How to Make a Custom Paint Booth with Filter & Lights!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 6 ก.ย. 2024
- Disclaimer: This paint booth is intended for hobby use. We plan to use it only for non-VOC paint (mostly acrylic paints applied with an airbrush). In hindsight, wood wasn't the best choice of material for the frame due to how flammable it is. Years of accumulated paint could make this paint booth a fire hazard. I intend to replace all of the frame parts with less flammable material soon. Build your own paint booth at your own risk.
Bill made a super handy custom Paint booth to help him paint more safely in the shop AND ventilate the laser cutter at the same time! Follow along to see how Bill makes this one-of-a-kind piece.
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2 x 4 Wood Planks
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37" (x5)
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Scrap wood boards
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Check out the full list of tools and materials used in this build along with some progress photos on the Punished Props website! punishedprops.com/2019/03/18/custom-spray-booth/
when dealing with paints, how often does the filter need to be changed out? i would assume faaaairly regularly if your doing a bit of kit building and other painting hobbies a few times a week? just assuming the paint would gunk it up pretty quick relative to standard 1-3 month filter life lol
Easy Trick: Suspend your fan/air pump from some rope. it makes such a huge difference in isolating and reducing noise!
Bill the fan you're talking about from a furnace is called the inducer motor assembly. When you say furnace blower the motor for those are in the blower assembly itself and could start a fire. The inducer motor assembly is what exhaust a gas furnace and you can probably call a local HVAC company to see if they have one from a scrapped furnace that works still. I work for a HVAC company and we have hundreds of old ones just laying around and even give them away for free. Just a prop enthusiast trying to clear up some confusion and keep people safe!
EDIT: After watching Bob's setup i see what you meant by a furnace blower. you can find those on old oil furnaces or industrial furnaces. really not that common anymore sadly
Link to a new one for refrence : www.amazon.com/702112479-Replacement-Furnace-Exhaust-Inducer/dp/B00FQR8WES
How to save 95% of the time used on this. use an old closet that you either have in a permanent spot or on wheels.
Hey Bill, I was wondering if you can build something for me. If so, how much would it cost? If it would cost anything at all.
The tape trick to place the screws for the lights is genius.
came here to say the same thing. absolutely brilliant TBH
Stealing it!
I saw that too! He does that for a lot of trickery!! :)
Welcome to blue collar common sense.
Tape to mark the holes for the screws for the light mount. Dammit where has this trick been my whole life???
It's probably the simplest thing I that whole video and I thought the same thing. :)
I photocopy the bottom of things a lot.....
I'm glad I wasn't the only one that thought the same thing about the tape! LOL
I'll be using that tape trick the next time I mount a power bar or something similar. So simple.
What I've done (although it wouldn't fit in that location) is I put a piece of masking tape on the edge of my 48" level, and I mark on the tape where the holes go. That way I get my hole spaced correctly and level.
Pro tip (from an amateur woodworker) - If you're building two sides that are going to be identical, lay the second side on top of the finished first side so you can use the first side as a jig. No measuring needed and if you made any slight measurement errors on the first side, they will match on the second.
Great tip!
I am happy that Bill shared this with us. For anyone looking to get the parts listed in the description be aware of the following. The (Furnace Blower) listed will NOT have a power cord, an on-off switch, mounting bracket or any way to connect the intake hose. If that is going to be a problem for you, you may want to look for a different one.
I wish I would have read this before ordering everything. Kind of a bummer none of it comes with instructions, or that Bill didnt warn us about that...
you wouldnt happen to be know a good recommendation would you? One that comes with a power cord, the proper flanges, and the measurements? Thanks so much!
@@mikezufelt8172 You can order in line fans that come with charcoal filters and dryer vent hose fairly cheap off of Amazon
Awesome sauce. I've had a blower sitting in my shop for over a year intended for this. Now I am inspired to get it done! By the way, love that little trick with the tape to mark out the holes for the light screws . . . genius!!!
Cant wait to see how it turns out!
Kreg pocket screws are AMAZING! I would suggest, however, looking at the instructions about setting the collar depth. You will get a much stronger joint.
