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Probably one of the most popular and reliable rollers on the market, these are designed to apply water-based emulsions, such as matt and silk paints, to internal walls and ceilings.
The medium pile creates an even roller mottle across walls and ceilings. Microfibre is a synthetic fibre that’s designed to hold more paint, which means you don’t have to reload the roller as often. Hurrah!
For an even finish, roll paint on your wall in a zig zag ‘W’ pattern – then without lifting the roller from the surface, go back and fill it in.
These rollers have been developed to apply paint to more textured surfaces, such as external walls.
Using a long pile roller on a textured surface helps the paint get into the low points of the texture, whereas a medium or short pile roller just skims over the high points.
Avoid using a long pile roller when painting internal walls as the roller texture will be too high, leaving a not-so-beautiful “orange peel” effect.
These are for use on wooden surfaces, such as internal doors, skirting boards and furniture.
This style of roller is specifically developed for the application of woodwork paint, which has different application properties than wall paint. Woodwork paint needs to be applied using a roller sleeve with less texture for a smoother, more even finish that lasts longer.
Short or medium pile microfibre mini rollers are the best when applying water-based, woodwork paints, such as Quick Dry Eggshell, Quick Dry Satinwood or Quick Dry Gloss. Avoid using foam mini rollers when applying Quick Dry products, as these can cause paint bubbles to form when rolled onto the surface.
Not exactly a roller as such, but a key accessory nonetheless that can provide you with extra reach when painting the top of walls and ceilings.
Aside from the logistical benefits of a longer length (so long, stepladder!), a roller extension pole will actually help you to paint a ceiling or wall faster, and achieve a more even finish.
Roller extension poles can be fitted to most roller arms, but it’s worth checking whether the roller arm has a push fit or a threaded handle to make sure you buy the correct one.
Another great accessory, mini roller frames come in two sizes: a 20” frame for rolling paint behind radiators, and a 3-4” frame, which can be used on internal doors, skirting boards and furniture.
Mini roller frames are great for speeding up those awkward and tricky-to-reach paint jobs and help to give you an even finish.
When buying a mini roller frame for painting behind a radiator, make sure the roller head that you fit to it is slim enough so that you don’t hit the back of the radiator as you roll it on the wall.