How to Use and Care for a Professional Spray-Foam Gun

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4 жыл бұрын

Remodeler Kiefer Limeback shares tips on how to select the right spray-foam gun, how to fill gaps of all shapes and sizes, and how to clean and store a foam gun.
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@deeeeeeps 4 жыл бұрын

One huge tip he didn't mention is that after you unscrew an old can and put a new can on you must spray enough foam to cycle out any air trapped. Also never store the gun if it just sputtered always store it after a smooth bead has came out with no air or it will dry and you will be buying a new gun. I just use a rag with lacquer thinner to clean the tip and nozzle.

@yomama9567 2 жыл бұрын

Is there a longer version? I need to fill a gap about 14" away from my access point

@falfield 3 жыл бұрын

Well explained, and congratulations too on clear articulation - I hate mumbling videos. Thanks.

@leefottler4744 6 ай бұрын

One tip I learned from one of the gun manufacturers was to coat every area that might contact the foam (this is on the gun I am referring) with Vaseline. I do the threads on the can, the can receiver on the gun and all the way down the nozzle. Basically, I brush it on with a small brush like a plumbers acid brush, everywhere but the handle and trigger. The nozzle I reapply as I go and wipe the end. My guns have never been cleaner!

@eulachonfish 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I've owned a foam gun for a couple weeks but haven't been brave enough to shoot it for fear of clogging the thing. Good video

@johncollins8304 4 жыл бұрын

Whooda thunk it could be so complicated?! This is worth a university degree. Well done, matey. Brill.

@libertyblack715 Жыл бұрын

That was really top notch instructional video! Obviously it's a simple topic but seeing and hearing all that so clearly explained will help me a lot when I go to try this. Not knowing these basics is where things get messed up. I do think there's room for another video dedicated more to application techniques with this medium.

@LookSac 2 жыл бұрын

One of the best instructional videos I’ve seen. Nice work!

@NickDoddTV 12 күн бұрын

Nice, confident, expert. Woot.

@TYMWLTL 3 жыл бұрын

Way better explanation than the Hilti video. The guy on the Hilti video never speaks.

@markfirmin7748 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent tutorial, really well explained. Thanks.

@rhaulman Жыл бұрын

I've stored my gun for over 2 years, and the foam and gun was still good.

@peterhughes3344 10 ай бұрын

Keeping a small jar of Vaseline to coat the tip and the adapter cage really helps prevent cured foam from building up, and assists with clean up. If anyone knows where to get parts for these, please drop a link.

@MiteshParmar 2 ай бұрын

Teflon / PTFE coated guns are great too.

@sabanakincay9685 Жыл бұрын

Great simple instructions/information - thank you.

@virginias5952 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks guy! Wish I would have watched this before breaking my gun 🤦🏾‍♀️ but now I know 👍🏾

@FD-fx6mh Ай бұрын

Excellent! Really informative. Thank you 😊

@dinkydoo66 2 жыл бұрын

I've picked up my partially full foam gun after nearly a year of non use, expecting it to be clogged.Works great, good as new.

@frfr335 2 жыл бұрын

Great informative video tutorial, thanks very much. This contained all the information i will need to help me with the first use of my new foam gun.👍

@dongray6834 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent tips. Thanks

@bryanupfield6934 Жыл бұрын

Very helpful, especially about screwing the cans on tight. Helpful to know how to clean the gun through. You can remove cans safely even when half full. . They have pressure valves. Cleaning takes time. . You'll get lots of coloured foam coming out before the cleaner runs clear. Good ventilation is essential.

@sandra-fh8hc 3 жыл бұрын

Good show dude!👍🏽 Didn't know how to use this contraption. Great, clear tutorial and she's (that'd be me 😁) good to go now!

@beachboardfan9544 13 күн бұрын

Good luck finding the cleaner cans!

@CommentsAllowed 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video. It helped me a lot!

@laurentjosserand5133 10 ай бұрын

Very professionnal video. Thank you so much

@bv2999 3 ай бұрын

Excellent

@genoabeyta9218 3 жыл бұрын

Good video. Thank you

@asharma5958 Жыл бұрын

This is a great video. Thanks for explaining everything!

@downunda107 Ай бұрын

Brilliant thankYou

@Bibg867 8 ай бұрын

Very well explained thank you

@steinbierz 4 ай бұрын

Excellent video…thanks!

@betocastaneda29 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for explaining, I had doubts about what to do when I wanted to change the can and how to clean it after finishing using it, thanks

@stocek 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for this video! I'm preparing to use a foam gun for the first time to attach a few ledges under our windows, and I wanted to know if I can detach partially used cans or not.

@juandelacruz1520 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing this ideas

@alexsquared1460 7 ай бұрын

Awesome tutorial

@robroby10 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the detailed explanation, this will be a handy tool.rob

@kristoftinelly Жыл бұрын

Clear instructions. Nice video, thank you!

@joshginther5578 Жыл бұрын

This was very well done. Thank you.

@Cindy25Cox 3 жыл бұрын

Very helpful video. Right on! Thank you!

