Find The HVLP Sprayer For You
All about HVLPs and how to get the sprayer you'll be happy with if you want to start spraying to speed up your finishing! I talk specifically about the HomeRight Super Finish Max, Earlex 5500, and Earlex 6003. But, go over all the fundamentals of HVLP systems and show you what to look for depending on how you'll be using it to get the best value for your money.
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Sprayers I use:
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Earlex 5500: https://amzn.to/2SMhjWj
Earlex 6003: https://amzn.to/2SKucjJ
Watch the video to see:
How HVLP sprayers work
Comparison of spraying results
My thoughts on what type of projects/user each sprayer is best for
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