I was thinking the exact same thing.
Great information-thank you!
This and the distance from the edge of the board should be in the instructions too
Those pocket holes are far too deep. If the point of the drill breaks through, think how much wood is left for the screw to hold on to.
Came to say this. You don't want the drill to come out the end of the wood.
I love it when my favorite TH-camr makers reference each other.
Awesome and functional cart! If you use PVC or rigid aluminum ductwork, you might get better air flow. The flexible duct used may collapse if the vacuum pressure is too high. Also, the Kreg Jig for the pocket holes has a depth guide/setting to make sure your depth collar is set correctly. Baffles are a great idea. You can use a cheap set of window blinds to make them easily.
two of my favorite youtube content. prop making and carpentry melded into one video. love it!
I love the little comedic-clips at the beginning and throughout the video, they really mark this channel’s progress and how comfortable Bill and Brit have become in front of the camera!
So glad you're having as much fun as we are :)
Punished Props Academy: The videos y’all make are always fun!
I like that power strip with the switches out front and plugs in the back.
The perfectionist side of me wants to fly to Seattle and turn that power strip right side up but overall great job on the DIY paint booth. :)
OohzyJohnDow its a textbook example of function over form. Perfect for its intended use. :-)
You nailed it! The power wasn’t long enough (to reach the outlet on the right) if we left the strip in the upright position.
I dont know about you, but the banana is the perfect cutting tool. You give the piece of wood its daily dose of potassium and BOOM! Its now cut into the sizes you need. Its a flawless method.
7:08 Hey Bill, pocket holes are the correct option for that. You never want to screw, or nail into endgrain (or even glue actually). The joint is weak and will fail over time. Screwing through the endgrain to the long grain is several times stronger since you're basically screwing through a pilot hole that the smooth shank of the screw will live in, and the screw threads will grip into the cross grain. That's the real reason you need special screws with pocket holes. Just adjust your depth correctly :-).
Side note, I have a box full of 20x20 4" thick filters that didn't fit my furnace that I'm going to do something similar with.
enjoyed the video Bill - I built a booth based on the one in a Kamui Cosplay book - she made it simple by using a cabinet from IKEA and cutting a hole for the filter and adding lights and a fan. I had an old cabinet so I gave it a go and it works great. Easier if you don' thane the room or the tools to build the cabinet.
What kind of fan did she use?
The tape to template the mounting holes for the lights was worth the price of admission
Simple, elegant solutions are VERY satisfying.
Excellent - I was interested to build one. Thanks for posting.
You're so very welcome!
Great tutorial. I built one very similar to yours a few years ago for my modeling hobby using 2x4’s and plywood. Due to space limitations of my shop I had to mount my blower and filter on the bottom surface of the spray box. I covered the filter with a metal grate, which serves as the “floor” of the painting area. It creates a down-draft that works surprising well.
The blower/motor was the most expensive part. I bought mine at a hydroponics store for about $65. I love your power switch bank. I’m going to make that an upgrade to my booth.
Since my son took up prop making and cosplay, my booth gets a lot of use. You’ve been a big inspiration to my son. You and Andrew DFT are his favorite makers.
That's fantastic! So glad to hear that :)
Watching someone, who I consider a professional, learn a new tool like the pocket hole jig was truly refreshing. I recently started using that tool myself and had the same 'fun' learning about it. Thanks for showing that you are still human Bill and not an instant expert with every tool you pick up. I won't mention the power strip being upside down and it killing my OCD soul. That seems petty and I know you will correct it. Great vid.
We're all human and we all have a learning curve! I actually installed the strip upside down so the cord would reach where I wanted - just to ease your mind :)
My booth is like 12 years old now and built out of 2x2 frame (really just 2x4s ripped down the middle) , cardboard sides (old boxes), and duct tape to seal it up. Made it where it all unbolts into flat panels to store when I'm not using it.
FYI, there should be a guide on the Kreg pocket screw packaging that shows you where to put the drill bit collar for different wood thickness. I did the exact same thing Bill did the first time I used pocket screws, too excited about new tools to read the instructions!!! Also, I think the double pocket screw guide is the way to go.
