Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

After doing a month of research, and almost pulling the trigger on the $90 Wagner HVLP Sprayer, I went to some professional paint equipment review sites and the Graco brand models were always ranked way ahead of the Wagner devices, and usually at the top or near the top. Now, I wasn't going to buy an $800 paint sprayer but, even at the sub $200 price point, Graco True Coat 360 was very well reviewed. So I get my hands on it a couple weeks ago and finally get a chance to use it on a full living room project, INTERIOR painting, with Sherwin Williams Super Paint (EggShell White). I was painting all 4 walls and the ceiling. Here are seven (7) observations: (1) The Sprayer has no Low-High setting. Even though you see the Low-High switch on the videos, THIS particular model does not have any such switch. This is not a deal breaker, but you only get ONE speed. (2) There is a good deal of overspray. This means that you have to do a good job of masking off the entire areas on which you don't want paint. And get a good paint remover, like "Goof Off" brand paint remover... because paint particles will go EVERYWHERE, especially when painting ceilings. (3) Don't use this without a respirator or face mask, and goggles. Add to that: clothes that you care nothing about. Paint will get everywhere. (4) There's NO NEED to thin latex paint. WIN! The highly ranked Wagner at this price point required users to thin out their latex paint for best results. The Graco True Coat 360 does not require that you thin the paint at all. (5) You will use A LOT of paint. This little paint sprayer uses more paint than you would use if painting with brushes or rollers. However.... (6) The results are FANTASTIC. Just keep your arm steady, avoid the wrist bending, and take your time... and your paint project will come out as if you paid a professional to do it. I was able to paint the ceilings WITHOUT a ladder. (7) Commit to the cleanup process. Cleaning the sprayer was not tough - just follow the instructions, and do NOT submerge the sprayer under water. I recommend that you have a five gallon bucket handy, as this will make cleaning the unit a breeze. Also, GET the replacement cup liners. The 32oz cups this unit comes with are very small, and will require very frequent refills on a large project. Fill up a few before you start for faster refills. You will not go wrong with this device, and the results will astound everyone who sees the results.