Haik brush substitute

Karen G · Post by **Karen G** » Mon Dec 08, 2003 8:24 pm

What kind of brush can I use instead of a HAIK brush for painting on shelf primer? I don't have any available shops around here, and don't want to wait to order one. Thanks
-K

Kitty · Post by **Kitty** » Mon Dec 08, 2003 8:28 pm

you can airbrush it on, if you happen to have that equipment. but you could try any soft brush, and then sort of buff the surface after it has dried. someone told me recently he uses wadded up pantyhose to smooth off the surface.

Brock · Post by **Brock** » Mon Dec 08, 2003 8:29 pm

Karen G wrote:What kind of brush can I use instead of a HAIK brush for painting on shelf primer? I don't have any available shops around here, and don't want to wait to order one. Thanks
-K

Any kind, it doesn't really matter. Brock

Don Burt · Post by **Don Burt** » Mon Dec 08, 2003 8:49 pm

They have goat hair brushes at Michaels that look like haik brushes to me. If they don't have real haik brushes, they have a bazillion other satisfactory replacements. I see that there's a Michaels in Ocala.

DonMcClennen · Post by **DonMcClennen** » Mon Dec 08, 2003 9:28 pm

Home Depot--standard 4" house painting brush does a great job, fast.

Karen G · Post by **Karen G** » Tue Dec 09, 2003 12:30 am

Thanks for all the replys. I will be heading out to Lowes tomorrow as it is right next door. Didn't want to use any taboo tactics on my first attempt. Still a little intimidated by the kiln, but have it all cleaned and ready to fire up tomorrow. Spent the day moving all the yard chemicals out of my shed, even though they were on the other side, didn't want to take any chances.

Ya'll have been most helpful, as always! Thank you!

Karen

daffodildeb · Post by **daffodildeb** » Tue Dec 09, 2003 2:32 am

I use a spray bottle. Takes seconds and works well. Be sure to shake well before each layer.

Geri Comstock · Post by **Geri Comstock** » Tue Dec 09, 2003 3:37 am

I use one of those sponge brushes for painting walls. It works just fine.

Geri

Victoria Nelson · Post by **Victoria Nelson** » Tue Dec 09, 2003 4:13 pm

I use a paint roller with tray. Its quick, handy for big kiln shelves and leaves a nice finish!

PDXBarbara · Post by **PDXBarbara** » Wed Dec 10, 2003 3:47 am

daffodildeb wrote:I use a spray bottle. Takes seconds and works well. Be sure to shake well before each layer.

Doesn't the nozzle clog? Or, do you grind up the particles before you dilute your wash?
Thanks, BB

daffodildeb · Post by **daffodildeb** » Wed Dec 10, 2003 4:05 am

Nope--I don't do a thing. I've been using Hotline's kiln wash and haven't tried anyone elses' but I only scoop the powder into a container, add the proper amount of water, and then shake vigorously (lid on!). I pour this "soup" into the sprayer and have at it. Each time I spray I shake it up--that's it.

PDXBarbara · Post by **PDXBarbara** » Wed Dec 10, 2003 4:09 am

daffodildeb wrote:Nope--I don't do a thing. I've been using Hotline's kiln wash and haven't tried anyone elses' but I only scoop the powder into a container, add the proper amount of water, and then shake vigorously (lid on!). I pour this "soup" into the sprayer and have at it. Each time I spray I shake it up--that's it.

Interesting..... I use BE wash. When I've used a sprayer it's joined the dead parrot society PDQ! hmmm.
BB

daffodildeb · Post by **daffodildeb** » Wed Dec 10, 2003 4:58 am

I have some of it--running out of the Hotline. I'll let you know if it's different. Maybe it's the sprayer?

PDXBarbara · Post by **PDXBarbara** » Wed Dec 10, 2003 5:03 pm

daffodildeb wrote:I have some of it--running out of the Hotline. I'll let you know if it's different. Maybe it's the sprayer?

Could be... but it was a heavy duty sprayer...
BB

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