODEV2XgHqY7WcK3

[@ShivahnK21]

You are a life saver! I told my husband I had to get the or you use so I can watch your videos to learn! Thank you!

[@promortal8596]

Hey guys. How far out are you turning that bottom air inlet nozzle out? If I was to seat it..how many turns out. And where about do you keep your side pattern +/- knob turned? Thanks and keep them coming!

[@JamiRayVintage]

Zen turns the fittings down until he can’t get any more turns. We spray at about 65 psi

[@promortal8596]

@@JamiRayVintage oh..in this video he says he runs about 90 psi and the bottom knob looks pretty far out and loose 🤔 I'll fool with it and see. Just didn't want to waste any paint as much as I could help. Thank you guys

[@JamiRayVintage]

Depends on the paint. DIY paint is thicker so we run higher air pressure. But most chalk type paints can be sprayed around 65 psi

[@NotTooShabbyPatti]

I finally got my compressor and spraygun running! (Yay!) There is a little bit of a learning curve and I wanted to know if you let out all the air from the tank every day and drain the water from the bottom or is that just for storage if you're not going to use it for a while?

[@JamiRayVintage]

I drain the water about once a month. If you’re in a humid area you may need to do it more often.

[@michelleled05]

What size of compressor do you reccomend ?

[@ChristianDad717]

Did you have to refill the paint for this hutch?

[@sandravargas9096]

Love your work just Beautiful!! 😍New Subscriber! I have a hutch that I'm thinking about painting with the Rust-Oleum Linen White. I'm a beginner but would like to know is it necessary to have to use a "Wax "or "Clear Coat" afterwards?

[@JamiRayVintage]

You don’t have to but most chalk type paints are deactivated when they get wet so it wouldn’t be easy to clean if you needed to later if you don’t seal it.

[@MadIndian315]

Hi, Do you guys do any prep to the Furniture (Sanding, Primer, etc)? Please & Thank You!

[@JamiRayVintage]

We clean the pieces. If they are really shiny (can see your reflection in them) we sometimes do a light sand with 220 grit to knock the shine off. But generally we just clean and start painting. The DIY paint we use sticks to just about anything. jamirayvintage.com/collections/diy-paint-and-finishes

[@little_misscrafty]

Hi Zeb, do you do the doors sides manually ? Beutiful cupboard and colour, so fresh and happy for the spring.

[@JamiRayVintage]

On this one there was enough gap between the doors that I got good coverage on the sides. If we aren’t painting the insides and we don’t get good coverage we come back through and brush the sides. -Zeb

[@little_misscrafty]

Hi Jami & Zeb, thank you both for explaining and for the quick reply. Would love to watch you life, but is too late at night in uk.

[@pattir820]

I love it_

[@gingerlynnjohnson7854]

Thanks

[@deedeec102]

what size compressor do I need to spray chalk paint

[@Joseph1212121]

Hello, Love your project!!! You didn't use chicken wire. What is the wire that you used? I couldn't hear it clear on the video. Thanks so much for all your videos.

[@JamiRayVintage]

In the garden section of most hardware stores.

[@malverdetx8582]

Can you tell me what size compressor you use? I remember you saying that you started with an 8 gallon compressor, but the 8 gallon ones that I’ve seen at harbor freight are not recommended for spraying.

[@JamiRayVintage]

We have a 60 gallon husky compressor. The HVLP guns at harbor freight recommend a 30 gallon compresssor.

[@carolesobrio8800]

What did you seal it with?

[@kellyholzworth5866]

Awesome video! What compressor are you using?

[@JamiRayVintage]

We have a 60 gallon Husky compressor now. I used an 8 gallon husky compressor when we first started spraying. It worked well but it ran so much to keep up with the airflow requirements that it died after a year.

[@darciacowart3387]

Okay, Jeb, on the spraying and climate tips? I'm on the Coast. so we have a lot of pollen right now. And for a few months the sand flys. These little tiny nats. How would I avoid them getting on my piece and sticking to it? Or the pollen? Also what do you put down under your piece? Plastic? On the cement? How do you do the top? I know you have a dry climate and we have humidity year round. Just wondering how that effects the paint and drying stage. Thanks!!!!!!

[@JamiRayVintage]

It may take it longer to dry because of the humidity. And in the summer, when I spray outside I occasionally get bugs in the finish. But, since I distress I usually don’t sweat it. I’ve used a spray booth in my garage in the past that has worked great. You can get inexpensive ones on amazon. We have a very large canvas drop cloth under the piece when we spray. As far as finishing the top goes, if it isn’t finished by the original manufacturer, like tops and backs, I usually don’t finish it either.

[@darciacowart3387]

Excellent advice!

[@NildeWoz]

I know you poly'd the cabinet, but did you sand inbetween coats? I thought you mentioned that you did 2 coats of poly on this hutch.

[@JamiRayVintage]

No sanding in between. Sometimes we buff the last coat with 400 grit sanding sponge.

