Hi mate, just stumbled across your videos excellent work.Im a decorator from West Wales and want to purchase a sprayer, but nervous about it . Thanks Andrew
Hey Andrew, thanks for the kind feedback, great to hear from a fellow decorator.. I understand the nervous feeling about spraying, we’ve all been there. Go for it, don’t give up, and you won’t look back.. Some go for a handheld or a ‘diy’ unit as a first sprayer but my advice is you won’t get the full experience.. The Graco handheld for example is awesome, but it’s for small / touch up jobs to compliment the bigger sprayers.. I’d look at the Graco GX.. sprayers, they’re not as expensive as their bigger counterparts, and they’re aimed at the professional, spraying decorative coatings, that’s not spraying all day every day.. Best of luck and keep in touch.. I’m always available to answer questions the best I can 👍💯
@@PaintHQ Thanks so much for your advice, wished you lived near by lol. I’ve been looking at the Graco Ff , only a matter of time before I take the plunge.Will subscribe to your channel 👍
Another great job. All in 1 day? How long for paint to dry. Also, been looking at the GX FF, could you do furniture with it too? Sorry for so many questions. Really enjoying your videos, very inspirational
Hey Steve.. Thanks my friend.. Yes, completed in 1 day.. a ceiling project such as this can be prepped, masked, mist coated and 2 top coats, all in 1 day.. Masking is very quick with practice and a 3M Hand Masker helps. The mist coat sucks into the new plaster super quick, the first full coat can pretty much follow. Then after around 2 hours I spray another coat.. It is possible to be even quicker and ‘cross hatch’ the final coat straight away (I’m just in no rush 😆).. That’s the advantage of spraying, with a roller you would drag the paint and spoil the finish by adding texture if it’s not perfectly dry.. No problem at all with the questions.. The Graco GXFF is a great versatile machine, I’m very much a fan.. Yes you could spray furniture, with the right setup.. Product selection, FFLP spray tips, spraying at the lowest possible pressure with a nice fan pattern, making sure you move quick enough.. the finish is excellent 👌 ..If furniture spraying was all you was doing, then a HVLP setup might suit.. This is different technology, using a high volume of air from a compressor or turbine to atomise the paint.. A negative is, you’ll have to thin the paint with ‘decorative / architectural’ higher viscosity coatings.. Hope this helps.. feel free to ask away and I’ll do my best to answer 😊 ..Regards Pete
Hi Pete I noticed on one of your vlogs you using a 7.5 metre hose line (3/16) I've got Graco 390 it comes with a hose slightly thicker 15 m long hose I'm wondering do you normally use the shorter lesser diameter hose and what's the pros for use a hopper compared to just putting the syphon tube straight into the material your feedback is very much appreciated still haven't taken machine out of the box yet😀 but buying all sorts of HEA tips, masking tape after watching you
Hi Martyn, always a pleasure to hear from you.. yeah I’m a big fan of using the smaller hose setup (7.5m 3/16”) along with a hopper kit.. basically for the Classic / ST Max line of sprayers, it’s known as a Graco Airless Finishing Kit.. www.sprayman.co.uk/product/19b968 The smaller hose setup is just so much more manoeuvrable and it’s surprising how far you can reach around a project.. going room to room. The Finishing Kit also comes with a 1/8” whip hose, I believe to be one of the smallest diameter shoe lace whip hoses on the market.. Another benefit of the smaller setup, along with the hopper, it takes a smaller amount of material to prime the system / hose and get spraying.. faster clean up too It’s time to get your lovely 390 sprayer out the box my friend 😆 ..I’m more than happy to help and advise all I can.. really appreciate your kind words supporting the channel, all the very best.. regards Pete
Thanks for the comment, I appreciate the support.. Haha 😆 yeah that can happen 🙈 ..Although I was quietly confident because I only eased them down enough to spray, the spring clips remained in place (hope that makes sense) 😊 ..Thanks again, feel free to comment or ask questions anytime.. all the best.. Pete 👍
Great question my friend.. both brands have made a real breakthrough in airless spraying, especially in domestic / furnished properties.. the ability to spray at much lower pressure, have less bounce back and control overspray is a winner.. it all depends what is being sprayed, I’m finding myself using the HEA 515 more often and being able to achieve a nice fan at that bit lower pressure Vs LP tips.. keep in touch buddy, great to have your input on the channel.. regards Pete
Hello. My question is. I have a Wagner 250M and spraying with tip 517. Problem I have I'm using speed 4 and all room is in like mist of paint in air. Everything covered and also myself. Paint falls down like rain. How to prevent this happening and stop making room so messy. All is foiled of course but floor is like on winter. Please help. I'm starting spraying now and would like to understand logic. Thank You. Rafal.
Hi Rafal, thanks for watching and your contribution to the channel.. I’m happy to help.. You might benefit from a HEA 515 tip, rather than a 517 tip.. You often see me using a 515, the .015 size will slow down the flow.. not sure if you’ve seen this video.. ruclips.net/video/3Mlzp37Uepg/видео.html I use a Wagner TradeTip 3 Tip Holder 7/8” that will fit your gun and will take a Wagner HEA ProTip 515.. these are Pro grade spray tips (rounded in appearance, rather than hexagon shape, which are ControlPro proprietary tips.. All this said, I’m not sure what material (emulsion) you’re spraying, I’m guessing it’s not too thick, or you’ve thinned because speed 4, you’re not flat out (5).. Or have you thinned too much and now the pressure is too high 😆 ..I say that because it sounds like the emulsion is ‘bouncing back’ off the ceiling / walls, causing the mess you’re referring to... Or maybe you’re too close to the ceiling / wall.. aim for approx 12” away from the object and keep the gun square, moving relatively quick 👍 Sometimes it could be the emulsion, some off the shelf decorative paints are not geared to spray nice (they still suit a brush / roller more).. I’m putting a video out Sunday morning that shows with the right setup and emulsion, you really can spray very clean 👍 Hope this helps, keep going my friend you’ll get there and I’ll help all I can.. take a look at the above video link, hope that helps too.. regards Pete 🎨💯
@@PaintHQ Hi Pete. I'm using paint MacPherson Vinyl Matt. Quite thick but I add a bit water to make it smooth as it's like yogurt. Probably You are right I can use different paint and see what's happening? I have seen you have used Tikkurilla AR2. Also not suppose is something on the market like connector adaptor connecting 7/8 thread of Wagner to standard Graco thread hose? I'm asking because I have straight gun for connecting to internal paint feeding roller. Thank You.
