You don't state the type of paint, it's condition, or recommendations for application.You also don't state the type and strength of your spray equipment.
I've rented high volume, quality sprayers, airless and otherwise that are easily able to pump out latex or oil based paints.
From the maunfacturer the consistency of the paint when new or well sealed is already approprite for spraying, even Wagner equipment, which I refuse to use any longer, can do the job on occassion.
Perhaps the question is more, What is the condition of the sprayer///espec. nozzle etc, and what is the condition of the paint? Do you know? Do you suppose that the paint needs straining? Or that something in the equipment, IE, nozzles, fittings, etc. are fouling due to damage?
Rev. StevenMy spray gun clogs to much.sould i be mixing the paint with something?
You can use paint thinner. It's pretty easy to use and dilute. Your spray gun should come with directions for doing it. If not, ask at the hardware store.
you can thin latex paint with water. You may also have to clean the nozzle more thoroughly. The sprayer's manual should offer some guidance. Some textured paints require a special nozzle.
When using a spray gun it is always best to strain any paint even if it is new. Most paint stores sell strainers. you can also strain through cloth or fine mesh screen wire.
The thickness of your paint should not clog your gun but it will disrupt the spray pattern and if it is too thick it may not spray at all IE: just drip from the gun. Follow the instructions on the can for thinning or try thinning to the consistency of whole milk. I hope this helps.
It could have a lot to do with your air pressure. Not having enough air pressure would do it.
Get a bucket with paint thinner and after every spray or when you take a break set your tip down into the bucket. You can also try a product called flotrol which really just thins out the paint. I find it work better than just paint thinner itself.
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