Hey bill! The joint where the ends pointed out, you were still right to use pocket holes. While they do help with awkward places, their job is actually for strength not ease. Screws going into end grain don’t hold well because of the orientation of fibers, so with the pocket holes your never going straight into endgrain, but still slightly against it in each piece. That gives the threads better bite and leads to a stronger, longer lasting joint.
I made a similar version some time ago using a plastic garage cabinet I had. It was already together, so all I had to do was cut a large square out in the back and make a spacer for the filter and put the cut-out section back with a 4" adapter for connecting my dust collection hose. It's light and can be moved easily when not needed. I do need better lighting, so I will use your idea for that. Great video Sir.
That's great! We're happy to help :)
Two things. 1, I'm 90% sure that filter is in backwards. There will be a marking on the edge saying which way the air will flow. 2, you could put construction adhesive or caulk on the wood before you attach it to the frame to make the edges airtight and just tape the butt joints.
IVE BEEN FOLLOWING FOR YEARS and I always thought to myself "oof I wish PPA would make a video about how to build a painting booth". THANK YOU I LOVE YOU BILL
Taaaaaaah daaaaaah!
@@punishedprops you're the best I've come to like Mondays better because of your videos
Awesome build, but the filter is in backwards the cross hatching is there to prevent the filter from being pulled in when the filter starts to get clogged and pull out the Kreg instructions out of file 13 and your screws won't peek through anymore.
Great build Bill. The gap filler we all use on foam Kwik seal would work well for sealing all of those gaps for when the duck tape dies eventually.
I know it must seem everyone has an idea of what another guy outta do, but I was thinking. I would line the inside of the booth with the panels, and (hope I get the name of this correct;) a builders paper? a roll about 30" wide, maybe 100" long. Duct tape that on, and then replace as needed. It's heavy weight and takes a bit of a beating. Another fun watch :)
*Is watching Punished Props after work*
*Sees Bill's trick to put the mounting screws in for his lights*
IT'S SO SIMPLE! Video was worth it just for that!
Right? It's so easy to over-engineer and miss a simple solution.
Hi Bill , nice spray booth .
Can i give you some humble tips ?
You can experiment with the lights , it maybe would be more practical if you mount the lighting in the top front inner corner , that way you get less chance to get" over spray " on to the lights and you could easy look from both sides to the parts you painted to see if you missed some spots or have some thin coated spots without blinding yourself from staring right in the light source by accident .
Also you can consider to use hooks or eye hook bolts with a washer and self locking nut so they can turn free in that upper beam to easely spin the part for spraying all sides .
That way you can always aim straight forward to the direction of the filter.
One more little thing : pocket holes will always be better and stronger than screwing in the end grain of wood.
Thanks for for showing all those beautiful props you made , there are always some golden tips in your videos so again thanks for sharing.
Based on other comments, I expect he will go with the alternative solution of putting cling wrap or clear cellophane tape over the lights, which can be easily and quickly replaced when overspray becomes an issue in blocking light.
he tends to use wire when hanging parts, which can be bent to expose the other side without worrying about it twisting back around, but some king of spinning hook is a good idea.
Also, I think he's aware that screwing into endgrain is not effective connection, given he demonstrated this at 4:06.
Excellent spray box!! Nice use of tuberfers!
Thanks very much!
Read the Kreg instructions, Bill.
Instructions r gud.
Seconded.
Instructions are for wimps.
Sure, killah...
At 7:00, now I see why you guys were mentioning reading the directions, lol.
Great video! I'm on a search to make one for my basement. You gave me a bunch of ideas Thanks much!
You're very welcome!
Slick. Love the gaff tape used to template holes for the light housings.
Thanks very much!
Love the tape trick for mounting the lights. You don't know how many times I've miss-measured mounting holes on things.
If you end up closing the bottom compartment, i suggest that you put a flow indicator somewhere on the water tube, to check that the water pump is working properly.
That is amazing, not ugly but functional.
Thanks very much!
Love the Baby Label Jr. Like the use of materials and love the show!
That trick using the duct tape to transfer the hole locations from the light to the wood is really clever. Hopefully I'll remember that next time I need to mount something like that.
