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QuestionHow can I get better at spray painting?James Guth is the co-owner and founder of Chesapeake Painting Services LLC. With over 20 years of experience, James specializes in exterior and interior painting, drywall, powerwashing, wallpaper, staining, sealing, and carpentry. James holds a BS in Economics and Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from Towson UniversityKeep your hand moving as you spray so you don't concentrate too much paint in one area.
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QuestionHow do I get a smooth finish with spray paint?James Guth is the co-owner and founder of Chesapeake Painting Services LLC. With over 20 years of experience, James specializes in exterior and interior painting, drywall, powerwashing, wallpaper, staining, sealing, and carpentry. James holds a BS in Economics and Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from Towson UniversityYou may want to use sandpaper to smooth out rough surfaces on the object. This will help to produce a smooth finish when you spray paint the item.
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QuestionHow do I avoid splotches when I'm spray painting?James Guth is the co-owner and founder of Chesapeake Painting Services LLC. With over 20 years of experience, James specializes in exterior and interior painting, drywall, powerwashing, wallpaper, staining, sealing, and carpentry. James holds a BS in Economics and Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from Towson UniversitySlowly move your hand from left to right as you spray paint and don't stop while spraying. This will make sure paint doesn't build up too much in one area.
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QuestionHow do I get my new can of Rust-Oleum to spray? Nothing comes out.Community AnswerEither the gas is gone, or the pinhole is clogged. Remove the spray tip and try cleaning the hole with mineral spirits (paint thinner). If it still does not spray, place a tiny needle tip into the hole. If that fails, bring it back and get a replacement can.
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QuestionCan I sand Rustoleom after it is applied?Community AnswerIt can be sanded with very fine wet sandpaper, about 600 grit. Only wet sand it after 3 or 4 coats have been applied or if you have runs or sags.
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QuestionIf I spray paint rocks and put them in my garden will it wash, off due to the elements?Community AnswerYes, eventually. I have done this and find it usually lasts about a year before I want to freshen it up. Sun and rain take their toll.
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QuestionHow do I paint a PS4 controller?Community AnswerYou would have to disassemble it to avoid making the buttons sticky from the paint. Once you have the shell of the controller, you would spray it like any other item. Be careful -- if you paint too thickly, your controller will be sticky and unpleasant to use.
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QuestionCan I spray paint nuts and bolts before using them?Community AnswerYes, but it would be better if you used them first and then spray painted them.
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QuestionI know that you can use spray paint on cardboard, but what about the painters or masking tape? Wouldn't it stick to the cardboard too much and peel off some of the top layers of paper?IddabieCommunity AnswerYou can use electrical tape as an alternative. If it is a small project, you can consider using a scrap piece of cardboard as a barrier, just make sure your hands and arms are covered so they don't get a coat of paint as well.
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QuestionWhat do I do if I spray painted my shoes and the paint cracked off?Community AnswerUse fabric spray paint. I spray painted my Nike shoes with teal fabric spray paint and they are now my favorite shoes! The paint never cracked off once.
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QuestionDo I have to sand old wood before spray painting?Community AnswerNot necessarily, but sanding does give a smooth appearance. First you sand, then wash, then let dry, then spray paint. If you choose not to, then it will take spray painting and painting with a brush to get a clean finish.
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QuestionIs primer really necessary, or can I just apply multiple coats of paint?Community AnswerIt really depends on what you're painting, but the general rule is to use primer first.
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QuestionI am painting a cheap dresser made of particle board. It was completely sanded and cleaned, but several spots on the top are not accepting paint. What can I do now?Community AnswerIf I were you I'd wait about 24-48 hours and put on an additional coat. If that doesn't work, try shaking the paint and then test to see how powerful you think you need to spray (fiddle around with the distances and amounts of pressure that you use). My last suggestion to you is to repaint just a little bit of the area around the spot(s) and use the water-color method to spread the paint to the stubborn areas.
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QuestionCan white matter spray paint be used as primer?Community AnswerIt should work. To be sure, try a small area and see how it looks. If it looks good, you can paint the whole area.
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QuestionCan I spray paint on wood that is painted a different color?STRIKINLIGHTNIN -Community AnswerOf course! Just remember to prime the surface first so your desired color doesn't mix with the original color.
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QuestionCan I use spray paint on a Paper Mache project?Community AnswerYes, you can. Be careful you don't apply too much at once. If you do it may ruin the project.
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QuestionWhat do I do if the surface gets dirty when the spray paint is drying?Community AnswerPull it off and let the paint dry. Then use some light sandpaper 220 or 180 grit. Lightly sand a small area around where the debris is. Let dry. If you’re not happy, then repeat the process
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QuestionCan I use a gray primer to start on metal?Community AnswerYes! I would recommend a paint that prevents or converts rust. A filler primer will give you a smoother appearance.
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QuestionHow should I spray paint a metal table?Community AnswerSand or clean the surface and first use primer or metal filler. Then let it dry next and choose your colour. One important thing is to use enamel paint or spray paint.
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