Hey buddy.. ah unfortunately the ControlPro hose connections are low pressure proprietary fittings.. it’s to stop someone using a lower pressure ControlPro hose on a ‘higher rated’ spray machine, it wouldn’t handle the pressure and could be dangerous.. this video touches on that subject ruclips.net/video/3Mlzp37Uepg/видео.html However if the pressure / inner feed roller has a 7/8” gun fitting, it will fit the regular HEA gun.. but you wouldn’t be able to use an in-line gun with a ControlPro sprayer unfortunately.. regular guns with a pressure / inner feed roller are slightly uncomfortable’ but do still work effectively 👍 hope this helps my friend.. regards Pete
I know exactly what your talking about . The best set up to prevent very very very little over spray , and even better than these Wagner tips is a flat tip set up . Not a reverse tip , fflp, lp,rac x, none of those ….. a straight old school flat tip with the cone filter and round tip ..you will not have any dry fall ….. watch a video from a RUclipsr named mike the painter or mikethepainter that’s the set up and it’s pretty much no overspray . That guy knows His stuff when it comes to spraying
What's the smallest size ceiling would u spray keep the videos coming I've just invested in a budget sprayer I did my first job with it so much time saved and the finish is really good how do you price a job I work as a handyman but I'm getting more interest from my customers about spraying thank you
Great question my friend 💯 to be honest I’d spray all ceilings, small or large.. and it’s something I recommend to anyone, especially those that might apprehensive about spraying.. as you’ve found, it’s so much less laborious and taxing on the body and the results are always amazing.. pricing wise, I typically price as I would have done historically as a Painter and Decorator, like any tradesman going on how many days it would take to complete.. if for example, it’s a small bathroom ceiling.. to mask up / protect and spray, I would take a day and I’m never in any rush.. I’m happy to take my time and when the job is done and the masking is removed.. spend sone time cleaning up after other trades, making everywhere nice 😆 This ceiling was sprayed with a budget / DIY sprayer.. a Wagner 250M.. it was a small bathroom ceiling.. ruclips.net/video/3Mlzp37Uepg/видео.html Then this one is using the Graco Handheld.. It’s a small bathroom with half height tiles ruclips.net/video/9gJxe0b857o/видео.html I’m a big fan of this pump, but I don’t typically recommend it as a sole machine.. really it’s to compliment the bigger sprayers.. Which sprayer is it you’re using if you don’t mind me asking?.. I’m really glad you’ve found the benefits of spraying, it is very satisfying and very rewarding.. I’m also thankful you’ve found my channel, please keep in contact, it’s great to have your contribution.. I’m more than happy to help any way I can, I try to cover handyman projects too.. such as drywall repairs, that cross over to the painting world.. I’d appreciate your input 💯 all the best.. Pete
Ciao complimenti per il video, sono un applicatore anch'io ma nei colorifici non riesco a trovare la macchinetta specifica per i teli in nailon può dirmi dove posso acquistarla e il nome specifico? Provo a guardare su Amazon grazie in anticipo
ciao Nicolò, scusa amico mio, non ho capito bene la traduzione 😆 ..è dove puoi acquistare il film plastico?.. sei in Italia?.. potrei aver trovato il film di 99" su 'Amazon Italia' www.amazon.it/Hand-Masker-MF99-Masking-Film-Trasparente/dp/B000ELV3WE/ref=mp_s_a_1_18?crid=1CHRJT0MNDCJM&keywords=3M+AMF99&qid=1665086258&sprefix=3m+amf99%2Caps%2C98&sr=8- 18 il codice è 3M AMF99 ..spero che questo aiuti.. saluti Pete 🙏
Hi im looking to buy a sprayer to paint my house . Just a question can just use normal crown or dulux Matt emulsion thinned down or do need special paint ? Also how much would you thin down the top coat if im using a Wagner 350m? Thanks
Hello my friend.. apologies for my delayed reply.. in theory, yes you can use ‘normal’ emulsion, it’s not a special paint.. typically an emulsion that can also be brushed and rolled.. however, some products / brands can be airless sprayed better than others.. certainly ‘cheap’ Crown ‘contract’ paint doesn’t respond well.. dulux should go through.. I find a dilution 10% max, using warm water helps lower the viscosity and ease for airless spraying.. I tend to use a 515 tip, if using a 517.. try undiluted first, then add water to a max 10%.. the 350m should handle spraying an emulsion quite well 👍 ..let me know how you get on, happy to help anytime, I’ll always get back to you 👍 keep in touch.. regards Pete 🙏
I believe the 350M comes with a 311, I’d use that.. Cuprinol is relatively thin (lower viscosity), the .011 orifice will let out less paint Vs a .017 ..I’m spraying Cuprinol in this video, using a 210.. the 311 will be the best match for you without having to buy another tip 😆 Graco GXFF Cordless. GXFF Cordless Airless Paint Sprayer Setup & Spray ruclips.net/video/-2csc1QTy0g/видео.html
Sorry to keep hassling you buddy I’m after some advice I sprayed some doors and frames today doors where hung I must have hit the top corner of the door twice once when doing the door second time as I went round the frame so two doors have a run 😫 do you always remove doors for spraying or do you do the doors first then mask to do the frames
Hello my friend, it’s no problem at all.. Yeah I remove doors 👍 ..My only exception is if using clear lacquer on heavy oak fire doors, only because the lacquer is so forgiving.. if they’re being sprayed white, then they would have to come off.. I feel for you buddy, getting a couple of runs, but you’ll sort it and the end result will be awesome 💯.. drop me a message any time 👍
@@PaintHQ cheers buddy I’ll get it sorted not a lot of room to work in on my job and six doors but only two to re do not sure if I can touch it in with the hand held but no drama to remove and re do thanks for the advice buddy it greatly appreciated go easy 👍🏻👍🏻
Another great video is the SP80 any good buddy for example is it ok to mask carpets before spraying atm I use Q1 the yellow stand tape for carpets and on the hand masker 👍🏻
Appreciate that buddy.. I do rate SP80 and order equal quantities of Q1 and SP80.. I have confidently used it to mask carpet, but if I had both in my kit I would marginally choose Q1 yellow 👍
You’re very welcome, thanks for the kind words of support.. The sprayer was the Graco 395 👍 ..Feel free to comment if you have any questions, I’ll always do my best to help.. Regards Pete
just about to delve into the world of spraying and couldn't have discovered your channel at a better time. brilliant videos and so helpful. lovely lovely work.