I had the next size up kreg jig that you have a long time ago that had little sliding arms to determine how far back the holes were set. I believe the thickness of the board you are drilling into determined how far back the jig is set from the end so the hole is roughly center, and how far up your collar is is determined by the thickness of the board you're screwing to so that the screw doesnt poke out the back side.
Thats a nice booth . A tad high , I do prefer to sit and spray . But the tape idea for light securing , brilliant . I do love the the door block with the pipe fixing to keep it wind , particle and weather free . Outstanding tool kit as well .
Glad you like it! If I want to sit I just drag over a stool :)
This is a great project! Using the duct tape to mark where the holes should be drilled for the lights is such a fabulous idea!! And those bloopers!!! My people need me! 😂
It took me about two minutes to read that one... Moving way too fast.
I like how you innovated and used one blower for two functions. Also the garage door vent.
Perfect timing! I’m about to build a paint booth for my shop, so lots of good new ideas for me! Thanks!
Right on!
If you have a Biscuit Joiner, that's what you'd normally want to use to put wood together like you did for the back
Thank you! We’ll need to get one of those.
@@punishedprops You can buy it as a router accessory too and not just as a standalone tool
@@punishedprops you can have mine, been sitting for years. I have other methods I prefer.
Biscuit joiners don't actually add any strength to the joint.
I know there are other videos on this but I'm VERY happy you guys released one of your own! I'm moving and will be needing to build one of my own.
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That cutting tool was bananas
You may say in looks crap mate but I think it looks great for a prop maker and not a carpenter/cabinetmaker so well done on the build mate
Seems that the hardest part for me is sourcing a fan that's not going to get me blown up!
Christopher Pearson I went to a boating store and bought engine room exhaust fans. Rated for moisture and explosive environments, win win.
Use a fan with a brushless motor.
Would a bathroom exhaust fan work
Hey bill if you let the jigsaw Do the work and not try and push it through more you can stop the waving of the jigsaw when it cuts. p.s I’m loving the content mate keeep up the good work.
Id suggest to cover the OSB with something because of two thing.... if water get on it for what ever reason will just crumble and 2nd OSB are notoriously for handing free splinter out. Id recommend to sand the edges of the expose osb and coating it with something smooth like Resin or expoxy for example or jut layer them with duct table just something to protect OSB and you
This is AWESOME. I have wanted to make something like this but didn't know where to start
Wonderful! So happy to be of assistance!
i built one just before xmas using foam core artboard, taped the exterior and hot glued the edges on the interior. It works surprisingly well and is obviously very light :)
You should line the inside with a very cheap and clear plastic. Like the thickness of a plastic tablecloth. That way you can replace it easier as it gets dirty, keeping your coroplast clean.
That’s a great idea! We have some of that translucent tarp plastic we could use.
Funny reading comments!!! Why the Hell are " So many Pros " watching YOUR video???? Guess they got bored and wanted to critique a amateur!!! I Always read the comments!! Always laughing to myself at Stupid Crap ppl say!! HOWEVER there's usually a person or two that Cleverly slide in a Legitimate, Excellent tip!!
This is pretty close to what I was looking for. Thank you!
When I saw you use tape to mark the distance between the holes of you neon lights, so you could bàput the screws in the right spot, I almost facepalmed. Why didn't I think of that when I had power bars to mount? The rest of the video is cool too. :)
We’re all learning so much from this project!
@luc I was thinking the same thing.
I have no space for this in my room.. but I need this!! xD
I'm currently painting into a large Amazon box balanced on a clothes airer in the bath with a boxfan sucking out the window.
You Just Gotta Want It™
Google spray tent - they're like little kiddie pop up tents and you can get ones with gauze at the back where you can slot a filter in. Ours is a lifesaver in a small space, it swaps out with the sewing machine.
Banana is clearly the superior cutting apparatus
Was fun to see build something out of wood. I definitely need to find a good furnace blower and make a paint booth for my wife.
Glad you enjoyed the project!
Tubba furs!!! Lol totally could watch you build stuff all day long. Wish i lived in Seattle to come see your shop, and learn from the masters.
