Spray Booth Healthcheck
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It’s good practice to regularly check the health of your studio spraybooth to make sure you are maintaining a clean air environment in your studio.
We suggest you should change your blue intake filters every 2 months with the charcoal filter every 6. For heavier users you should half that timeframe. If in doubt and if you haven’t kept the date of the last change if odour is still lingering after use then change the intake filters. We have curated a range of replacement filter options to suit usage and budgets.
Why Changing Intake Filters in Your Spray Booth Matters – Especially for Graphic Artists and Airbrush Users
Whether you're a seasoned graphic artist, a passionate airbrusher, or running a busy studio, your spray booth is one of the most important tools in your workspace. It's the unsung hero that keeps your environment clean, your health protected, and your finishes flawless. But like any piece of professional equipment, it needs regular care—starting with something as simple, but critical, as changing the intake filters.
How Often Should You Change Spray Booth Intake Filters?
There’s no one-size-fits-all answer—it depends on how frequently you use your booth and the type of materials you spray. However, as a general guide:
Light Use (hobbyist/occasional work): Every 3–6 months
Moderate Use (weekly or regular sessions): Every 1–3 months
Heavy Use (daily professional use): Every 2–4 weeks
If you notice a drop in airflow, increased dust in your work, or inconsistent finishes, it’s likely time for a change—even if you're still within your usual schedule.
What Do Intake Filters Actually Do?
Intake filters are the first line of defense in your spray booth system. Their job is to remove dust, lint, and airborne particles from the air before it enters your booth. This ensures that the air flowing through your booth is clean, which is essential for achieving high-quality, contaminant-free finishes.
In the world of graphic arts and airbrushing—where detail, colour precision, and surface smoothness are everything—even the tiniest bit of dust can ruin a piece. If intake filters are clogged or saturated, they can no longer trap those contaminants, and instead, they let them circulate freely in your workspace.
Why Regular Filter Changes Are Crucial
Cleaner Air, Cleaner Work
Over time, filters naturally accumulate debris. If left unchanged, dirty intake filters start restricting airflow and allow particles to enter the booth. This not only affects your finish quality but also increases the risk of rework due to dust nibs or fisheyes in your paint.Protects Your Health
Clean intake filters contribute to a safer breathing environment by preventing overspray and harmful vapours from building up. For those regularly using solvent-based paints or working in tight indoor spaces, this is not something to overlook.Extends Equipment Life
A well-maintained booth runs more efficiently. Dirty filters force fans to work harder, putting extra strain on your system and reducing its lifespan. Routine filter changes are a simple way to protect your investment.Saves You Time and Money
It may seem like a small task, but filter maintenance can reduce downtime, prevent costly repairs, and save you the frustration of fixing preventable finish issues.