[@NildeWoz]

@@JamiRayVintage one more question..If I shelac the base of my table before I chalk paint do I need to sand it prior to spraying it with chalk paint If I use shellac? Also can I use shellac in my spray gun?

[@JamiRayVintage]

You shouldn’t need to sand it unless it gets really shiny after you shellac it. You can spray shellac from a paint sprayer. I prefer to just get the spray cans of shellac.

[@daibach4651]

Great job. Would you water down water based polyutherane in the spray gun?

[@JamiRayVintage]

I only do that if I’m spraying outside and it’s around 100 degrees. Seems to help it level before it dries. Not much water. Maybe a couple of oz in a 20 oz hopper.

[@daibach4651]

@@JamiRayVintage thanks 👍

[@idas2897]

I'm planning on buying a paint sprayer just like the one you have, but there are options for the size nozzle; 1, 1.4, 1.7 and 2. Which size nozzle do u use the majority of the time for the chalk paint and what size nozzle do u use for the polycrylic? do u use separate sized nozzles for them?

[@JamiRayVintage]

Great question! 1.4 is the size we find works best with the paints we use and liquid sealers.

[@idas2897]

Thank you very much. Love the videos! Keep posting and showing people how it's done.

[@SimplyOrganizedMeg]

We are going to be painting our kitchen cabinets soon and wanted to spray. Would you recommend this sprayer for a project like that or a more expensive one?

[@JamiRayVintage]

I used this sprayer on our kitchen cabinets a couple months back. Worked great. 👍 This is a video on how we did all the prep and painting. I start spraying at about 11:40 in the video. -Zeb kzbin.info/www/bejne/h2TYoZ6JeJKHp8k

[@SimplyOrganizedMeg]

Thank you!

[@suzanwoodke2900]

Jami and Zeb, I notice you guys spray all of your big pieces outside, how in the world do you keep the bugs off???

[@JamiRayVintage]

There aren’t many bugs where we live so it hasn’t been a problem. Occasionally we do get a small bug in the paint but it’s usually not a problem once we distress the piece.

[@designcentralbymichellebou1049]

Love all your furniture! So I spray paint most of my furniture that I sell. I use chalk paint. However I will be trying DIY soon. Anyway I tried poly acrylic from minwax in my sprayer and it was very bumpy. My sprayer was set at 90 psi. I would like to find something I can get at my local store that I can spray for quick turn over. I love wax but takes forever. . What am I doing wrong? Is it the product or the operator lol. My paint turns out beautiful but not the top coat. I do some farm house furniture but I also do midcentury modern and need a smooth finish . Help !

[@JamiRayVintage]

Turn your pressure down to 50-55 psi. Play with that. At 90 psi your spraying more air than liquid and it’s drying out before it can self level. Also, spray in the shade. Spraying in direct sunlight can cause it to dry out too quickly and be rough.

[@designcentralbymichellebou1049]

Jami Ray Vintage Ok I will try that.

[@kindredcottagelife]

OK so since this video was made over a year ago, do you still mix the Sweet Pickens topcoat the same way with nine parts topcoat plus one part water?

[@JamiRayVintage]

Only if it’s really hot outside. Over 90. Otherwise we just spray it straight without adding water.

[@kindredcottagelife]

Jami Ray Vintage thank you so much!!! I’m in Florida, in a hot garage with a temperature almost reaching that temp! I’m also fighting some humidity, So that’s a great bit of info! Thank you- you’re the best!

[@lauren_vlach]

can you link a video where you mix/ strain your paint so you can use it in the sprayer?

[@JamiRayVintage]

kzbin.info/aero/PLprcXWqGeBKhlfJjGDODEV2XgHqY7WcK3

[@franciscobrambila4089]

Do you have a water trap attached to your compressor?

[@JamiRayVintage]

I don’t. It’s very dry here in Utah and I just drain the tank once a month. If you’re in a humid area it’s a good idea to use a water trap filtration system.

[@nicolecosola9624]

Zeb which air compressor are you using, does it matter which one i buy for a project like this?

[@JamiRayVintage]

I started spraying paint with a Husky 8 gallon compressor. That’s a little small but it will work. I now have a 60 gallon Husky compressor. It does 11.5 scfm @ 90 psi

[@Joseph1212121]

Hardware Cloth? Zeb mentioned it again : ) Where do you buy it? Do you have anyone selling your paint in San Antonio, Texas? Thanks!

[@JamiRayVintage]

V Guzek, in the garden section of most hardware stores. It’s primarily used for keeping small critters out of plants. 😊

[@camilledammasch3648]

It’s basically 10mm aviary mesh I think

[@gingerlynnjohnson7854]

What size hardware cloth do you normally use? 1/8, 1/4 ?

[@JamiRayVintage]

Ours has 1/2” squares.

[@sharonmcduffiealabama3928]

Spraying is using less paint too right? Just one coat?

