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Adjust Speed to Prevent Runs

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How Pros Paint Exteriors Flawlessly With an Airless Sprayer

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After an initial coat has been applied, or when making subsequent passes over an already painted area, it's necessary to increase the speed of your spraying motion. This prevents excessive paint buildup on the surface, which can lead to unsightly runs or sags. Always maintain vigilance and monitor the wet paint for any signs of running, especially on areas that have received multiple passes.

Goal: When applying a second coat or working on previously painted areas, increase spraying speed to avoid over-applying paint and causing undesirable runs or sags.

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  • Paint Sprayer

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So, now I've hit this once. So, I want to turn over faster because I don't want to cause a run there. because you've hit that twice. Keep an eye on it for runs. So, you can see I'm

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