Can Paint Sprayers Work?

Paint sprayers are usually a poor choice for small painting projects. You may spend more time with preparation work and with clean-up than you would with the actual painting. Consequently, paint sprayers are best suited for large painting projects—a rarity for most do-it-yourself painters.

Is it worth getting a paint sprayer?

As long as you're into taping sheets of plastic on the walls and you've got a bottomless budget for paint, a sprayer is worth considering. It has its strong points, but it's not a truly practical replacement for the old brush and roller.

Do you need special paint for a paint sprayer?

The paint of choice used in sprayers should flow smoothly and evenly through the sprayer's hose and out the nozzle without clogging. ... Airless pain sprayers work with oil-based paint or stain. HVLP paint sprayers work with oil-based paint, but thicker paints such as water-based latex can clog the sprayer.