For the past couple of years there have been a ton of folks on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram and more that have been showing off their automotive painting success with cheap handheld airless paint sprayers. You know, the kind that are intended to shoot household paint on walls, outdoor furniture, etc. These airless paint sprayers are nothing new, but they have gotten better and cheaper in recent years.
But are they worth all the hype? How about one that is specifically designed for shooting automotive paints, rather than household paints?
I own one of the traditional household airless sprayers and it works great. I’ve painted doors, walls, floors, and more with mine. But I’m not sure it would be the right choice for automotive paints. I’ve painted a set of lockers, using Rustoleum, and they turned out pretty nice. Keep in mind, I was shooting satin paint so it wasn’t going to come out shiny regardless of what I shot with. What I did find was that the paint wanted to be thinner than I originally thought though, and when I did get it thinner the paint finish quality went way up.
So can an electric airless sprayer really be the right choice for painting your car at home? I’m as interested as you are to find out.
Video Description
In this video, I’m testing an electric spray gun specifically designed for automotive painting — no air compressor, no HVLP setup — just a plug-in electric gun.
This is my first time using it, and the company asked me to give honest feedback based on real-world use. So instead of talking theory, I’m spraying an actual automotive fender to see how it performs with automotive paint.
The big question: Is this electric spray gun a legitimate option for DIY painters, hobbyists, or home garages?
We’ll look at:
How it sprays automotive paint Atomization and fan pattern.
Ease of use compared to HVLP.
Pros and cons for beginners and home painters.
Whether this could realistically replace a traditional spray gun setup.
Electric spray guns are everywhere right now, but very few are designed specifically for automotive refinishing. This video is about finding out if this one is actually usable — or just another gimmick.
If you’re a DIY painter, weekend hobbyist, or thinking about painting a car at home, this test should give you a realistic idea of what to expect.
Let me know in the comments: Would you trust an electric spray gun for automotive paint?
