I am currently working on the mother of all bookcases:

http://wiki.diyfaq.org.uk/index.php?...AndShelves.png

(its about 8' wide and 9'6" tall - and so far has used about ten 10x8
sheets of material and a shed load of softwood)

Made from mainly MDF and ply sheet materials with softwood doors, face
frame, lippings, mouldings etc.

The intention is to give it a white painted finish - either satin or
gloss. Given the size and mix of materials I quite fancy spraying it
rather than spending days with a brush.

Any recommendations for suitable primer and paint products?

I have a variety of air spray guns and a compressor that is just about
up to it, or would be prepared to invest in a HVLP setup if necessary.


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Cheers,

John.

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In message , John
Rumm writes

I am currently working on the mother of all bookcases:

http://wiki.diyfaq.org.uk/index.php?...AndShelves.png

(its about 8' wide and 9'6" tall - and so far has used about ten 10x8
sheets of material and a shed load of softwood)

That's not a bookcase, it's a library!

Long time since I did any spraying but internal corners are going to be
difficult with air induced. Presumably the shelves can be lifted out and
done separately.

Should you consider taking it to a specialist or hiring *pressure pot*
kit?

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Tim Lamb

On 15/05/2014 11:57, Tim Lamb wrote:
In message , John
Rumm writes

I am currently working on the mother of all bookcases:

http://wiki.diyfaq.org.uk/index.php?...AndShelves.png


(its about 8' wide and 9'6" tall - and so far has used about ten 10x8
sheets of material and a shed load of softwood)

That's not a bookcase, it's a library!

Yup, let's hope the floor is up to it!

Long time since I did any spraying but internal corners are going to be
difficult with air induced. Presumably the shelves can be lifted out and
done separately.

Yup all the shelves come out (they are on adjustable runners at the
sides). I also plan to do the bulk of the painting before its put
together (its basically built from six boxes that will sit on a built in
place and levelled plinth).

Should you consider taking it to a specialist or hiring *pressure pot* kit?

Taking it from the workshop to the lounge is going to be a big enough job!


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Cheers,

John.

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