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Paint Rollers
A good paint roller can dramatically cut
the time it takes to paint a large, flat
surface such as walls and ceilings. Paint
rollers use changeable paint roller covers;
choosing the right cover for your paint job
can make a big difference in the final appearance.
Types of Roller Covers
Paint roller covers are made from lamb's
wool, synthetic fabric, and foam. Check the
paint or stain manufacturer's recommendations,
but in general, oil based paints require
lamb's wool. Latex and other water-based
paints require synthetic fabric. Foam covers
can be used either for oil or high-gloss
latex so long as the surface isn't rough.
Selecting a Roller Cover's Nap
The nap of a roller cover is the length (or
depth) of the covering. The more uneven or
rough the surface you wish to
paint, the
longer the nap should be. Use
a short nap
(1/8" to 1/4") roller
cover for
applying floss and semi-gloss
paint to wallboard,
plaster, wood, or metal. Use
a medium nap
(3/8" to 1/2") roller
cover for
applying flat paint to concrete,
rough wood,
and lightly textured stucco.
Use a long nap
for concrete block, brick, and
heavily textured
stucco. |
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