Protect nearby surfaces from “overspray” with masking or painter’s tape and painter’s plastic or newspapers; in windy, outdoor conditions, airborne paint particles may drift farther than you expect. Set your paint and thinner on a suitable surface so that spills will not damage anything.
It’s best to test-paint a piece of scrap wood or cardboard before tackling the main job. This way, you can adjust the nozzle if necessary to get a finer spray pattern.
Epoxy paints and paints that use a catalyst (two-part paints) cannot be returned to the original can; they must be used entirely or disposed of properly once mixed.
