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Question:

I have never apainted with a spray gun.Do you recomend this and how do you protect the ceiling?

Answer:

Spray guns are for the pros and not the novice. They all overspray and no matter how you protect things, the 'fog' from them is paint that migrates throughout the house. You may not want the effects of this on your furniture. Used outside, that same fog can get to your neighbour's car and he may not want it either.

In the interests of retaining credibility that I worked several decades to establish and in fairness to all, I don’t comment on various (building, electrical, plumbing) codes, brand-specific products, recommend prices, people nor companies for various projects.

Remember, even if you don’t do your own work around the house have to hire someone, you put yourself at a great advantage when you can intelligently discuss a project with the various trades people.

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