Using A Paint Spray Gun for Beginners | Smooth Furniture Makeover

I chose a huge Gentleman's Chest from my bedroom for this week's furniture makeover. I've been putting this one off for a while because it's so big. I decided to use my Wagner sprayer to make the job go faster and go for a smooth, moody black finish. I'll be giving you lots of tips for using a paint gun sprayer if you are a beginner. It's not as hard as you might think.

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[norasuggs]

I love this piece. It is GORGEOUS, would love to have a piece like that. Thanks for the sprayer top because I just bought a Wagner sprayer and have been afraid to use it 🥴. Still somewhat intimidated with it but think I will give it a shot this up coming week. Thanks for all the helpful tips. I love watching your videos as I do pick up so much from them. Thanks again and have a blessed evening 🙏🏻😊.

[cook]

Let me suggest that you use a product called Flotrol rather than water, available in similar product labels at big box stores. Flotrol is designed specifically to improve flo without watering down the paint and therefore diluting benefits. I've use this product for 50+ years. I think you'll find the results much more to your liking.

[jessicaehirsch]

Confession. I have a sprayer I haven’t taken out of the box. 😆 You just leveled up my confidence! 💪🏼🤞🏼🤣

[hannahm]

The copper goes well with the black. I think that definitely was the best choice.

[ninper]

Love it, great job. Thank you for the encouragement. My husband got me a Wagner sprayer for my Bday and came across your video which is giving me great ideas to transform our new home. God bless!

[uteboy]

I'll say this now for anyone using this type of spray gun if you spray it and nothing comes out after using it 3 or so times check the pump area they get clogged super easy with dry paint build up and I've fixed 100s of these and sold them after people returned them (Amazon pallet buy usually quick fixes and easy money returns) because they thought they were broken, when all it takes is a 15min tear down and it's fixed. Good luck with the job look forward to seeing what you come up with I'm in lock down in Australia and I've been re doing everything I can find wife is loving and hating it at the same time hahahaha.

[sundyvargas]

I have a Flexio and love how quickly it gets my projects done. Tip for using a paint sprayer. Mine came with a large and small container. I use the smaller container for my top coat and have everything ready so as soon as the paint is dry I can apply the top coat.
You did a great job on your piece, looks so nice 👌

[Y_ruba_al]

Wow.... I'm in the process of moving and because of this video I'm keeping my funiture and painting it!

[Amber-zhhh]

I could never figure out how people protected their surroundings when using a paint sprayer.. the tent is such a handy idea!! I have never used a sprayer but when I do I will use that tip. Finished product looks great :) I’m a super beginner so I have no tips personally but enjoy reading the other tips 😂

[johnnydingo]

I have used many sprayers including a HVLP electric to paint my doors. You did a great job on your furniture make over and explained it well for any beginner to give it try. Nice looking finish.

[j_cabrera]

I've only used brushes but now I'm excited to get a sprayer. However, I'm still a bit scared but you've made me a bit confident in trying to use a sprayer. Again, beautiful creation! 😍

[writeinspire]

I watched with intensity. I have two sprayers and have been very afraid to try. You freed me from my fear. I think I will try the caviar on a kitchen table set that I’m thinking 🤔 of flipping this fall. My advice as a beginner is to step out of fear and embrace the boldness.

[nathalieoshaughnessy]

Wow!! Absolutely gorgeous. I was quite frustrated the 1st and 2nd time I used my sprayer. I am used to spraying with an industrial one when I help my husband with his house flips. It kept clogging and I had to constantly clean it in between each coat. My BEST advice to beginners is to subscribe to your YouTube videos. I have learned pretty much everything from watching you. You are so darn to earth, honest and just plain awesome !!

[Msltfoster]

I’ve contemplated purchasing a Sprayer as I watch Kate and DIY Wife use theirs. You’ve convinced me that I can do this! 👍🏽 practice makes improvement!

[tessahack]

I love how this piece turned out. The copper looks gorgeous against the black. I’m still a beginner when it comes to using a paint sprayer (only used one once so far) but I enjoyed how quickly it went compared to using a brush.

[bearrepublicwoodww]

Looks like a perfect buttery finish!!! Biggest tips are test your sprayer first and be consistent in your spraying technique.

[heatherannekennedy]

Wow - it is gorgeous! I have used a Wagner sprayer and it was so so quick to use! I had 4 very 'spindly' breakfast bar stools that I bought for our daughter's college home and I dreaded painting all those crazy spindles - the paint sprayer made it a breeze!!! Such a good investment! Yankee Blue for the win! My best tip for paint sprayers - clean all your parts and than clean them again - I use a reusable STRAW cleaner brush and a baby BOTTLE brush - just getting into every nook and cranny.

[arianaaguilera]

Can't wait ....thank you so much ....I just got mine...and can't wait to use it ...👍👏❤I love your videos can't stop watching !👏🍿 thanks for all your tips and techniques

[greatproductu]

Love it! This is my favorite so far. I prefer to use my sprayer most of the time to get a “factory finish” that I can only seem to get using a sprayer. I use a cheap tent outside when spraying and I need to protect my work (from falling leaves) and in the workshop; with 3 to 5 minutes, a ladder, some clear plastic and a staple gun I can easily make a “paintbooth” hung from the rafters to protect from overspray. The key to proficiency is practice practice practice! Start on smaller, inexpensive projects first, so you are not overwhelmed by the size or the stress of having ruined a prized possession.

[tonya]

Love this! I have used a Wagner Flexio before and my tip is to definitely do not get lazy with the clean process. It’s near impossible to get it to spray properly if the paint has dried in the spray mechanism. Save yourself the headache and just clean it every time.