Thanks for your support, so glad you enjoyed this tutorial!
Love the setup. I'd switch the lights out for a more white color personally though.
The beauty of making, everything is custom to your exact needs!
@@punishedprops Definitely.
I'd really recommend any who build this mount the filter/fume extractor on the top so the filter doesn't get prematurely clogged by overspray and large globs of paint, plus you'll able to spray straight into the booth without also painting the filter.
In reality the air flow on this is way to low to really be effective as the blower on the laser cutter is to low in air flow for the volume of the booth. If the filters were at the top the whole thing would be next to useless because of the low air movement. At least the filters where they are are catching something being in the line of fire! The filters are supposed to get clogged up it is what they are there for to catch the droplets of paint before they get to the blower and ducts of the system.
We may add an additional cover to extend the life of the filter but for now this suits our needs just fine! We don't do a lot of heavy spraying in our shop.
@@punishedprops Definitely a good idea for the long term and since you already have the booth completed. It'd be extra work and materials for someone starting from scratch, so shifting the position keeps it simple.
I'm building my spray booth at home (for airbrushing with acrylics only) out of a large Rubbermaid tub with the filter mounted to the back side. My filter, fan, and the enclosure behind it are going to be much smaller and it will be mounted in an old computer desk with just enough space for the tub to fit. However, my local makerspace needs a spray booth. Your plans and configuration should work really well for that. Thanks!
I guess you aren't at all worried about getting paint overspray that falls outside of the booth onto your laser cutter? The mirrors in there, even with the lid for protection, could eventually get paint on them and degrade your laser's cutting ability.
I really enjoyed this one. I'm about to start building my shop in my basement. Definitely going to add this to my build list! Thanks for posting.
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With all of the spray booths I've checked out, one thing I haven't seen is swivel hooks on the ceiling. To be able to reach up, turn the hook, and turn your project would be a wonder.
Big fan of your work, currently going back through your videos and wanted to offer a tip about using a pocket hole.
Set the stop collar on the drill bit back a little bit further for a slightly stronger joint since you are using such long screws and aren't plugging the holes. The threads are the only thing holding the second piece so that extra shaft in the second piece serves no purpose but the further you drill the holes, the less material will be under the screw head. Set it so the bit just barely pokes through, not even necessarily all the way. Use the guide included with the jig for a starting point and adjust from there to your liking.
PS my desk is about 10ft from the press that produces that jig.
Very cool! Thanks for the suggestions!
@@punishedprops your welcome! Thank you for putting out great content. It has inspired me to continue my prop building venture (mostly Ghostbusters related).
I'd also suggest upgrading to the R3 if you end up doing more pocket holes or the K4 if you do a ton of them. Both those jigs have guides directly on them to set everything based on material size so you have optimal depths and won't drive your screws all the way through the second board. Shorter screws help too lol.
Keep up the good work!
When you measure things and make lines, draw an arrow on the side where you will attach things (or to mark what part to save etc etc). It save you having to wonder what side of the line you should be on. I use arrows but I guess you can just write HERE or something to :)
For the lighting, you could try lighting through the white plastic panels as they would diffuse the light and give a much more even "coverage". For visualization, imagine a light box you would use to photograph a subject but with an air filter in the back of it. Awesome idea and another great video!
that switch panel being upside down will haunt me until i die
A few tips, on the side of the boxes for your air filter, there are arrows that point to the direction of airflow. Maybe a tongue and groove design would be more efficient at an airtight seal for the back boards.
As for the type of fan motor, your probably talking about a brushless fan. As brushed fans creates sparks through the carbon brushes to turn the armatures. That make the motor turn.
Great thoughts!
This is fantastic man, i love it. I was considering sectioning off a part of my garage with a stud wall for a painting area but this booth uses so much less space and works perfectly! i may have to build one of these myself. Thanks guys!
Can't wait to see what you make!
That intro is gold!
Thanks!
I can't WAIT until I can build myself one of these!!! This is amazing!!
