How to Make a DIY Spray Painting Tent

Learn how to build a spray paint booth using a camping tent, air filters, lights, and simple supplies to create a simple spray paint tent. As a DIYer, you know how fun it is to create projects that can make your home look amazing. But the downside of spray painting is having to worry about overspray while painting, dust particles messing up your project (not to mention the summer bugs…yuck!), winter time slowing you down, and the hassle of setting up all the plastic each and every time!

Not anymore! With this simple tutorial, you’ll learn how to make your own DIY spraying painting tent in no time. In just three easy steps, you’ll have a makeshift booth for all of your favorite spray paint designs – without any worries!

***DISCLAIMER: I am only using this setup with latex/water-based paint — Always follow the directions on the type of paint you use regarding flammability and combustion. ***This is for latex WATER-based paint only.

SUPPLIES NEEDED TO MAKE A DIY SPRAY PAINTING TENT:

• A tent (This is the one I used: Ozark Trail 14′ x 10′ Family Cabin Tent)
• Paint Sprayer (Highly recommend this one: Graco TC Pro Cordless Airless Paint Sprayer)
• Work light set up (Clamped Work Light & Ultra Bright LED Light Bulb)
• 20-in Box Fan
• (2 packs) Filtrete Air Filters 20×20- 2-Pack
• Tyvek Paint Protective Coveralls
• Respirator

Step 1: set up the tent

First, grab your outdoor camping tent like this Ozark Trail 14′ x 10′ Family Cabin Tent that sleeps 10-12 people. It ia nice and roomy for all of my project supplies! It was pretty simple to put together by myself, but if you had a helper, it would go much faster!

I love using this spray paint tent / booth especially during the winter time! When it’s too cold or rainy to go outside (or let’s be honest, when the summer bugs come around) this is so much easier— not to mention you can fold it back down and put it away to use again and again. **This is NOT used for sleeping / camping anymore. Just painting! **

Step 2: Set up the air filter system

Time to set up the air filter system. Start by gathering the necessary materials: 4 20-in x 20-in air filters (preferably with a MERV rating of 11 or higher) and a fan. Square up the 4 air filters so they are standing and all four sides are touching, then attach the 20-in Box Fan on top of the fair filters (air blowing upwards). Secure in place with packing tape. Be sure the arrows are pointing towards the center to allow for filtration of paint particles. You will need to replace the filters regularly, as they will become clogged over time with use.

Step 3: Start Spraying paint

Hang lights in your spray paint booth so you can clearly see what you are doing. I like to use 60-Watt Ultra Bright LED Light Bulb 6500K with 10 Adjustable Light Panels because they have 7500 lumens, they are energy efficient and super bright, even at night. The light fits nicely in a Clamped Work Light for hanging.

Once you’re all set up, grab your Graco TC Pro Cordless Airless Paint Sprayer, Tyvek Paint Protective Coveralls, respirator and you are ready to go!

*Disclaimer: This is latex water based paint.

I am loving the look of these finished pieces! They are perfectly coated, smoothly finished, dust and bug free and I even stayed warm inside my garage in the peak of winter!

I’d love to hear! Is this something you think you’ll try? Let me know in the comments!

Project Supplies

Ozark Trail 14′ x 10′ Family Cabin Tent | Graco TC Pro Cordless Airless Paint Sprayer | Clamped Work Light | 60-Watt Ultra Bright LED Light Bulb 6500K with 10 Adjustable Light Panels | 20-in Box Fan | Filtrete Air Filters 20×20- 2-Pack | Tyvek Paint Protective Coveralls

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