I tried brushing this stuff on with both a foam and bristle brush. Wasted 2 days chasing bubbles and sanding. Followed instructions to a T, no luck. After finding your video I decided to spray my project. 100% success. I have a Devillbiss FLG4 with a 1.8 tip. Like you I stirred the polycryl and didn't reduce. It ran through one of my autobody strainers with no problem. Glad I stumbled upon your video, I'll never brush this stuff on again. Thanks
Thanks - good job and video. I do a lot of small hobby projects and the spray cans are now crazy expensive. I bought some polycrylic and will first try it in my airbrush. If that doesn't work out than I will use my small spray gun. Thanks again!
Lived in Derby for 6 years while stationed at McConnell. Miss that place. Great video. I've had the same experience with spraying polycrylic. I've done my flats the same way for the last couple of projects. Zero overspray or drips on the corners or underside. Much easier than setting up a hanging rack as the pros do it. The only sanding I've ever had to do with polycrylic was my fault with lint or a gnat during a spring/summer spray. Great job. Love the look of the knotty beech wood.
I think having the doors horizontal is better than having them vertical for spraying. I have tried both and prefer horizontal. The Minwax Polycrylic is the bee's knees for staining jobs. Also, it is quite satisfying watching someone else spray doors like this. Good job.
Great video, doing some cabinets for the laundry closet and convinced me to spay instead of brush on the polycrylic, seems so much easier. From one Victory rider to another.
Actually the ideal way is laying flat like that and one side at a time, I always finish the backs first then flip. I dont know of any cabinet shop that does spray both sides at same time, there are hangers for conceal hinge holes but they are not cheap. All in all you can put a heavier coat without worrying about running or sagging with it laying flat. It is faster and more efficient to hang and do both sides at once, but much easier to achieve an excellent finish with it laying down. Aside from that you did a great job and they came out good.
Good to know, I figured they would have tried to do them quicker by doing both sides. Definitely don't have to worry about runs laying flat like this though. Thanks man
You doing a very good job 👌 i am about to start some projects for my self i love good music and i want to make some speakers act but i dont much knowledge in electronics i just km now how to put stuff i need to find some diagrams to follow and know what to buy and order so i can do the rest.by the way i love your Victory logos i had one hammer when i was back in Australia sadly i needed to leave it behind.take care keep the good job
Appreciate it sir. I did a really simple bookshelf build video a little while back that goes over the whole process of designing and building a full range bookshelf, minus a crossover. There are also a lot of kits people have designed and tested you can purchase, then you just build an enclosure and assemble the crossover. Victory FTW! Has a Jackpot for a while and still own a Cross Country. Sorry you had to leave yours behind!
You don't have to. Doesn't hurt though since it's water based. All depends on your tip size. The smaller the tip (1.8 mm or smaller probably) you'll want to add a little water
We are spraying with a generic gun at 62 psi 50’ hose and a 1.4 tip. We are getting bubbles galore. No smooth finish. What r we doing wrong I’m so sick of sanding
I have not... ultimately, regardless of sheen, spraying will usually give a smoother finish with less bubbles as long as it's applied correctly. Thanks Tony
Great video and I thought the doors turned out great. I have a small wood shop in my garage and looking to upgrade my staining from wiping and brushing to spraying and was curious as too what size air compressor you’re using and how hard it has to work running an hvlp, thanks
I have a 15 gallon. If you were wanting to get something for larger jobs, at least a 30 gallon if not 60 gallon would be preferable. Bigger reserve, fills faster with a bigger motor... I just have this one cause it's fairly mobile and I don't have a dedicated shop
I don't think I did... if it's not in the video, I didn't. Can't remember off hand to be honest... if you do dilute, shouldn't need more than 5% dilution
Thanks for the video. I am getting ready to spray some unfinished hickory with my Fuji hvlp, think I’m going to try that poly as well. What did you use? Gloss, semi gloss, or satin on those?
Nice video. I have the same compressor and spray Polcycrylic all the time using an HVLP. It looked like your spray pressure when engaged was about 30. I find with any tip smaller than a 2.5, the amount of spray is minimal. Do you dilute the poly?
Nice job, thanks for the video. I am getting ready to finish kitchen cabinets stained with Minwax. Questions: What air pressure were you using? Did the Polycrylic require thinning, if so what was used to thin the Polycrylic and ratio?
I usually set the gun at 20-30 psi. I don't believe I thinned this product. If you did, it wouldn't take much, maybe 5% or less water would get it running smoother through your gun.
I just used some that was about 3 years old. It worked but was a little thick, had to water it down about 10%. I'd easily say 1 year and you can get away with longer if stored correctly
When reapplying within the recommended window, sanding is not necessary for adhesion. This was to reduce the dust bumps in the finish for the final coat
I tried brushing this stuff on with both a foam and bristle brush. Wasted 2 days chasing bubbles and sanding. Followed instructions to a T, no luck. After finding your video I decided to spray my project. 100% success. I have a Devillbiss FLG4 with a 1.8 tip. Like you I stirred the polycryl and didn't reduce. It ran through one of my autobody strainers with no problem. Glad I stumbled upon your video, I'll never brush this stuff on again. Thanks
Awesome! Yea definitely spray when at all possible. Much better finish most of the time
Love the smoothness of the doors
Incredibly talented Kyle. Love your work brother.
