
Most spray paints can be recoated within 30 minutes, making it easy to apply several coats. If a thicker finish is needed, it is recommended to apply several coats. For small objects, a makeshift “spray booth” can be made out of a cardboard box.ĭue to the small nozzle size, spray paint is thinned considerably, making each coat extremely thin. For that reason, one needs to be careful about where they are spray painting, selecting a location where the overspray can’t damage anything. The process of atomizing the paint tends to cause droplets to float around in the air, landing in places you may not want. One does need to watch out for overspray when using spray paint, just as they would with a large spray gun. If that little step is forgotten, the can may not work the next time. The only actual cleaning needed is to turn the can upside-down for a moment and spray, allowing the propellant to clear out the nozzle, so that it doesn't clog. There are no brushes or rollers to clean and no spray gun to take apart. Available in a wide range of colors, spray paints make it easy to match decorative items to home decor, repair scratches and nicks in car finishes and provide quick and easy protection from the weather for items intended to be left outdoors. Spray allows you to apply an even coat of paint to an object, without leaving tell-tale brush strokes. When small or intricate objects need to be painted, there’s nothing that works better than a can of spray paint.
