Problems spraying starch? Bottle?
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Problems spraying starch? Bottle?
What is the finest misting spray bottle you have used? OK if I have to purchase a reasonably price product in it as long as I can refill it with 1:2 starch solution.
Now matter which ones I've tried, the solution always seems to come out in bigger drops! Thanks for any help!
Now matter which ones I've tried, the solution always seems to come out in bigger drops! Thanks for any help!
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I find if you spend a little more money you can find a sprayer that is right for you. Check out the garden supply stores. They sometimes have a metal sprayer that is finer and works. However, I have found plastic ones that work too. When spraying the fabric with starch you should let it sit for 5 minutes after spraying to let the starch soak in. Then iron. If you iron your fabric before cutting this is a better way to do it. Doesn't matter so much if the starch comes out heavier.
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I've just been using a regular spray bottle and haven't had any problems, but about a month ago, I picked up a "garden" sprayer to see if it would work for a starch sprayer, it works wonderfully, now I don't have to switch hands when I have a lot of yardage to starch. I'm also thinking of picking up another one for my homemade best press.
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Thanks! I can see a trip to Walmart in my future tomorrow! Why spend more if you don't have to! I'm using the popular 1:2 mixture have had no problems with viscosity, but will sure remember that tip.
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ok, I'm fussy about my spray bottles. I use them a lot because I make up so many of my own "chemicals". I've tried them all...not bragging, just frustrated and particular. The best spray bottle ever is "t e bottle crew" by www.bottlecrew.com in west bloomfield MI 48322. 32 oz or 960 ml The spray top I like is the one on the floral mister (has finger ridges and a flat spike going out the back of the spray unit).....I plan to try the master blaster type soon, because i have other uses for it, but I cant recommend it yet.
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