{"id":8056,"date":"2022-04-14T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-04-14T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/longmont-business-marketing.com\/longmont\/?p=8056"},"modified":"2022-04-12T21:15:54","modified_gmt":"2022-04-12T21:15:54","slug":"best-roller-cover","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/longmont-business-marketing.com\/longmont\/best-roller-cover\/","title":{"rendered":"BEST ROLLER COVER FOR THE JOB"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

When you think of painting you may think only of paint brushes.  Professional painters<\/a> know the value of paint brushes but also have rollers in their arsenal. Paint rollers are the true workhorse when it comes to covering walls.  There are many to choose from so we\u2019re going to discuss which might be the best roller cover for the job you\u2019re tackling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Paint brushes have a specific task when it comes to painting.  They tend to be the detail masters!  Paint brushes are great for smaller areas of painting and precision work.  It\u2019s best to use a paint brush to cut in, and for corners, trim, and edges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to painting a wall or a larger area you\u2019ll want a roller to apply the paint.  Paint rollers can hold a lot more paint and distribute it over larger areas more evenly.  The best roller cover for the job depends on the substrate you\u2019re painting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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There are different types of roller covers just like there are different types of paint brushes.  Each type of roller is specifically designed for different textures and substrates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nap Length Is The First Consideration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Thicker naps such as  \u00be\u201d – 1\u201d <\/a>hold more paint and can get into the peaks and valleys of rough textured surfaces like brick, stucco and masonry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Medium \u215c\u201d nap<\/a> lengths work well on drywall and ceilings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And finally, small \u00bc\u201d nap<\/a> lengths create the smoothest finish and are typically used on walls and metal surfaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Microfiber<\/a> is the best roller cover for the job if you\u2019re painting a very light textured surface.  They grab the paint better than a standard roller which results in less paint splatter.  While microfiber rollers are affordably priced, they will only produce a smooth finish.  If you want texture, look at a different option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Paint Sheen Will You Be Using?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A short nap roller is the best roller cover for the job if you\u2019re working with semi-gloss or gloss paint.  The shorter nap will produce fewer bubbles in the paint and allow a better finish. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sizes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A 7-12\u201d length roller is the best roller cover for the job if you\u2019re painting walls or larger surface areas,.  For doors and cabinets, a 4\u201d roller will work best.  The larger size roller holds more paint and can cover a wall quickly while leaving very even coverage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tips For Using A Roller<\/h2>\n\n\n\n