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    Small project sprayer

    Need suggestions for a finish sprayer for smaller types of wood project. “Doll baby beds and other small children toys”. Would like something that can spray different types of finish. I only make one or two items at a time so a larger sprayer just uses to much finish.
    Cecil



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    I'm no expert on this stuff but through a series missteps ended up with a Wagner Control Sprayer:

    http://www.wagnerspraytech.com/porta...32,358970.html

    It is basically a HVLP sprayer with built-in turbine.

    It works well. It even sprays latex if thinned enough.

    I know this isn't as nice as most of the guys here have, but it works very nicely for quick jobs.
    Last edited by Phil Thien; 10-07-2011 at 8:12 PM.

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    If you're not wanting heirloom quality finishes, this little guy does better than you might expect. Quite a bit of overspray though compared to an HVLP gun. It's really just a big air brush. It'll run all day on a pancake compressor.
    http://www.amazon.com/Critter-Spray-.../dp/B00006FRPJ. Easy clean up and left-over finish storage.

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    http://www.harborfreight.com/20-oz-h...gun-47016.html

    I just started using this one. Been spraying shellac & laquer with it and it's been working pretty well, even with my pancake compressor...

    Just saw a coupon in a flyer for it for $9.99

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    I use a critter sprayer for small stuff. Easy to use, VERY easy to clean... Go to your local Food store and pick up a case of pint sized mason jars make sure it's the same rim size as your Critter Sprayer. I have about 30 of these jars in my arsonal.
    Scott

    Finishing is an 'Art & a Science'. Actually, it is a process. You must understand the properties and tendencies of the finish you are using. You must know the proper steps and techniques, then you must execute them properly.

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    Go with HVLP. Try the 3900 model at big blue box store.

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