@CowplainCC Жыл бұрын

Very good educational video, many thanks.

@username901000 3 жыл бұрын

excellent video! very thorough. answered all my questions.

@cluracan2670 2 жыл бұрын

Should the gun have that black attachment attaches to the can, before being able to screw the can onto the gun?

@darrenbirch6022 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for a great post.

@tomprovan50 9 ай бұрын

Great video thanks

@luanau 3 жыл бұрын

A protective cap ships with the can, remove it first before screwing onto the gun!

@shaunalcodrayrealtor672 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome Video, great detail. Apperciate it!!

@andrewsimpson9435 2 жыл бұрын

great work. Thank you.

@misterm7086 3 жыл бұрын

SWEET VIDEO! Thanks!

@jpperry2117 3 жыл бұрын

Which foam should I use for sealing around foam board in rim joists? Regular or window/door?

@jeffsprott-redoakceo4514 3 жыл бұрын

Best damn video I've seen in my life. Lets go.

@zabysherzy661 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your great Information

@goleebaaz 3 жыл бұрын

Nice to-the-point video!

@williamwright3735 Жыл бұрын

Great video just bought two

@axdel24 4 жыл бұрын

great stuff

@jazzil7887 Жыл бұрын

Top, man! Thank you!

@sparky5860 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@ShoDocta 3 жыл бұрын

Killer video

@robertsamagalsky1617 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video!

@johnf8991 3 жыл бұрын

Good Video - Thank you!

@diaperdood1 Жыл бұрын

Best video ever

@michael.schuler 3 ай бұрын

During the one month in which you can leave the can attached to the gun, must the unit be stored so that the can remains in an upright position, or is it ok for the unit to be lying horizontally (e.g., to fit in a toolbox without tipping over)?

@bobbywanger8123 Жыл бұрын

Thank you I'm planning on buying me one

@Twirlyhead 3 жыл бұрын

Great. Thanks.

@lbroachutube 4 жыл бұрын

Ver good Video.

@michael.schuler 3 ай бұрын

Are the guns universal, capable of working with foam cans made by various manufacturers, or must the manufacturer of gun and foam always match up (e.g. Great Stuff and OSI)? Thanks.

@joujou79 26 күн бұрын

If I’m using the same product can, construction adhesive, do I need to clean the gun in between empty can to new can?

@Adventitiousone 2 жыл бұрын

Hmm, should have googled a "how to care for" vid before getting the gun. Gun is now not fixable and trashed. wasn't going to buy another, but after seeing this and seeing the cleaning spray, will try once more and actually take care of it properly. It did work great until it got all gooped up.....and yes that foam is soooo sticky, wear gloves, lol, Great video and thank you for keeping it short.

@ltteoh8911 3 жыл бұрын

thanks a lot

@DorkyThorpy 3 жыл бұрын

I am an "expert" now. Thanks!

@jeffdeluca1153 Жыл бұрын

Great info - do you know if you can use this same gun for the DAP Smartbond subfloor adhesive and clean that out with this same cleaner? Thx

@Fishsiskeke 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve done all these things to a t and somehow the spray foam when putting on the cage quickly still continues to spray foam in the cage. I take it off quickly and clean the cage and foam can with gun cleaner and it all looks 100% clean. But air bubbles mixed with foam gun cleaner are coming from the ball inside the cage. Meaning it’s leaking air or not sealing properly when the van is screwed on. How do I fix?

@workisfun...2438 4 жыл бұрын

Love my foam guns! That is until I used one with the Great Stuff adhesive (was hanging rock) and it just wouldn't come clean and it ruined the gun. I almost ran half a can of cleaner through it just for insurance and it still ruined it after it sat. Bummer.

@mohankrishnasamy1456 3 жыл бұрын

Bless you

@kimmiesunshinebubbles1020 2 жыл бұрын

Could you link the gun for us to find thank you

@shericreates 2 жыл бұрын

So I bought this gun and went through about 5 cans squirting the Stuff everywhere. I couldn’t get it to screw on for nothing. I took the gun to the hardware store I bought it from and asked them to show me how it works. I found out there is a special top or special can you have to buy with that special screw on top. Ugh!

@Redandranger 4 жыл бұрын

Great! A thousand times more informative than the video and instructions from DuPont, the maker of Great Stuff. In fact, it appears that the author of the instructions that came with the gun have English as a second language.

@jimginter6802 3 жыл бұрын

Well stated. Great stuff. ( This comment is not endorsed by Great Stuff, or Dupont, user direction is assumed)

@martinf9626 3 жыл бұрын

Cool video . I have seen people spray water before use . Is it recommended or not

@rayc1503 3 жыл бұрын

Definitely as it helps the foam both adhere a cure quicker.

@XFBO Жыл бұрын

Anyone know if there is a way to possibly add a tip to these guns to allow a fan-like spray pattern? Trying to seal off light gaps AND weatherproof the (roof) peak in a metal building.