Thank you sir!
Thanks for taking the time to post this helpful video. Great tips, and the results speak for themselves.
Thanks - good job and video. I do a lot of small hobby projects and the spray cans are now crazy expensive. I bought some polycrylic and will first try it in my airbrush. If that doesn't work out than I will use my small spray gun. Thanks again!
Lived in Derby for 6 years while stationed at McConnell. Miss that place. Great video. I've had the same experience with spraying polycrylic. I've done my flats the same way for the last couple of projects. Zero overspray or drips on the corners or underside. Much easier than setting up a hanging rack as the pros do it. The only sanding I've ever had to do with polycrylic was my fault with lint or a gnat during a spring/summer spray. Great job. Love the look of the knotty beech wood.
Wichita is a pretty nice place. Windy, but nice.
Great video! Getting ready to spray some polycyclic myself. Love the large victory sign!
I think having the doors horizontal is better than having them vertical for spraying. I have tried both and prefer horizontal. The Minwax Polycrylic is the bee's knees for staining jobs. Also, it is quite satisfying watching someone else spray doors like this. Good job.
Yea definitely less chance of runs if they are laying flat. Glad you liked it sir 👍
Great video, doing some cabinets for the laundry closet and convinced me to spay instead of brush on the polycrylic, seems so much easier. From one Victory rider to another.
Stay safe out there brother 🤜🏼🤛🏼
Thanks man I'm trying to brush it on this stuff sucks bubbles no matter how slow I go.
I'm going to try it your way .
I do the same, but spray the floor down with water first to minimize dust from walking around.
That's a great tip, We do that when spraying auto paint actually.
How do you get rid of the paint on the floor? I have the same thing and my drop cloth didn't catch all my white paint
Another well done video Kyle!
Actually the ideal way is laying flat like that and one side at a time, I always finish the backs first then flip. I dont know of any cabinet shop that does spray both sides at same time, there are hangers for conceal hinge holes but they are not cheap. All in all you can put a heavier coat without worrying about running or sagging with it laying flat. It is faster and more efficient to hang and do both sides at once, but much easier to achieve an excellent finish with it laying down. Aside from that you did a great job and they came out good.
Good to know, I figured they would have tried to do them quicker by doing both sides. Definitely don't have to worry about runs laying flat like this though. Thanks man
Great job brother!! Looks great!
Thank you sir! I finished all the shelves for the walls last week so I had to get this video out before I could post up the shelves video lol
gonna be staining a shelf for my closet, decided to spray it cause i got a gun for it, hopefully it comes out nicely
those little bubles you get fresh after spraying wood is common i believe its the wood grain popping but im not 100% sure yet
I can't imagine how this will look on a css audio diy Bookshelf kit
Nice job my friend!
How do water stains from wet cups look with this poly?
what type of stain, we need to use for this type of finish.
I actually work in Wichita, most definitely wouldn't live there, but there's plenty of jobs there!
Great job on the doors!
Thanks man. Yea Wichita isn't too bad, but we are looking to move back to KC soon
@@LifeofBliss Oh no... Kansas City, ugh... NOT for me! Baseball, Football, and concerts yeah. I'll make that drive. Too many people!
Haha well... not IN KC. Around it. Hoping for 10+ acres and a huge dedicated theater room!! Lol I can dream I guess...
@@LifeofBliss Hell yeah! Sweet! Need a big theater room with your gear! Good luck!
You doing a very good job 👌 i am about to start some projects for my self i love good music and i want to make some speakers act but i dont much knowledge in electronics i just km now how to put stuff i need to find some diagrams to follow and know what to buy and order so i can do the rest.by the way i love your Victory logos i had one hammer when i was back in Australia sadly i needed to leave it behind.take care keep the good job
Appreciate it sir. I did a really simple bookshelf build video a little while back that goes over the whole process of designing and building a full range bookshelf, minus a crossover. There are also a lot of kits people have designed and tested you can purchase, then you just build an enclosure and assemble the crossover. Victory FTW! Has a Jackpot for a while and still own a Cross Country. Sorry you had to leave yours behind!
Wicked video, hope you and the new family member are all doing well!
All doing well! I procrastinated big time on editing this. Still had my awesome mustache goin on 😂
Thank you for posting!
Would help if you could say what tips and pressure you use to do this. thanks
02:45. You'll need to test your gun out to see what pressure it likes. You're welcome
Minwax recommends 220 grit sanding between coats and minimum 3 coats.
Very nice work Man. Keep it up
Only use poly when you spray? Or use any thinner + poly? Can you make toturial ?
Awesome job
Did you dilute the policleric
Anyone know if a retarder like General finishes extender works well with the polycrylic?
Hows your kid Kyle? He was super cute in one of your videos you put.. Take care of him and yourself.. ❤️ Amazing videos & quality of production
He's doing great! Gonna have to start getting his new little sister in some videos soon! Appreciate it man
do u need to mix with water to make the poly thinner so it can pass it better with the gun?
