Home & Garden Improvements

Paint rollers make it very easy to carry out painting over a large area in a very shirt space of time. They can be used to paint ceilings, walls, floors and many more surfaces to make a big job very simple and quick. There are a number of tips to follow when using a paint roller.

Step One
Make sure the roller frame is very sturdy and hard. This is because you will be constantly applying a lot of pressure to it. It will be worth spending a bit of money on a metallic one that will be stronger than any plastic frame you can buy.

Step Two
Use a big paintbrush to tackle corners and hard to reach areas. Although a roller will drastically cut your painting time, it will not help get to the annoying places.

Step Three
Dip the roller into water before you start painting. This will help the paint to stick to the roller and will be more efficient. Roll the roller in the paint gently and then wipe off so that it does not drip.

Step Four
Apply a coat of paint. Wait for the paint to dry and then repeat the process.

Step Five
Submerge the roller in a bucket full of water or paint stripper. This will clean it thoroughly over a long time and will ensure a clean finish when you use it next.

Step Six
Repeat the entire process for any areas of the house or garage.