That’s very kind of you to say Joe 💯 ..Feel free to ask any questions, I’ll always get back to you and do my very best to help.. Have you purchased a sprayer yet, or do you have an eye on one?.. Thanks again for the support my friend.. Regards Pete 😊👌
@@PaintHQ Thanks Pete not yet. Its between the GX21 or FF which are just shy of 1000 euro here in Ireland. Or pay a bit more for a 390 or395. is there a "do it all" model in your opinion that would cover walls/ceilings, doors/trim and kitchen cabinets ?
I do very much rate the GX models.. These are aimed at painter and decorator professionals or a DIYer wanting the full airless experience.. I particularly like the GX21 with a hopper kit (known as a GX21FF).. It has a bigger pump than the GXFF.. like I say it’s a GX21 with its warranty intact, but modified. You can easily and quickly change between hopper and siphon mode.. if you think there’s potential to be spraying all day every day, like on site, then the 390 is great.. but I’d stretch a bit further to a 395. For the extra outlay you get a bigger pump and SmartControl (regulates pressure).. Not sure It’s possible to deal with SpraymanUK from Ireland, if you can give them a call and speak to Mike.. His knowledge is the best in the industry.. (I’m not sponsored by them to say that 😊).. Please keep in touch, I’ll help you on your spray journey all I can and it’s a pleasure to hear from Ireland 🇮🇪💯👌😆
Just subscribed because I really like your videos. I'm a decorator and also going to venture into my first spray equipment. I won't be doing massive refurbs and new builds so was thinking about the Graco GX21 for walls and ceiling and also a cordless Graco ultra Max for detailing/smaller areas. If I'm way off the mark with this I'd appreciate your advice on what you'd look at for a first time buy. Keep up the great work.
Hi Martin, you’re so kind thank you very much.. great to hear from a fellow decorator and someone wishing to delve into the wonderful world of spraying.. great choice with a GX21, the GX range is aimed at the domestic painter and decorator.. perhaps invest in a hopper (the complete kit can be purchased as a GX21FF from SpraymanUK).. the hopper makes it so much easier to spray smaller amounts of material and a faster clean up.. this is a relevant video.. GX21FF Conversion. Installing a Graco Airless Finishing Kit (Hopper Kit) ruclips.net/video/Hfcj2_GA7pA/видео.html Also great choice, complimenting the bigger pump with a handheld for small projects and touch ups.. the ‘Max’ version is only required if you’ll be spraying solvent / oil based, so the regular Ultra Handheld would be sufficient for WB only and save you a little money.. The Best Paint Sprayer. GRACO ULTRA HANDHELD. Painting Small Projects ruclips.net/video/6gsB90h_Gyo/видео.html Keep in touch my friend, be great to hear how you get on and I’m happy to help and advise if I can.. regards Pete
Thanks for your question Sam. I recommend giving them a go.. I think it’s worth having a selection of tips for various materials, not just sizes, but tips from other brands.. In this example I was able to spray Tikkurila AR2 on the ceiling at a lower pressure than I could with the Graco equivalent. It sprayed so clean, that’s why the gun was so clean, less bounce back.. No paint in my eyes 😆
ust about to delve into the world of spraying and couldn't have discovered your channel at a better time. brilliant videos and so helpful. lovely lovely work.
Hey Robert, really appreciate your kind words of support.. so glad you're embracing spraying, anything I can do to help you on your journey, feel free to reach out.. happy to help and advise if I can.. regards Pete
Hi thx for vid. How long do u leave 2nd coat before pulling the tape? How come no storing gun in water overnight between jobs? I painted my fence with Contractor PC Compact over several days with it in water (still learning) Also what do you use to clean the tips/guard and gun for overspray?
Hey Jarrod, thanks for your question.. I pull the tape soon after finishing spraying.. don’t want to risk any paint bridging causing it to snag.. I hear of people storing guns in water overnight, I just prefer to flush it through, for how little time it takes to prevent any risk of damage 👍 ..here’s the tip storage and cleaning solution I use.. just a short video.. Wagner TipClean | Easy Way to Clean Your Airless Spray Tips ruclips.net/video/jqK7En6HWU0/видео.html Keep in touch my friend, always great to hear from you.. regards Pete
@@PaintHQ thanks for the reply Pete. Very helpful. The Wagner tip washer looks great. I saw your other vid about the Graco FF Cordless with hopper. I’m only a hobbyist, but dayum is that not a dream perfect kit for me. I will keep saving 😅 keep up the great work. I love how you look after your gear. Do you do anything to keep the gun looking so new?
