Is it OK to spray latex, oil, and lacquer based paints through the same sprayer, gun, and hose?
TRADEWORKS sprayers can spray all types of latex and oil based materials. However, the sprayer is not designed to spray lacquer. There are a few other considerations that you should be aware of. Be sure that all equipment is of sufficient size and of a high enough pressure rating to work with the material that is being sprayed. Another issue to be aware of is that no matter how well a sprayer is cleaned out, some residue will remain behind. It is not uncommon to have pigmented paints contaminate a clear coating like varnish or urethane. Switching between water-based and solvent-based materials can also make the insides of the pump gummy and sticky. Ideally, we would recommend two different sprayers, but at the very least, you should use a dedicated hose for clear coatings.
