Edit Article  Airless paint sprayers come in many different
configurations and designs but all have the same general
features and controls. The basic idea behind how a sprayers
works is that it pumps the paint and forces it out a very small
tip on the spray gun. There is no air or air compressor
involved, hence the name "airless" paint sprayer. They will
apply a lot of paint very quickly and can make a tedious job
very easy and quick.      1. 1     Prepare the surface for
painting. Cover any and all things that are not to be painted,
including yourself. When spraying, there will be misting/fogging
and this paint will end up everywhere. It has the same
characteristics as fine sheetrock dust and will float and
settle. Light synthetic coveralls should be worn along with
spray hood, safety glasses and respirator.     • If painting
inside, cover/mask floors, walls, light fixtures, doorknobs,
hinges, light switches, etc.     • If painting outside, the
paint you spray 15 or 20 feet (4.6 or 6.1 m) up onto a second st