You’re very welcome.. because I spray at relatively low pressure, the bounce back of paint Is minimal so that helps to keep the gun clean.. then I just wipe over the gun as part of the clean up 👍😆
Nicely done. That’s exactly how I’d have approached that ceiling, though i think I’d have stuck with the fflp tips. Good job you had no filling up to do on that new plaster 👌🏻
@@James-sf5bb try the HEA tips you won't use any other especially on ceilings I promise they are great no lap lines at all providing you set up properly with your pressure they generally atomise at 1000psi much less stress on your pump and they last longer than other high production tips such as rack x by Greco they atomise at about 1800 to 2000 psi and don't last long especially with a Matt emulsion it's very viscous hope this helps you in the future on jobs
@@johnthemod71 thank you for the input, I’ll give them a try for sure. It’s always good to hear other’s opinions on things as it definitely helps others out
Hey Gareth, it’s pro tip.. Wagner HEA ProTip, so you would also need the Wagner TradeTip 3 Tip Holder 👍 ..I admit, it can be confusing 😆 Same setup I use in this video.. Wagner Paint Sprayer Tips | How to Spray Paint Walls and Ceiling Different Colours ruclips.net/video/QIXCcJ3IIXM/видео.html
I know what you’re saying but it’s more to do with stopping / discouraging people using a ControlPro tip in a pro guard / with a pro setup.. it would be dangerous, pro setups operate at much higher pressure ..Hope this helps.. regards Pete
Hi Gareth, in terms of atomising paint and not comparing to fine finish tips.. you’re not going to see much difference in finish with a ControlPro tip Vs ProTip.. but the ProTip will last and produce results for longer 👍
Hello, good morning, very good video, it is perfectly understood what you want to demonstrate just by watching you work. What is your opinion of Graco, Titan and Wagner? Kind regards.
Hey Enrique, thank you so much for watching and the kind words.. very much appreciated my friend.. These Airless manufacturers that you list, all make very good professional grade pumps.. each has comparable rated products in each professional category.. From experience of using my Graco 395, I’m very happy with build quality and performance.. then for example Titan has its 440i, whilst I have no experience using one, I know it’s a well built machine that will work hard for you.. hope this helps a little.. are you thinking of purchasing an airless spray machine or do you currently own one?.. I’m more than happy to help any way I can.. really appreciate you engaging in the channel, keep in touch.. regards Pete 🎨💯
@@PaintHQ I asked your opinion of the 3 brands because I have read very different comments from other colleagues. Right now I have a Magnum Pro X9, Ultra 395 and Ultimate MX 795. I am interested in testing the HEA nozzles to compare them with the FFLP. Thanks for answering.
Ah nice, you’ve got some big Graco pumps there my friend 👏 very nice 👌👍 ..To use Wagner / Titan HEA tips, you need the Wagner TradeTip 3 Tip Holder 7/8” to fit the Graco spray gun (or any manufacturer 7/8” airless gun) ..Which will be able to take Wagner HEA ProTip / Titan TR1 HEA airless spray tips.. I do very much rate the HEA tips 👌💯 especially spraying emulsions at much lower pressure.. check out ruclips.net/video/QIXCcJ3IIXM/видео.html ..Keep in touch buddy.. regards Pete
Hey Rafal, no Graco LP (low pressure) tips are excellent my friend.. I’ve just been using the Wagner HEA 515 more and more.. basically HEA is the Wagner version of LP tips.. my opinion the spray pressure can be a little lower with Wagner HEA Vs Graco LP and as a result the atomisation is a bit courser, but that’s ok.. hope this helps, always great to hear from you.. feel free to ask questions anytime and let me know about any success you have.. regards Pete 🎨💯
You’re so kind, thank you.. you can cross hatch a ceiling to a finish (spray left to right then the other way, front to back).. which means little to no time waiting.. I choose just to have a break, a tidy up and a coffee ☕️😆 ..so yeah, I’m waiting approx an hour then I spray the ceiling in again before going in to take the masking down.. keep in touch, great to have your feedback on the channel.. regards Pete
Haha you’re right 😂 ..Yeah the walls were fully tiled, so 99” plastic was used.. ends up looking like a scene out of E.T. 👽🤣 ..what’s nice though spraying at such low pressure, is no paint bouncing back into the eyes.. sprays so clean.. thanks for your input on the channel, great to hear from you my friend 👍 ..regards Pete
@@PaintHQ Yes I understand that part .... I know low pressure is best if possible , you don't come home looking like a ghost ... I'm sure the ceiling came out great looking and that's what matters most
Thank you my friend.. it’s Deltec Gold around the grout line and green SP80 on the hand masker.. SP80 is about the same price as Q1 and I rate both equally. I tend to buy a supply of both and use whichever I have available on the hand masker 👍 All the best, regards Pete
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Hi mate, just stumbled across your videos excellent work.Im a decorator from West Wales and want to purchase a sprayer, but nervous about it . Thanks Andrew
Hey Andrew, thanks for the kind feedback, great to hear from a fellow decorator.. I understand the nervous feeling about spraying, we’ve all been there. Go for it, don’t give up, and you won’t look back.. Some go for a handheld or a ‘diy’ unit as a first sprayer but my advice is you won’t get the full experience.. The Graco handheld for example is awesome, but it’s for small / touch up jobs to compliment the bigger sprayers.. I’d look at the Graco GX.. sprayers, they’re not as expensive as their bigger counterparts, and they’re aimed at the professional, spraying decorative coatings, that’s not spraying all day every day.. Best of luck and keep in touch.. I’m always available to answer questions the best I can 👍💯
@@PaintHQ Thanks so much for your advice, wished you lived near by lol. I’ve been looking at the Graco Ff , only a matter of time before I take the plunge.Will subscribe to your channel 👍
You’re very welcome 😊 The GXFF is a great unit 👌 Thanks for the support buddy, appreciate it.. Let me know how you get on 👍
@@PaintHQ You will be the first to know , thanks again.👍
Hey Pete 👋
Good video again, does what it says on the tin, and find myself with no questions for a change 🤣
Hey buddy, always great to hear from you.. I’ll help answer anything you have if ever I’m able to 💯 ..All the best my friend..
