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b1x4nqb
Joined: 14 Aug 2006
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Location: Orwigsburg, PA
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| Posted: Thu May 01, 2008 8:37 am Post subject: Painting |
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I'm getting ready for the painting process and was wondering what you guys did for fresh air? Did you use a breather unit or just a face mask? I find the $1k units that are hvlp are really expensive for one paint job but cool for my lungs. Just wondering what set ups you guys have or will be using?
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082
Joined: 16 Feb 2008
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Location: wisconsin
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| Posted: Thu May 01, 2008 10:15 am Post subject: |
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Which paint are using? What does the manufacturer recomment, mask or fresh air?
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stede52
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Location: Carnation, WA
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| Posted: Thu May 01, 2008 10:33 am Post subject: |
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I know the polytone and Stuart Systems (water based) require only a good respirator mask. The aerothanes top coats and superflite system require a fresh air system which is the case for most two part urethane paints except for the water based systems. I happen to have a turbine paint compressor which comes with a fresh air attachment.
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b1x4nqb
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I was going to go with Poly Fiber but am sticking with Superflite. They recommend a fresh air system but I know of at least 1 person who used just a mask. I'd like to find a place that rents the combo units but can't find anyone online that does. Their about a grand to buy and having never painted before, I am having a hard time justifying the cost for a one time project.
Also, is it wise to paint in an attached garage with those nasty isocyanates (spelling?) being right next door? I plan to add the plastic, a fan and filter etc. but wanted your opinions. I like it in there because the temperature is nice and regulated. My workshop is very moody and has gotten up to 90 degrees already this spring on warm days. Down to the 40's at night. Also, I have 2 young kids, the wife, a dog, etc. to be concerned about.
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082
Joined: 16 Feb 2008
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Location: wisconsin
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| Posted: Thu May 01, 2008 7:57 pm Post subject: |
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I have a turbine system that allows for fresh air. I love it. For many years I used a conventional spray gun for the nasty 2 parts. I've had chemical pneumonia twice from painting without the fresh air setup while using a mask. I would not paint in an attached garage. (I have, but I was single at the time) It is near impossible to keep the fumes out of the house.
I've painted friends projects. They did all the prep, I went over and did the paint, they bought the beer. Check with your EAA chapter. You might find someone to help you out.
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