I want to purchase a paint sprayer for my woodworking projects – tired of rattle cans that sputter & drip despite best efforts to hold the can upright. So, I’m trying to decide between an airless and a HVLP system.
Although I have a Craftsman 33 gal/150 PSI compressor (oiless & no water removal), I’m inclined to think an electric/airless system would better suit my applications which are projects that typically would fit within a 12” cube. The sprayer would have to be able to apply a fine coating of the paints/stains/top coats/polyurethane finishes typically used in hobbyist woodworking. I’m not looking to apply paint quickly, just a nice finish - I’m good with several light coats.
I was thinking of a HomeRight C800971 Super Finish Max Extra Fine HVLP Sprayer which is advertised as an “airless/HVLP” system. I’m planning also to get a HomeRight Spray Shelter 8.5 ft. x 6 ft. placed on a large tarp in my garage. This will avoid having to lay down drop cloths & newspapers in my shop (nuisance!) which is not ventilated & it’s next to a finished lower level which keeps my wife on edge.
Yet, with absolutely no experience with either type of sprayer system I’m wondering if any of you have experience with this sprayer, or can recommend a more appropriate sprayer. I realize I may be limiting my choices as this would be a gift from my daughter (gift card) to add to my Woodworking scope.
I’ve searched this forum for information, but most of it is old, or doesn’t apply to my needs. So, I’m wondering what you would recommend.
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