Another great job. All in 1 day? How long for paint to dry. Also, been looking at the GX FF, could you do furniture with it too? Sorry for so many questions. Really enjoying your videos, very inspirational
Hey Steve.. Thanks my friend.. Yes, completed in 1 day.. a ceiling project such as this can be prepped, masked, mist coated and 2 top coats, all in 1 day.. Masking is very quick with practice and a 3M Hand Masker helps. The mist coat sucks into the new plaster super quick, the first full coat can pretty much follow. Then after around 2 hours I spray another coat.. It is possible to be even quicker and ‘cross hatch’ the final coat straight away (I’m just in no rush 😆).. That’s the advantage of spraying, with a roller you would drag the paint and spoil the finish by adding texture if it’s not perfectly dry..
No problem at all with the questions.. The Graco GXFF is a great versatile machine, I’m very much a fan.. Yes you could spray furniture, with the right setup.. Product selection, FFLP spray tips, spraying at the lowest possible pressure with a nice fan pattern, making sure you move quick enough.. the finish is excellent 👌
..If furniture spraying was all you was doing, then a HVLP setup might suit.. This is different technology, using a high volume of air from a compressor or turbine to atomise the paint.. A negative is, you’ll have to thin the paint with ‘decorative / architectural’ higher viscosity coatings..
Hope this helps.. feel free to ask away and I’ll do my best to answer 😊 ..Regards Pete
Hi Pete I noticed on one of your vlogs you using a 7.5 metre hose line (3/16) I've got Graco 390 it comes with a hose slightly thicker 15 m long hose I'm wondering do you normally use the shorter lesser diameter hose and what's the pros for use a hopper compared to just putting the syphon tube straight into the material your feedback is very much appreciated still haven't taken machine out of the box yet😀 but buying all sorts of HEA tips, masking tape after watching you
Hi Martyn, always a pleasure to hear from you.. yeah I’m a big fan of using the smaller hose setup (7.5m 3/16”) along with a hopper kit.. basically for the Classic / ST Max line of sprayers, it’s known as a Graco Airless Finishing Kit..
www.sprayman.co.uk/product/19b968
The smaller hose setup is just so much more manoeuvrable and it’s surprising how far you can reach around a project.. going room to room. The Finishing Kit also comes with a 1/8” whip hose, I believe to be one of the smallest diameter shoe lace whip hoses on the market..
Another benefit of the smaller setup, along with the hopper, it takes a smaller amount of material to prime the system / hose and get spraying.. faster clean up too
It’s time to get your lovely 390 sprayer out the box my friend 😆 ..I’m more than happy to help and advise all I can.. really appreciate your kind words supporting the channel, all the very best.. regards Pete
@@PaintHQ thanks for your comprehensive reply Pete👍 I edging closer to openingthe box 😂
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Thank you for watching, appreciate the support 💯
Looks great, I was just waiting on the plaster breaking when you popped the light back :)
Thanks for the comment, I appreciate the support.. Haha 😆 yeah that can happen 🙈
..Although I was quietly confident because I only eased them down enough to spray, the spring clips remained in place (hope that makes sense) 😊 ..Thanks again, feel free to comment or ask questions anytime.. all the best.. Pete 👍
Do you think these are better than Graco LP tips?
Great question my friend.. both brands have made a real breakthrough in airless spraying, especially in domestic / furnished properties.. the ability to spray at much lower pressure, have less bounce back and control overspray is a winner.. it all depends what is being sprayed, I’m finding myself using the HEA 515 more often and being able to achieve a nice fan at that bit lower pressure Vs LP tips.. keep in touch buddy, great to have your input on the channel.. regards Pete
Hello. My question is. I have a Wagner 250M and spraying with tip 517. Problem I have I'm using speed 4 and all room is in like mist of paint in air. Everything covered and also myself. Paint falls down like rain. How to prevent this happening and stop making room so messy. All is foiled of course but floor is like on winter. Please help. I'm starting spraying now and would like to understand logic. Thank You. Rafal.
Hi Rafal, thanks for watching and your contribution to the channel.. I’m happy to help.. You might benefit from a HEA 515 tip, rather than a 517 tip.. You often see me using a 515, the .015 size will slow down the flow.. not sure if you’ve seen this video..
ruclips.net/video/3Mlzp37Uepg/видео.html
I use a Wagner TradeTip 3 Tip Holder 7/8” that will fit your gun and will take a Wagner HEA ProTip 515.. these are Pro grade spray tips (rounded in appearance, rather than hexagon shape, which are ControlPro proprietary tips..
All this said, I’m not sure what material (emulsion) you’re spraying, I’m guessing it’s not too thick, or you’ve thinned because speed 4, you’re not flat out (5).. Or have you thinned too much and now the pressure is too high 😆 ..I say that because it sounds like the emulsion is ‘bouncing back’ off the ceiling / walls, causing the mess you’re referring to... Or maybe you’re too close to the ceiling / wall.. aim for approx 12” away from the object and keep the gun square, moving relatively quick 👍
Sometimes it could be the emulsion, some off the shelf decorative paints are not geared to spray nice (they still suit a brush / roller more).. I’m putting a video out Sunday morning that shows with the right setup and emulsion, you really can spray very clean 👍
Hope this helps, keep going my friend you’ll get there and I’ll help all I can.. take a look at the above video link, hope that helps too.. regards Pete 🎨💯
@@PaintHQ Hi Pete. I'm using paint MacPherson Vinyl Matt. Quite thick but I add a bit water to make it smooth as it's like yogurt. Probably You are right I can use different paint and see what's happening? I have seen you have used Tikkurilla AR2. Also not suppose is something on the market like connector adaptor connecting 7/8 thread of Wagner to standard Graco thread hose? I'm asking because I have straight gun for connecting to internal paint feeding roller. Thank You.
