How can gun speed be adjusted?

Adjusting the gun speed is crucial for achieving the desired finish when painting, and one effective way to do this is by changing your movement speed while spraying. Slowing down allows for more paint to be deposited on the surface, which helps to wet the panel and create a smoother finish. Conversely, increasing speed while spraying can prevent runs or drips by applying less paint to the surface at any given time. This adjustment directly affects the amount of material applied and the quality of the finish.

Using different sized nozzles can impact the spray pattern and the amount of paint that comes out, but it does not specifically control gun speed in the context of how quickly the gun moves. Also, altering the distance from the panel influences the coverage and atomization of the paint, while changing the paint mixture affects the viscosity and flow characteristics of the paint rather than the speed at which the gun is operated. Therefore, understanding how to control your spraying speed relative to your technique is essential for ensuring a high-quality finish in painting and refinishing tasks.