Prep/Getting Started
Using an airless sprayer to paint your ceilings not only saves
time, but frustration as well. If you’re painting a textured ceiling,
especially the popcorn style texture, traditional paint rollers can
cause the texture to flake off from the surface. Spraying preserves
the texture appearance and provides a more complete and uniform
coverage.
Safety Notice: Whenever operating equipment it is
important to take proper safety precautions, be mindful of potential
hazards, wear protective clothing and eyewear, and stay alert. Always
refer to the specific instructions and safety procedures for the spray
equipment you are using.
Clear – Move as much of the furniture out of the room as
possible. Any furniture left in the room should be moved to the center
and completely covered. Make sure to have plenty of space for your
tools and equipment.
Cover – Cover everything you don’t wish to get paint on.
Remove or cover light fixtures.
Clean – Clear ceiling and ceiling corners of accumulated
cobwebs with a duster or the extension hose on a vacuum cleaner. If
the ceiling has a flat finish or light texture that has been
previously painted, wash the surface with a sponge using water and an
appropriate cleaning solution.
Safety – When painting indoors, make sure that there is
adequate ventilation. Wear protective clothing. This may include:
gloves, eyewear, clothing, spray sock (hood), hats, footwear, dust
masks and respirators. If you’re painting in the vicinity of
appliances turn them off. (See Safety Precautions in your Sprayer
Operation Manual.)
Step By Step
Before you start spraying, be sure that all surfaces are
properly prepped. Any surfaces you do not want painted should be
covered or blocked using a spray shield.
Select the spray tip that best meets your needs for the
material (paint) you are spraying and the surface to be sprayed. Be
sure the hole size selected does not exceed the maximum capacity of
your sprayer. (see
tip selector.)
If you are spraying the ceiling only, tape off or protect wall
area using paper or film. You can also use a spray shield to protect
surfaces you do not want to paint. When using a spray shield, position
tightly into the corners between the wall and ceiling surfaces and
hold at approximately at a 45 degree angle.
Begin in a corner where the wall and ceiling join together.
Work along that edge from one side of the room to the other. Next,
point the spray tip at the edge of the previously painted area to
overlap by 50% then paint the next strip in towards the rest of the
room.
Clean Up
Allow significant time for the paint to dry before removing
tape from your trim. This will result in crisp, clean lines.
Remove all coverings from furniture and other areas.
Replace any lighting fixtures that may have been removed and
move furniture or other items back into place.
Clean your airless paint sprayer after each use. Follow the
directions in your user’s manual for Power Flush™ cleaning with water
based materials or use the bucket method of cleaning for Graco 190ES
and solvent based products. For more info see
Power Flush
Video (wmv 1.4MB) or refer to your Sprayer Operation Manual.
Suggested Tools & Equipment
- 2 empty buckets – For priming sprayer and clean-up.
- Stir sticks.
- Paint strainer bag – Helps eliminate tip plugging and
provides a better finish.
- Prep items: tarps or drop cloths – plastic sheeting –
masking tape.
- Paint / Stain – If using paint from multiple
containers it is recommended that you transfer / mix paint from
multiple containers together in an empty 5 gallon container. This is
known as “boxing” the paint and ensures consistent color even if
small differences in color exist between paint batches.
- Paint brush for touch-ups.
- Graco or Magnum Paint Sprayer (see comparison
chart or sprayer
selector).
- Spray Tips (see tip selector)
– A wider spray pattern for large surfaces and narrow size for
smaller surfaces.
- Tip Extension(s)
– For hard to reach areas that would otherwise require a ladder.
- Pressure Roller Attachments.
- Two – 8 inch or larger adjustable wrenches.
- Additional airless hose sections if needed.
- Spray shield.
- Pump Armor for storage after use and TSL for Graco
190ES .
- Cleaning rags.
- Cleaning brushes – Stiff nylon (small and large) for
clean-up.
- Safety and protection equipment such as: Safety
glasses/goggles – dust masks/respirator - spray sock (hood worn over
head to keep off overspray)