You don't have to. Doesn't hurt though since it's water based. All depends on your tip size. The smaller the tip (1.8 mm or smaller probably) you'll want to add a little water
so no thinning with water is required with this product right?
Correct, it's not necessary but you can if needed
We are spraying with a generic gun at 62 psi 50’ hose and a 1.4 tip. We are getting bubbles galore. No smooth finish. What r we doing wrong I’m so sick of sanding
Try turning your pressure down to 30 and see how that works. Do some test panels!!
Does the tip matter?
Did you add any water to the poly to thin it or just poly and then spray?
Also what psi did you use? Newbie to spraying the poly
Were did you get the cool VICTORY sign?
Grabbed it from a dealer when they were no longer selling victory bikes
Have you ever used a the Polycrylic in a semi gloss or gloss in a spray gun? Just wondering if the results would be the same..
Thanks,
Tony
I have not... ultimately, regardless of sheen, spraying will usually give a smoother finish with less bubbles as long as it's applied correctly. Thanks Tony
Great video and I thought the doors turned out great. I have a small wood shop in my garage and looking to upgrade my staining from wiping and brushing to spraying and was curious as too what size air compressor you’re using and how hard it has to work running an hvlp, thanks
I have a 15 gallon. If you were wanting to get something for larger jobs, at least a 30 gallon if not 60 gallon would be preferable. Bigger reserve, fills faster with a bigger motor... I just have this one cause it's fairly mobile and I don't have a dedicated shop
help me out a lot. thank you. One question though, did you dilute your polycrylic a little bit with water?
I don't think I did... if it's not in the video, I didn't. Can't remember off hand to be honest... if you do dilute, shouldn't need more than 5% dilution
What color paint you used for your walls?
Thanks for the video. I am getting ready to spray some unfinished hickory with my Fuji hvlp, think I’m going to try that poly as well. What did you use? Gloss, semi gloss, or satin on those?
It was satin on these. Good luck with your cabinets!
What type filter are you using on the polycrylic?
When pouring into the gun? It's just a standard filter for auto paints, not sure the specifics as far as opening size
Nice video. I have the same compressor and spray Polcycrylic all the time using an HVLP. It looked like your spray pressure when engaged was about 30. I find with any tip smaller than a 2.5, the amount of spray is minimal. Do you dilute the poly?
How many coats and did you thin out the poly with mineral spirits?
No thinning, just 2 coats if I remember correctly. You could do 3 if you wanted
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Nice job, thanks for the video. I am getting ready to finish kitchen cabinets stained with Minwax. Questions: What air pressure were you using? Did the Polycrylic require thinning, if so what was used to thin the Polycrylic and ratio?
I usually set the gun at 20-30 psi. I don't believe I thinned this product. If you did, it wouldn't take much, maybe 5% or less water would get it running smoother through your gun.
Did you thin the poly?
Nope
Did you use matte or flat polycrylic?
Should have been the Matte poly
hey man has this finish held up?
Oh yea. It's good stuff in my opinion
@@LifeofBliss right on thank you. any input on the shelf life of the can after you've opened it?
I just used some that was about 3 years old. It worked but was a little thick, had to water it down about 10%. I'd easily say 1 year and you can get away with longer if stored correctly
Curious as to which tip you used...1.5mm or 1.8mm? Nice work on the finished doors.
I believe I used the 1.5 for this. I thought I said which one towards the beginning? I'm not in the position where I can go back and watch...
@@LifeofBliss thanks for the info...
For people in the future.. I know 1.8 works on a turbine unit like the Wagner flexio
Have you painted those massive subwoofer enclosures yet? I’ve Been wanting to see how those turn out.
Ugh... lol yea the plan is to pull the subs out this next week and paint them. I shoulda never hooked them up before painting 😅
Looks great! Did you have to add any water to the poly? If so how much?
Nope, no water added
@@LifeofBliss I already just added water dang it. Can I still use it with an hlvp?
@@kirbharp2157 sure, won't hurt anything. Itll just make it more runny. You're good
@@LifeofBliss thank you I'm getting ready to start....great video!
Do a test panel to get some practice in 👍 i always spray a little to test before my main project
wow looks like from a factory. Kinda funny, minwax tech support does not support spraying on any of their products. but worked out great.
Yea most things can be sprayed. Just experiment first if you're unsure 👍
Wichita? I'm in neodesha ks. Hi neighbor
Yessir 👋
I will not be using a brush for sure. Thanks
The problem is the durability of that product in the long run.
It was a low use area. Sold the house a few years back. Have you used it before and seen faster wear?
"Devil Biss", run those two words together bro... "De-vil-biss"
Thought I did 🤔 its all one word...
@@LifeofBliss fair, my intonation explanation wasn’t great. “De Vilbiss” not “Devil Biss”.
Or just say Iwata
Sanding between coats is done for proper adhesion, not smoothness.
When reapplying within the recommended window, sanding is not necessary for adhesion. This was to reduce the dust bumps in the finish for the final coat
Dont get them around water for too long polycrilic sucks
Pronounced "da vil bus" short u
Polyacyrlic sucks.
Get to the point.
I love entitled comments...