How to Properly Spay Paint Reed Baskets 1 box (large enough to hold basket) Spray Paint (your choice of color/gloss level) Filter Face Mask Put filter face mask on to protect yourself from inhaling phlorocarbons. Put basket into box. Shake spray paint can. Spray into box, directly onto basket in a back and forth motion, and allover motion. Note: Spraying in one direction only will not completely cover the reeds. Let dry.