@libertyblack715 Жыл бұрын

I purchased a set of three simple plastic nozzle extensions. About 4 inches long, one end pressure fit over gun nozzle, the other a "fan" exhaust about .5 inches by by 2.5 inches . I trimmed the three to different lengths giving them different exhaust dimensions, 3/4", 1.25", and 2". Works great, just keep them clean with lacquer thinner or foam cleaner.

@yomama9567 2 жыл бұрын

Is there a longer model?- I need to fill an area about 14" from an inside wall

@neomacchio4692 6 күн бұрын

Wipe the tip. Just the tip. 😂

@yankomaceda34 3 жыл бұрын

Any wide spread tip to cover walls?

@alfredgaskin3345 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. Now I might be able to use my foam gun for more than a month.

@matthewswerdelian3855 2 жыл бұрын

great video, what are you cleaning the tip with? just oil?

@matthewswerdelian3855 2 жыл бұрын

sorry just watchedt he rest of the video :)

@folerx 2 жыл бұрын

i have problem with adjusting foam/air ratio. i full screw bottle to gun and foam escape from bottom end, not from gun tip. i try to little unscrew bottle from gun and gun start to work. BUT, quality of foam is very bad, to thin. do i need some adjustment? maybe is gun clogged.

@jonathansmith283 Жыл бұрын

what is the gun cleaner ? good tips - ~ JDS/CT

@FactorzGT1 3 жыл бұрын

Two thumbs up

@diaperdood9369 2 жыл бұрын

Can great stuff foam improperly cure and off gas for years?

@tedh9211 3 жыл бұрын

Yep

@josephsegura6589 2 жыл бұрын

Where did you get your vest and pants??

@jefferyberger7420 Жыл бұрын

Does anyone know how much of a can of cleaner is used to clean the gun

@richardroebuck1915 2 ай бұрын

"Your problem will be that your beads won't be as large as they once were..."

@leeyoung347 2 жыл бұрын

when a can is half used and unscrewed from the gun the can should to have no foam coming out?

@kpolak80 Жыл бұрын

yes it is safe, the can has a pressure valve.

@jasonmontroy9182 11 ай бұрын

I cross threaded a can or didnt tighten alll the way.. now the gun with new can it sprays foam really slow. I think foam dried on the inside. I tried claning that part that can connects to. Still not working what should i do

@lylewaters6161 6 ай бұрын

I had a clogged gun. It was the official great stuff gun that he is showing. It was really badly clogged. I used mineral spirits and nearly a whole can of cleaner and took it all apart and used several pick tools to remove all of the dried foam inside the gun. I was able to save it. It took a lot of work, like hours.

@davepangolin4996 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent. Well made tutorial for beginners, trades and professionals. American videos are always much better than the British. The Brit video usually looks like it’s been shot with a baked bean tin and the presenter like he’s just got out of prison, no teeth and arse hanging out of unwashed jeans. Which to be fair is 75% of British builders

@orchidscraggler9802 2 жыл бұрын

lmao britbongs

@samishwaiki3792 2 жыл бұрын

Question...how do I get Great Stuff off of my vinyl floor planks? Accidentally spilled some and need to know how to remove it without damaging my floor. Thanks!

@downriverjordan 7 ай бұрын

Acetone should work.

@AyalaJD2730 3 жыл бұрын

anyone know if these great stuff guns are compatible with DAP's gun grade subfloor adhesive gel floam?

@Toolaholic 2 жыл бұрын

Yes they are. All similar polyurethane products

@aj800066 7 ай бұрын

So can you use half a foam can, take it off and attach gun cleaner and do the cleaning process and then re attach the foam can and leave it till next time?

@downriverjordan 7 ай бұрын

Just leave it on for storage. It’s best to not take it off, unless you have to.

@mirnachicas 5 ай бұрын

But gun needs to be cleaned otherwise the foam will get stuck inside the gun.

@asopol3673 3 жыл бұрын

I actually forgot totally about spry cleaner 😌my gun is so dry now and I don't know how to clean it, anyone know how to do that?

@luisalonso195 3 жыл бұрын

Same problem here.

@dotarsojat7725 3 жыл бұрын

watch a video on KZfaq that shows how to disassemble and clean the gun.

@saeed6811 3 жыл бұрын

Can you use the regular cans with this gun?

@barryomahony4983 3 жыл бұрын

No, only the larger "Pro" cans

@saeed6811 3 жыл бұрын

@@barryomahony4983 I bought a foam gun months ago after this post. Now I CANT get the foam😂. I got in China but they want me to order one full container 😅. They can’t express ship it since it’s class is highly flammable. I want large quantity for my water garden business but not a full 20 feet container.

@Shadowz196 2 жыл бұрын

@@barryomahony4983 wtf that sucks they do that on purpose to make you waste more money

@aDarklingEloi 2 жыл бұрын

@@saeed6811 ask to speak to the LCL (Less than Container Load) department of your shipper. You can ship as little as you want that way.

@petergreenan9178 Жыл бұрын

why no fan pattern gun for this brand

@thenexthobby Жыл бұрын

*Never remove a partially-spent can unless you're standing over a trash bag.* Ask me how I know ... there's a decent chance it'll all come out, uncontrolled.