Frequently Asked Questions...
How do you remove latex paint over-spray from aluminum window screens?
I used one of those airless paint sprayers to paint the ceiling of my screened-in porch and although I tried to cover them, some paint over-spray did settle on the screens some areas. During the day it's really not noticeable but at night it sticks out badly. The screens are non-removable and made of aluminum. I don't want to get paint remover all over the areas below them that are freshly painted. The paint is latex. Any ideas? Thanks!
Answer:
Are you sure the screens are non-removable? It would be a terrible design to build a porch where you could not remove the screens for repair. I would be willing to bet you can unscrew them even if they are not slide out. You really should try to remove them to do this.
I have peel away paint removal which is brush on paint removal where you cover the paint remover with a sheet of special paper. About 4 hours later, you peel back the paper and the paint comes with it. You can do this with the screen still on but you typically want to wash the screen afterwards.
If you have a power washer, that would also clean the screen well (again, assuming removal)
Airless Paint Sprayer
Magnum LTS Airless Sprayer - How To Spray
Airless Paint Sprayers
Airless paint sprayers use a pumping action to force paint through a nozzle at the end of the gun. They produce a misty fog that settles fast when it comes into contact with air. These sprayers come in various designs and are made by different companies, examples would be the Graco paint sprayers, Wagner paint sprayers, Campbell Hausfeld and of course the Fuji sprayers. They are usually made for outdoor applications and a consumer usually has a choice for either using a large or a small pump.
The airless paint sprayers offer a good finish on wood siding, wood fences, sheds and garages, metal, stucco, lawn furniture, lattice among other outdoor surfaces. It would also be important to note here that these sprayers come in three types i.e. the diaphragm pump; which is very hardy for 'do it yourself' home enthusiasts, piston pump; for professional sprayers, and the Double stroke piston pumps for construction work.
These sprayers come with different price ranges and they can cost anywhere between $150 to $3,000 depending on the type of project to be undertaken and the amount of horse power required. All said and done, before settling for a particular spray gun one should check the air and fluid controls to make sure that they work perfectly.
You should also ensure that the gun is easy to clean. I would go for a gun that makes spraying a pleasure all the time. After you are done with the job of painting it is usually advisable to unplug the gun and release the pressure trapped inside. These is done to avoid accidents that might happen if it is unplugged by someone else. As a precaution it would also be advisable to keep it out of the reach of children all the time. The damage it can do to your child cannot be overlooked.
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