Hey buddy.. ah unfortunately the ControlPro hose connections are low pressure proprietary fittings.. it’s to stop someone using a lower pressure ControlPro hose on a ‘higher rated’ spray machine, it wouldn’t handle the pressure and could be dangerous.. this video touches on that subject
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However if the pressure / inner feed roller has a 7/8” gun fitting, it will fit the regular HEA gun.. but you wouldn’t be able to use an in-line gun with a ControlPro sprayer unfortunately.. regular guns with a pressure / inner feed roller are slightly uncomfortable’ but do still work effectively 👍 hope this helps my friend.. regards Pete
@@PaintHQ Thank You Pete. I will get the end part for my 515 tip as you showed it doesn't fit 👍
I know exactly what your talking about . The best set up to prevent very very very little over spray , and even better than these Wagner tips is a flat tip set up . Not a reverse tip , fflp, lp,rac x, none of those ….. a straight old school flat tip with the cone filter and round tip ..you will not have any dry fall ….. watch a video from a RUclipsr named mike the painter or mikethepainter that’s the set up and it’s pretty much no overspray . That guy knows
His stuff when it comes to spraying
What's the smallest size ceiling would u spray keep the videos coming I've just invested in a budget sprayer I did my first job with it so much time saved and the finish is really good how do you price a job I work as a handyman but I'm getting more interest from my customers about spraying thank you
Great question my friend 💯 to be honest I’d spray all ceilings, small or large.. and it’s something I recommend to anyone, especially those that might apprehensive about spraying.. as you’ve found, it’s so much less laborious and taxing on the body and the results are always amazing.. pricing wise, I typically price as I would have done historically as a Painter and Decorator, like any tradesman going on how many days it would take to complete.. if for example, it’s a small bathroom ceiling.. to mask up / protect and spray, I would take a day and I’m never in any rush.. I’m happy to take my time and when the job is done and the masking is removed.. spend sone time cleaning up after other trades, making everywhere nice 😆
This ceiling was sprayed with a budget / DIY sprayer.. a Wagner 250M.. it was a small bathroom ceiling.. ruclips.net/video/3Mlzp37Uepg/видео.html
Then this one is using the Graco Handheld.. It’s a small bathroom with half height tiles ruclips.net/video/9gJxe0b857o/видео.html
I’m a big fan of this pump, but I don’t typically recommend it as a sole machine.. really it’s to compliment the bigger sprayers.. Which sprayer is it you’re using if you don’t mind me asking?..
I’m really glad you’ve found the benefits of spraying, it is very satisfying and very rewarding.. I’m also thankful you’ve found my channel, please keep in contact, it’s great to have your contribution.. I’m more than happy to help any way I can, I try to cover handyman projects too.. such as drywall repairs, that cross over to the painting world.. I’d appreciate your input 💯 all the best.. Pete
Ciao complimenti per il video, sono un applicatore anch'io ma nei colorifici non riesco a trovare la macchinetta specifica per i teli in nailon può dirmi dove posso acquistarla e il nome specifico? Provo a guardare su Amazon grazie in anticipo
ciao Nicolò, scusa amico mio, non ho capito bene la traduzione 😆 ..è dove puoi acquistare il film plastico?.. sei in Italia?.. potrei aver trovato il film di 99" su 'Amazon Italia'
www.amazon.it/Hand-Masker-MF99-Masking-Film-Trasparente/dp/B000ELV3WE/ref=mp_s_a_1_18?crid=1CHRJT0MNDCJM&keywords=3M+AMF99&qid=1665086258&sprefix=3m+amf99%2Caps%2C98&sr=8- 18
il codice è 3M AMF99 ..spero che questo aiuti.. saluti Pete 🙏
@@PaintHQ grazie Pete sei sempre molto disponibile amico🙏
Hi im looking to buy a sprayer to paint my house . Just a question can just use normal crown or dulux Matt emulsion thinned down or do need special paint ? Also how much would you thin down the top coat if im using a Wagner 350m? Thanks
Hello my friend.. apologies for my delayed reply.. in theory, yes you can use ‘normal’ emulsion, it’s not a special paint.. typically an emulsion that can also be brushed and rolled.. however, some products / brands can be airless sprayed better than others.. certainly ‘cheap’ Crown ‘contract’ paint doesn’t respond well.. dulux should go through.. I find a dilution 10% max, using warm water helps lower the viscosity and ease for airless spraying.. I tend to use a 515 tip, if using a 517.. try undiluted first, then add water to a max 10%.. the 350m should handle spraying an emulsion quite well 👍 ..let me know how you get on, happy to help anytime, I’ll always get back to you 👍 keep in touch.. regards Pete 🙏
@@PaintHQ Pete
Thanks for reply . It very helpful and much appreciated
You’re very welcome, anytime 😆👍
@@PaintHQ Pete one more question what tip would you use to spray Cuprinol ducks back on a fence ….Wagner 317 ?
I believe the 350M comes with a 311, I’d use that.. Cuprinol is relatively thin (lower viscosity), the .011 orifice will let out less paint Vs a .017 ..I’m spraying Cuprinol in this video, using a 210.. the 311 will be the best match for you without having to buy another tip 😆
Graco GXFF Cordless. GXFF Cordless Airless Paint Sprayer Setup & Spray
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Sorry to keep hassling you buddy I’m after some advice I sprayed some doors and frames today doors where hung I must have hit the top corner of the door twice once when doing the door second time as I went round the frame so two doors have a run 😫 do you always remove doors for spraying or do you do the doors first then mask to do the frames
Hello my friend, it’s no problem at all.. Yeah I remove doors 👍 ..My only exception is if using clear lacquer on heavy oak fire doors, only because the lacquer is so forgiving.. if they’re being sprayed white, then they would have to come off.. I feel for you buddy, getting a couple of runs, but you’ll sort it and the end result will be awesome 💯.. drop me a message any time 👍
@@PaintHQ cheers buddy I’ll get it sorted not a lot of room to work in on my job and six doors but only two to re do not sure if I can touch it in with the hand held but no drama to remove and re do thanks for the advice buddy it greatly appreciated go easy 👍🏻👍🏻
You’re welcome 👏 ..Good luck buddy 👊
Another great video is the SP80 any good buddy for example is it ok to mask carpets before spraying atm I use Q1 the yellow stand tape for carpets and on the hand masker 👍🏻
Appreciate that buddy.. I do rate SP80 and order equal quantities of Q1 and SP80.. I have confidently used it to mask carpet, but if I had both in my kit I would marginally choose Q1 yellow 👍
Super nice job !!! What brand/type sprayer did you use, thanks for posting such good videos 🎆🎆🎆
You’re very welcome, thanks for the kind words of support.. The sprayer was the Graco 395 👍
..Feel free to comment if you have any questions, I’ll always do my best to help.. Regards Pete
@@PaintHQ Thank you very much, may god bless you 🖒🖒🖒
just about to delve into the world of spraying and couldn't have discovered your channel at a better time. brilliant videos and so helpful. lovely lovely work.