Mechanical dual action wolverine claws and/or hidden blade from Assassins Creed. For the hidden blade I’d suggest using a scissor jack mechanism instead of the spring loaded OTF mechanism as it’s simpler and a bit more efficient
I love those rack-mounted power strips. You can buy them off of Amazon too, they are pretty cheap
The Coroplast (usually) is made of polypropylene, so you can also laser it safely.
I had that same jigsaw from harbor freight and I ended up giving it away because it sucks. But, I’m looking to build a spray booth and out of all the videos I’ve seen so far, I want mine to be like yours. 😊
Not gonna lie, I first clicked because I thought I saw a blank of the Ace of Spades, but nice work as usual!
Suction coming out at the top would be better as you're just going to cover the filter in paint and it will stop air being sucked through. Also silicone sealant would have been better to seal the back of the unit.
Would a bathroom exhaust fan work in the top
Excellent video! I've been wanting to build one of my own for a few years now, and I think this may have lit a proverbial fire under my rear.
Can't wait to see how yours turns out!
Real smooth way of telling me Bob's my uncle, dad! 😭😭😭😭
It's great when you have a workshop
I've been wanting to get into prop making for a while now and this seems pretty usefull.
Could be a fun little project, might have to try this.
Paint booths are definitely handy.
this video reminded me I had designed a paintbooth. I should find the drawings cause it has a crazy three stage filter system using three box fans and three furnace filters
Woah!
The draw back of the design is I don't have the electrical knowledge on how to wire all three fans to one knob
The steel mesh and the criss cross cardboard are a dead give away for airflow direction. They are there to prevent the filter from being sucked in, your filter needs to be flipped.
Very nice work Bill. I really like the switch panel. That might come in handy for my work station.
Panel in front is kinda awkward easily hit button
When I mark a measurement on lumber I put a little squiggle next to it so I know what side the board goes on. That's how multiple carpenters can work on one site doing different jobs. I think there are other ways to mark the same information too.
Another option if you don't have a blower fan, you can buy a cheap kitchen vent hood for $50. Two of them bolted together gives you a fairly large back to a spray booth.
Be advised, it is a good idea to use EXPLOSION proof fans on a booth like this as it is likely that you will be spraying some flammable products in it!
@@mikesmicroshop4385 good call! I often forget because I use non-flammable paints using an airbrush.
a door or something like a shower cutain with magnets to close up the front is helpful. so as things dry so less dust can settle on parts being painted
you probably already found it but those filters have an arrow on the sides that shows the airflow direction
Awesome build. So need to make one for all the little painting I do 😊
1x4's are available at the big box home improvement stores, give plenty of strength for a project like this and are much lighter than 2x4's.
Check prices for filters. Put a cheap filter in front to catch most of the paint, and a more expensive one behind it.
Look on the side of the filter for an direction arrow
That’s great to know, thank you!
@@punishedprops Yes at 9:49 you can see the arrow pointing the right direction, and now you have the filter in wrong way.
If ever in doubt, that cross grid is meant for added back support so your filter doesn't collapse.
7:22 pocket holes were the right choice for that because screwing right into the end grain of the wood will split the wood and ruin the joint. Pocket holes are meant to get around this problem without cutting a special joint for the corners. Also, to avoid the end of the screw sticking out of the other piece of wood, take a look at the manual and see how far you need to place the drill guide and how far you need to set the collar for the thickness of the wood and the length of the screws you are using.
Small halogen work lights in the top corners would give more light.
Additions to consider would be a heavy blanket on the front with a small heater to speed drying time.
Good project for the shop. I am wondering why you did not use the table saw to cut the 2 x 4's into 2 x 2's instead? You did not need all the extra weight for such a small paint booth. It is recommended to use glue with the pocket screws. You could have added the silicone to the 2 X 4's before you screwed the back on and that would have sealed the back better. Are you going to add a light to the top as well, not just the sides? Nice project that will be used a lot. Thanks for posting the build. Take Care.
To borrow something from the 3D Printing community, you could also use a pair of Ikea Lack tables (where available) as they're really cheap, lightweight yet sturdy. I'm using two as my Prusa enclosure just by adding some 3D printed extensions and foamboard with insulation. There's plenty of designs on Thingiverse to get ideas from.