{"id":10161,"date":"2018-02-26T12:56:54","date_gmt":"2018-02-26T12:56:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/?p=10161"},"modified":"2022-03-30T02:45:40","modified_gmt":"2022-03-30T02:45:40","slug":"paint-spraying-the-faster-way-to-decorate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kravelv.com\/paint-spraying-the-faster-way-to-decorate\/","title":{"rendered":"Paint Spraying – The Faster Way to Decorate"},"content":{"rendered":"

So, you\u2019re looking to redecorate your home and save both time and money? Well luckily for you, there\u2019s an alternative to the traditional brush and roller methods and it\u2019s still cheaper than hiring a professional decorator or contractor.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking to decorate a large portion of your home (rather than just a room), then a paint sprayer<\/a> could be the answer. Paint sprayers have come down in price significantly in the last 5 years and are now a booming industry for professionals and also homeowners looking to decorate themselves.<\/p>\n

Also Read:<\/strong> 5 Essential Interior Painting Tips<\/a><\/p>\n

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So\u2026 what is paint sprayer?<\/h2>\n

Paint sprayers<\/a> come in a range of shapes, sizes, and technologies, but they all serve the same purpose \u2013 they spray paint.<\/p>\n

Now if you\u2019ve never seen or heard of a paint sprayer before, many of you are probably picturing a car being sprayed with long hoses, compressors, and special suits.<\/p>\n

That couldn\u2019t be further from the reality! Whilst car spraying is probably the only time most people will generally see paint being sprayed, you\u2019d be amazed at just how many different options there are for paint spraying your home. And don\u2019t worry, there are no big noisy compressors and it\u2019s extremely affordable.<\/p>\n

Also Read:<\/strong> 9 Things to consider before painting a room<\/a><\/p>\n

What type of paint sprayer do I need?<\/h2>\n

The type of paint sprayer you need will vary on the type and amount of work you have to do. If you\u2019re looking to decorate an entire house then we\u2019d recommend you look at buying a semi-decent airless paint sprayer. Airless paint sprayers are extremely fast, efficient and easy to use and are built for the sole purpose of spraying large surface areas with emulsion type paint.<\/p>\n

They come in many shapes and sizes, big and small, pro & DIY so it\u2019s all about you finding the right size for the job at hand that fits within your budget.<\/p>\n

There are many great airless paint sprayers out there, but one that comes highly recommended for homeowners looking to decorate more than just one room is the Graco Magnum X7 (read the full review on PaintSprayerGuide<\/strong><\/a>)<\/strong>. The Graco X7 is an extremely popular paint sprayer and is built to a high standard, meaning it won\u2019t break down half way through the job like cheaper unbranded models.<\/p>\n

On the flipside, if you do just have room to spray or a small<\/a> project, then a smaller handheld machine will probably suffice. If this is more what you\u2019re looking for, take a look at the Wagner Flexio 590, a great little handheld machine that can put in the garage after use and won\u2019t take up any space (not to mention it\u2019s much cheaper than the Graco X7).<\/p>\n

How much should I be spending on a paint sprayer?<\/h2>\n

Well, as all things that depend on your budget for the redecorating you\u2019ve allocated and the amount of work you need to do, both now in the future.<\/p>\n

Realistically, the ideal budget for a paint sprayer that will last a few years and won\u2019t cause you constant headaches is between $200-$500.<\/p>\n

We can\u2019t stress enough the importance of buying a reputable brand such as Graco, Wagner, Fuji .etc. It\u2019s no different to any other electronics, if you buy a cheap knockoff on eBay then you\u2019ll rarely be satisfied with the result.<\/p>\n

The best way to rationally think about this initial cost, is how much would a professional charge you to do the work? $500? $1000? $2000? Contractors aren\u2019t cheap and doing it yourself will nearly always be the cheaper alternative. If you save $2000 on a contractor and spend $500 of it on a quality paint sprayer then you\u2019re still saving $1500 which is huge.<\/p>\n

Sure you could do it with a brush and roller, but then you have to consider the time it takes. Are you taking 1-2 weeks off work to do the work to do it? What\u2019s the cost of that worth to you?<\/p>\n

Paint spraying can be between 5x to 10x faster than using a brush or roller, so what would normally take a whole week of rolling, could be done in as little as a day with the right paint sprayer.<\/p>\n

Also Read:<\/strong> Paint your home without spending it all<\/a><\/p>\n

Is a paint sprayer really worth the investment?<\/h2>\n

Only you know the answer to that question. Here are a few things for you to consider before making up your mind:<\/p>\n