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I have textured ceilings. What nap of roller cover should I use?
It depends on how textured the ceiling is. If it’s slightly textured, a 3/8-inch or a ½-inch nap roller cover should work well. If it’s...
Should I use a brush with synthetic or natural bristles?
As a general rule, you should use a synthetic bristle brush with latex paint and a natural bristle brush with oil-base paints. However, many...
What should I look for in a quality paint brush?
Look for the tips of the bristles to be a different color than the rest of the bristles. This shows that the tips have been machined to be flagged,...
Should I clean my roller cover or throw it away?
It depends. When used with latex paint, roller covers can be easily cleaned and reused. First, use the curved part of a 5-in-1 tool to scrape out as...
Where do I start when painting an interior wall?
Use an angled brush to trim the perimeter of the room and around door and window...
What is the difference between a square-cut and an angle-cut paint brush?
Straight-cut paint brushes are traditional and have been used for centuries. While both provide good coverage, angled paint brushes cover a bigger...
How do I pick the right paint brush material?
There are two types: synthetic and natural bristle. Natural bristle brushes are used with stains and varnishes. Synthetics are good for any kind...
What are the quality features in a good roller?
Good roller frames have a compression-type cage, which is also convenient, because their covers can be removed quickly and easily. Also,...
Should I use a different type of roller cover for oil-based paint and latex paint?
Yes, just as you would with a paint brush. Natural fiber roller covers made with mohair or a blend of polyester and lamb’s wool are...
How wide of a brush should I use?
The best answer is whatever you feel comfortable with. A bigger brush holds more paint and applies it more quickly, but it is also harder...
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