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There\u2019s nothing more annoying than finding hard bits, flakes and other dirt in your paint. Straining paint is a smart solution that saves you paint, time and money. And ultimately delivers a better finish. There are already various paint strainers on the market, each with its own advantages. GO!PAINT also has a new range of paint strainers. These have been specially developed to make it easier to strain paint, coatings and other liquids without having to stand by them. So they can be used hands-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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When should you strain paint?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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As soon as hard particles, dust or other contaminants have got into the paint, you can strain it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Straining paint saves a lot of hassle, as picking particles out of the paint afterwards is not only inconvenient but also damages the paint finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A good opportunity to strain the paint is immediately after opening the main container. With wall paint, you can strain it when the bucket is being used for a second time.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n

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  • Small particles are easily noticeable in lacquer <\/strong>work. You want a flawless finish, particularly on smooth surfaces such as doors, window frames and furniture. For a mirror-finish door or other high-gloss projects, sieving paint is absolutely essential.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • It is also recommended to sieve wall paint<\/strong> if the bucket is being used for a second time or has been left open for a while. When sieving wall paint, choose a sieve or filter with a larger mesh size than you would use for varnish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • When spraying <\/strong>paint, a (fine) paint strainer is almost always used to prevent your spray gun from becoming blocked. You can also fit a GO!PAINT paint strainer to a hopper if you\u2019re going to be spray painting. This prevents the system from becoming blocked (any sooner) and ensures you make the most of your paint.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Another good time to strain the paint is at the end of the project, when there is some paint left over. Pour this back into the original container or a smaller new container through the FILTER, so that you only keep the pure paint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    There are also situations where you may need to strain the paint whilst you\u2019re actually painting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    For example, if dust or pollen gets into the paint, or if you\u2019ve picked up dust on your brush whilst painting. And sometimes you might unexpectedly come across a small skin in the paint that initially looked fine.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n

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    What types of paint strainers are there?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    There are various types of strainers in terms of shape and material, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. The most commonly used strainers are paper (disposable) cone strainers, cup filters for spraying, nets (or tights) or reusable filter systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Choosing a mesh size<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Depending on the paint thickness and temperature, as well as the speed and accuracy you require, you should choose a mesh size.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    This is also referred to in microns: the lower the number of microns, the finer the filter.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n

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    Step-by-step guide: how to strain paint easily<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    1. Always start by stirring the paint thoroughly with a clean paint stirrer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Place your strainer on top of a bucket, can or hopper.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Pour the required amount of paint through the strainer into the paint bucket or tray you intend to work from.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. Allow the paint to flow through slowly. This ensures you always start with clean paint.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      In this video, you can see just how simple the GO!PAINT filter system is to use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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