That’s very kind of you to say Joe 💯 ..Feel free to ask any questions, I’ll always get back to you and do my very best to help.. Have you purchased a sprayer yet, or do you have an eye on one?.. Thanks again for the support my friend.. Regards Pete 😊👌
@@PaintHQ Thanks Pete not yet. Its between the GX21 or FF which are just shy of 1000 euro here in Ireland. Or pay a bit more for a 390 or395. is there a "do it all" model in your opinion that would cover walls/ceilings, doors/trim and kitchen cabinets ?
I do very much rate the GX models.. These are aimed at painter and decorator professionals or a DIYer wanting the full airless experience.. I particularly like the GX21 with a hopper kit (known as a GX21FF).. It has a bigger pump than the GXFF.. like I say it’s a GX21 with its warranty intact, but modified. You can easily and quickly change between hopper and siphon mode.. if you think there’s potential to be spraying all day every day, like on site, then the 390 is great.. but I’d stretch a bit further to a 395. For the extra outlay you get a bigger pump and SmartControl (regulates pressure).. Not sure It’s possible to deal with SpraymanUK from Ireland, if you can give them a call and speak to Mike.. His knowledge is the best in the industry.. (I’m not sponsored by them to say that 😊).. Please keep in touch, I’ll help you on your spray journey all I can and it’s a pleasure to hear from Ireland 🇮🇪💯👌😆
@@PaintHQ thanks so much Pete for the advice.Will keep a nice cold guinness in the tap for you if you ever show up on our shores! Cheers mate.
Haha, nice 😆 ..I am partial to a Guinness 👏👍
Just subscribed because I really like your videos.
I'm a decorator and also going to venture into my first spray equipment. I won't be doing massive refurbs and new builds so was thinking about the Graco GX21 for walls and ceiling and also a cordless Graco ultra Max for detailing/smaller areas. If I'm way off the mark with this I'd appreciate your advice on what you'd look at for a first time buy. Keep up the great work.
Hi Martin, you’re so kind thank you very much.. great to hear from a fellow decorator and someone wishing to delve into the wonderful world of spraying.. great choice with a GX21, the GX range is aimed at the domestic painter and decorator.. perhaps invest in a hopper (the complete kit can be purchased as a GX21FF from SpraymanUK).. the hopper makes it so much easier to spray smaller amounts of material and a faster clean up.. this is a relevant video..
GX21FF Conversion. Installing a Graco Airless Finishing Kit (Hopper Kit)
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Also great choice, complimenting the bigger pump with a handheld for small projects and touch ups.. the ‘Max’ version is only required if you’ll be spraying solvent / oil based, so the regular Ultra Handheld would be sufficient for WB only and save you a little money..
The Best Paint Sprayer. GRACO ULTRA HANDHELD. Painting Small Projects
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Keep in touch my friend, be great to hear how you get on and I’m happy to help and advise if I can.. regards Pete
Yeah buddy! Great job as always 😃 i need to try them wagner tips. Keep hearing about em
Appreciate the support buddy 💯 Yeah the atomisation is a bit courser Vs Graco LP tips but I’m very impressed with the low pressure 👏
@@PaintHQ are they really worth changing over from the Graco ones?
Thanks for your question Sam. I recommend giving them a go.. I think it’s worth having a selection of tips for various materials, not just sizes, but tips from other brands.. In this example I was able to spray Tikkurila AR2 on the ceiling at a lower pressure than I could with the Graco equivalent. It sprayed so clean, that’s why the gun was so clean, less bounce back.. No paint in my eyes 😆
ust about to delve into the world of spraying and couldn't have discovered your channel at a better time. brilliant videos and so helpful. lovely lovely work.
Hey Robert, really appreciate your kind words of support.. so glad you're embracing spraying, anything I can do to help you on your journey, feel free to reach out.. happy to help and advise if I can.. regards Pete
Hi thx for vid. How long do u leave 2nd coat before pulling the tape?
How come no storing gun in water overnight between jobs? I painted my fence with Contractor PC Compact over several days with it in water (still learning)
Also what do you use to clean the tips/guard and gun for overspray?
Hey Jarrod, thanks for your question.. I pull the tape soon after finishing spraying.. don’t want to risk any paint bridging causing it to snag.. I hear of people storing guns in water overnight, I just prefer to flush it through, for how little time it takes to prevent any risk of damage 👍 ..here’s the tip storage and cleaning solution I use.. just a short video..
Wagner TipClean | Easy Way to Clean Your Airless Spray Tips
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Keep in touch my friend, always great to hear from you.. regards Pete
@@PaintHQ thanks for the reply Pete. Very helpful. The Wagner tip washer looks great. I saw your other vid about the Graco FF Cordless with hopper. I’m only a hobbyist, but dayum is that not a dream perfect kit for me. I will keep saving 😅 keep up the great work. I love how you look after your gear. Do you do anything to keep the gun looking so new?
