Renata wrote:

I would like to get a spray system for poly to save a lotta hassle
when finishing my (future) kitchen cabinets. Probably would steer
away from Harbor Freight. I remeber Apollo and Fuji as two brands
that folks liked.

Using a foam brsuh to put 3 coats on each cabinet..., well, let's just
say been there, done that, don't want to repeat.

Having done a little research, via googling the rec posts mainly, I
couldn't find the thread I sorta remembered that had some pretty good
dialogue on this subject.

What I found was HVLP is good. HVLP is bad for poly. Etc.

What I'm looking for are recommendations of "systems" from folks
who've used them.

What would the folks who've had experience get (now that they are
experienced) in a similar situation. I haven't used any sort of spray
system but am willing to invest in a decent system. I have come to
learn that cheap is often not worth the future hassles.

Wouldn't mind if it could later be used for paint as well, but that's
secondary.

Another question that arises is, how hard is it to get the spraying
technique down?

Last but not least, how 'bout some resources where I can read up on
how to use this thing

Thanx
Renata
Hmm...I found the Apollo a most uncomfortable gun to hold, so I went
with Accuspray. I've never regretted my decision, but it is pricey.
I've sprayed poly, so I don't know why you are stating that HVLP for
poly is "bad". I don't really like using poly, so I avoid it where
possible.

Practicing with tip sizes, thinning ratios, cap sizes, pressure setting,
distance from tip to surface, speed and overlap should allow you to
successfully spray just about any material out there. Two more
variables: fluid and fan adjustment, on the gun. I've sprayed stains,
poly, lacquer, water borne poly, even latex (you need a powerful HVLP to
do that correctly). The one product that I didn't prefer spraying was
shellac; I wipe it on instead of spraying. Probably I didn't thin it
enough for spraying, but since I'm content with wiping it, I haven't
don't additional research.

You can read about using an HVLP until the cows come home, but
ultimately you need to just get out there and PRACTICE. Don't practice
on your projects!

Dave