[@JamiRayVintage]

Typically it uses less for us. Plus you also water the paint down to spray it so it’s not full strength.

[@sharonmcduffiealabama3928]

@@JamiRayVintage Ya. It goes a long wsy adding water. 😊

[@marylesueur868]

Question....so I LOVE the color of a chalk color I bought. But when I sealed it in polyacrylic it darkened the color and I hate it. But I love the color Un-sealed. BUT I want the color for my table legs so those need sealed. Am I just out of luck? Help?

[@JamiRayVintage]

The color will usually deepen when sealed. you could try using wax instead of a liquid sealer and see if that keeps it closer to the color it is now. Maybe try some test spots that are inconspicuous with liquid sealer and wax and see what you like better.

[@marylesueur868]

Jami Ray Vintage good idea thanks :)

[@yellowdaisy2473]

What compressor do you use

[@JamiRayVintage]

I started out with an 8 gallon husky compressor and used that for a year. Then I got a 60 gallon husky compressor that I’ve been using since.

[@kdiverdown]

Can I use an electric sprayer with the same 3:1 ratio?

[@JamiRayVintage]

Yes it should work. You may have to tweak the ratios just a little depending on how powerful the sprayer is but not much.

[@kdiverdown]

Jami Ray Vintage - thank you! I have a HUGE armoire to paint!

[@kaykirby3208]

How many times did you refill

[@JamiRayVintage]

No refills.

[@lolitabonita08]

what brand of sealer do u use? thanks!

[@JamiRayVintage]

This is what we use on our bigger pieces and what we use to spray in our HVLP sprayer. jamirayvintage.com/products/top-coat-sweet-pickins It has a nice matte finish like a wax and it’s very durable.

[@juliemarie1116]

ZEB gets the kudos*

[@sandraleishman878]

Nice but prefer the glass.

[@lolitabonita08]

what type of compressor do u use?? 150 psi cake type perhaps?

[@JamiRayVintage]

I have a big 60 gallon compressor. When we first started spraying Zeb used a cake compressor but it didn’t have a big enough tank and we had to take lots of breaks while the compressor caught up. After the little compressor we used a 10 gallon for about a year, spraying on average 10 pieces a week with it. It would keep up but had to run the whole time so it only lasted a year with such heavy use.

[@lolitabonita08]

thank u so much for the info...i have a cake type compressor...and i think i have to make a couple of pieces, sell them and have the money to buy a bigger compressor....i need money asap so it is time to go to work on furniture for sale. Thank you for all the info you guys are great together...

[@JamiRayVintage]

That’s the way we started. You got this!

[@lolitabonita08]

thank u... i need the money to buy and fix a van so i can make it my home...sad that at my age i have to go homeless...but i will take it as an adventure....

[@lorie1111]

Jami, please can you answer a question about the pieces that you sell at the gift shop? I have recently started refinishing furniture and putting it for sale at a friends store, I and wondering how do we figure out how to split the sale? I do all the picking/buying and hardware, repairs, delivering and refinishing of the piece but she supplies me with the chalk paint, wax and a place to sell it.

[@JamiRayVintage]

I rent my space for a flat fee every month and then I pay a percentage of everything I sale in commission to the shop. You’ll just have to figure out what’s fair for you. Every shop has a different percentage.

[@lorie1111]

Does 60% sound like a reasonable number?

[@JamiRayVintage]

A lot of consignment shops do a 60/40 split. If you aren’t paying rent it might not be a bad idea. It’s too high for me personally but I sell quite a bit of volume so it’s better to pay rent and have a lower commission for me.

[@lorie1111]

Jami Ray Vintage ok thank you, I just want to make sure it is fair for both of us and I wasn’t exactly sure. I had heard about the 60/40 percent on sales before so that’s why I asked. Love your stuff and love seeing your videos, keep up the great work.😊

[@JamiRayVintage]

Than Thanks! Good luck in your endeavor!

[@MrBarrytommy]

Could not spray outside so close to neighbours where I am

[@sandraleishman878]

Do you paint the top of the cabinet?

[@JamiRayVintage]

Whether spraying or brushing we typically don’t finish areas on a piece of furniture that the manufacturer doesn’t finish. Maybe if it was low and going to be seen we might hit it with a coat of paint but not in this case.

[@sandraleishman878]

Jami Ray Vintage ok, just checking.

[@pineappletop8751]

What about the inside?

[@JamiRayVintage]

We left it dark for contrast

[@gayle2020]

I didnt like that hutch at all and started not to watch. I LOVE the finished product and the color is gorgeous. Ya never know !!!

[@JamiRayVintage]

Thanks for hanging in there! I’ve been trying to figure out what to do with this hutch for two months. Someone gave it to us so they didn’t have to haul it to the dump. 😂 I’m glad I didn’t say no.

[@pgreca100]

Ma la polvere?

[@csclose]

OMGOSH! I LOVE this!!!! Thank-you so much for this video!