You’re very welcome.. because I spray at relatively low pressure, the bounce back of paint Is minimal so that helps to keep the gun clean.. then I just wipe over the gun as part of the clean up 👍😆
Nicely done. That’s exactly how I’d have approached that ceiling, though i think I’d have stuck with the fflp tips. Good job you had no filling up to do on that new plaster 👌🏻
Appreciate your input buddy 💯 Yeah FFLP tips are great.. It was excellent plaster work 👏👌
Why would you use an fflp tip on new skim just curious I would only use them on woodwork I use a HEA 517 tip on fresh skim
Hey John, great to have your feedback.. I really like hearing other people’s experiences and opinions.. keep in touch.. regards Pete 👍
@@James-sf5bb try the HEA tips you won't use any other especially on ceilings I promise they are great no lap lines at all providing you set up properly with your pressure they generally atomise at 1000psi much less stress on your pump and they last longer than other high production tips such as rack x by Greco they atomise at about 1800 to 2000 psi and don't last long especially with a Matt emulsion it's very viscous hope this helps you in the future on jobs
@@johnthemod71 thank you for the input, I’ll give them a try for sure. It’s always good to hear other’s opinions on things as it definitely helps others out
I have learned a lot from your videos content and I like to thank you for the confident I have gained
Hi Cristian, that means a lot my friend, thank you.. keep in touch, I’m happy to help and answer any questions if I can 🙏 ..regards Pete
the tip you are useing is it control tip or pro tip?
Hey Gareth, it’s pro tip.. Wagner HEA ProTip, so you would also need the Wagner TradeTip 3 Tip Holder 👍 ..I admit, it can be confusing 😆
Same setup I use in this video..
Wagner Paint Sprayer Tips | How to Spray Paint Walls and Ceiling Different Colours
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@@PaintHQ ye i noticed you cant use pro tip in a control guard which is silly realy 🤷🏼♂️
I know what you’re saying but it’s more to do with stopping / discouraging people using a ControlPro tip in a pro guard / with a pro setup.. it would be dangerous, pro setups operate at much higher pressure ..Hope this helps.. regards Pete
@@PaintHQ what is diffrence between a control tip to pro tip ?
Hi Gareth, in terms of atomising paint and not comparing to fine finish tips.. you’re not going to see much difference in finish with a ControlPro tip Vs ProTip.. but the ProTip will last and produce results for longer 👍
Hello, good morning, very good video, it is perfectly understood what you want to demonstrate just by watching you work.
What is your opinion of Graco, Titan and Wagner?
Kind regards.
Hey Enrique, thank you so much for watching and the kind words.. very much appreciated my friend.. These Airless manufacturers that you list, all make very good professional grade pumps.. each has comparable rated products in each professional category.. From experience of using my Graco 395, I’m very happy with build quality and performance.. then for example Titan has its 440i, whilst I have no experience using one, I know it’s a well built machine that will work hard for you.. hope this helps a little.. are you thinking of purchasing an airless spray machine or do you currently own one?.. I’m more than happy to help any way I can.. really appreciate you engaging in the channel, keep in touch.. regards Pete 🎨💯
@@PaintHQ I asked your opinion of the 3 brands because I have read very different comments from other colleagues.
Right now I have a Magnum Pro X9, Ultra 395 and Ultimate MX 795.
I am interested in testing the HEA nozzles to compare them with the FFLP.
Thanks for answering.
Ah nice, you’ve got some big Graco pumps there my friend 👏 very nice 👌👍 ..To use Wagner / Titan HEA tips, you need the Wagner TradeTip 3 Tip Holder 7/8” to fit the Graco spray gun (or any manufacturer 7/8” airless gun) ..Which will be able to take Wagner HEA ProTip / Titan TR1 HEA airless spray tips.. I do very much rate the HEA tips 👌💯 especially spraying emulsions at much lower pressure.. check out
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..Keep in touch buddy.. regards Pete
@@PaintHQ Okay well, I'll take your comment into account to try the HEA tips.
Of course we will be in touch.
Best regards.
Hi Pete I'm using only graco tips is there big difference between garco and Wagner??
Hey Rafal, no Graco LP (low pressure) tips are excellent my friend.. I’ve just been using the Wagner HEA 515 more and more.. basically HEA is the Wagner version of LP tips.. my opinion the spray pressure can be a little lower with Wagner HEA Vs Graco LP and as a result the atomisation is a bit courser, but that’s ok.. hope this helps, always great to hear from you.. feel free to ask questions anytime and let me know about any success you have.. regards Pete 🎨💯
@@PaintHQ thanks Pete 👍🏻
You’re very welcome, anytime 💯
How long to u wait between coats thanks ur great
You’re so kind, thank you.. you can cross hatch a ceiling to a finish (spray left to right then the other way, front to back).. which means little to no time waiting.. I choose just to have a break, a tidy up and a coffee ☕️😆 ..so yeah, I’m waiting approx an hour then I spray the ceiling in again before going in to take the masking down.. keep in touch, great to have your feedback on the channel.. regards Pete
no sense in worrying about "low overspray" when you mask off EVERYTHING , hell you could paint that ceiling with a leaf blower !!!!!!! lol
Haha you’re right 😂 ..Yeah the walls were fully tiled, so 99” plastic was used.. ends up looking like a scene out of E.T. 👽🤣 ..what’s nice though spraying at such low pressure, is no paint bouncing back into the eyes.. sprays so clean.. thanks for your input on the channel, great to hear from you my friend 👍 ..regards Pete
@@PaintHQ Yes I understand that part .... I know low pressure is best if possible , you don't come home looking like a ghost ... I'm sure the ceiling came out great looking and that's what matters most
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Nice work, is that Q1 tape,
Thank you my friend.. it’s Deltec Gold around the grout line and green SP80 on the hand masker.. SP80 is about the same price as Q1 and I rate both equally. I tend to buy a supply of both and use whichever I have available on the hand masker 👍 All the best, regards Pete
Cracking video mate
Thank you for watching Steven.. if you ever have any questions, I’m happy to help and advise if I can 💯 keep in touch.. regards Pete