As you can see it doesn’t take much getting used to and very easy to use – but remember not to spray weeds with a mist too fine in windy conditions as a herbicide in the lungs is not good! So always aim on the cautious side, and with Creocote I don’t care how rough it looks, I let it spurt out – there’s no way I am ingesting those fumes again. I felt really rough even though I wore a mask. So now I let it squirt out and run. No problem with that. I do not set the nozzle fine: Some fence sprayers are quite specific about the type of paint they can be used with, and this can really limit you. Especially if you already have some paint that you’re hoping to use. Oil-based stains can be corrosive to the internal parts of a sprayer. You should look for a sprayer that mentions it has chemical resistant internal parts. Cleaning the sprayer well after each use will help make it last longer. Tips for Pump Sprayers Conventional/compressed: This type of paint sprayer uses an air compressor to push paint through its tip. These sprayers are affordable and can spray a large area. However, it can be difficult to control how much paint comes out of them, which can leave you with a spotty paint job.

You’ll want to consider the noise level of the sprayer’s motor, especially if you’re spraying indoors in an enclosed space. HVLP sprayers are the quietest, while gas-powered airless sprayers are the loudest. Pressure Control They’re also the more expensive, and because of their power, they may be harder to control for beginners or for finer detailed work. Horsepower measures how powerful the sprayer’s engine is. The more powerful the sprayer, the more paint it can spray. The amount of paint a sprayer can spray is called flow rate, and it’s measured in gallons per minute or GPM. TipIn essence, handheld airless sprayers can be a great tool for bigger projects requiring a smooth, even finish. There’s a problem with this though. Look at the picture and you see all the other components are plastic 🤔. You know that tells me the only purpose is to reduce leaks. You can’t connect a high quality brass to a cheaper plastic fitting and call the product higher quality surely? There’s definitely some contradiction going on there – please feel free to message in if there’s any logic behind that (@manufacturer).

However, they are larger, with more powerful motors designed to handle bigger, professional-grade projects. In summary, professional airless sprayers can be fantastic tools for large or frequent painting or staining projects, offering fast, even coverage.For those with an air compressor on hand, the NEIKO HVLP Spray Gun reaps all the benefits of the electric conventional spray guns but combined with the versatility of using an air compressor. Users are able to adjust both the pressure and paint flow. You’ll want to consider tank size, too. If you need to use a lot of paint or stain, opt for a paint sprayer with a large tank so you won’t have to stop and refill it frequently. This results in a very fine finish, making HVLP sprayers ideal for detailed work and precision tasks.