what roller should I use when painting my walls and ceilings?

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Phil Beckwith The Professional Painter & Decorator

11 ай бұрын

Choosing the right roller for painting your house can greatly affect the quality and efficiency of the job. While personal preferences may vary, here are some general guidelines to help you make an informed decision:
Nap Length: The nap length refers to the thickness of the roller cover. For most interior walls, a 3/8-inch nap is commonly used. It works well with most paint types and provides a good balance between coverage and smooth finish. For textured surfaces or exterior walls, you might consider using a longer nap, such as 1/2-inch or 3/4-inch, to reach into crevices and cover uneven areas.
Material: Roller covers are available in various materials, including synthetic fibers like polyester and nylon, and natural fibers like lambswool. Synthetic covers are more commonly used as they tend to be durable, easy to clean, and suitable for most paint types. Natural fiber covers, like lambswool, are preferred for certain specialized applications or specific paint types. However, they require more care during cleaning and can shed fibers.
Quality: Investing in a high-quality roller cover can make a noticeable difference in the application process and final results. Higher-quality covers tend to hold more paint, provide better coverage, and leave a smoother finish. Look for roller covers with reinforced cores and beveled edges, as these features enhance durability and help prevent paint lines and streaks.
Roller Frame: When choosing a roller frame, ensure it's compatible with the roller cover size you've selected. Roller frames typically come in various lengths, allowing you to attach different-sized covers. Consider frames with comfortable handles and sturdy construction for ease of use and durability.
It's important to note that different paint types may require specific roller types or additional considerations. For example, high-gloss paints may benefit from using a foam roller to minimize the appearance of brush marks.
Ultimately, your personal preference and the specific requirements of your painting project will influence your choice of roller. It can be helpful to visit a reputable paint store or consult with a painting professional to discuss your specific needs and get recommendations based on your project's scope.
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@gabegabriel2155 11 ай бұрын

Great vid again. Useful info, thanks. Great explanation for loading rollers vs wetting out

@alexthomson7465 11 ай бұрын

Cheers Phil! I'm an amateur diy and had loads of odds and ends of stuff so I thought I'd treat myself to a load of purdy gear after some research. Tried the colossus long pile sleeve for the first time and did struggle but I do think I could get used to it. I also struggle with paint consistency and can never get the paint to behave how it does for you pros. I slways flatten my rollers and can get hardly no coverage. Thanks for this vid! 👍🏻

@jsj381 11 ай бұрын

Intresting topic. Ive got used to wooster super fab but i do like hamilton sometimes.

@mrg2384 11 ай бұрын

going to get one of those 9 inch ROTA woven sleeves tomorrow after watching your reviews.👍

@ProfessionalPainterDecorator 11 ай бұрын

Good choice!a medium and a long ;)

@snodge6770 11 ай бұрын

Personally I prefer the Hamilton (green) sleeves , I wish they would do a 6inch one, I always dampen them before use too . I've tried different ones but always go back to hamilton, 😊

@TheWESTSIDE1967 9 ай бұрын

if you dampen make sure it's spun out dry as you will get an aero / air bubbles finish on walls or ceilings otherwise

@Monkeyman15687 11 ай бұрын

Using both the rota at the moment. The one thing you didn’t mention is how quickly you can wash the gold. It’s the easiest to clean sleeve I’ve ever used. Fossa do a nice sleeve called the white star. I use it on lids and it’s brilliant. Purdy frames all the way for me.

@orbitalforest 11 ай бұрын

I really like Arroworthy blue stripe microfibres (better than the classics) , put plenty on but leave a lovely finish.

@davewright9312 11 ай бұрын

I like the purdy frame as it really grips the sleeve... and being really lazy the quick fit/ release on the extension pole is a bonus too...

@TheWESTSIDE1967 2 ай бұрын

39 yrs Exp,That's my set up, not found the perfect roller tbh as the Purdy 12 inch roller as with many can roll flat so it looks like an empty toilet roll & won't hold much paint the trick is to roll back as it's when the paint is tacky that it pulls the roller fibres back out & when you reload it will hold much more paint, the frames are good & lightweight but there so many nooks and crannies & a nightmare to clean up, need to start wrapping in cling film as mine need dipping in Nitromoors

@davidsmalley8783 11 ай бұрын

Rota dualon long pile 15 inch for smashing work out are brilliant and they last forever

@johntansey4755 11 ай бұрын

Great vid Phil, very informative Would you recommend any of the purdy or wooster sleeves.

@bluntyr5gtt 9 ай бұрын

im currently using the arroworthy classic (blue stripe) roller sleeves, i did use the classics but the blue stripes are just on a different level.

@andrewwalker2950 11 ай бұрын

Gold fleck long pile. Can’t remember brand 😃 used them for years roll out mint

@mrg2384 11 ай бұрын

usually Phil i wet my sleeves then go outside and spin them,but saying that i will try your method.also when i buy a new sleeve i put it in the washing machine with my painters trousers,when my wife is not around.

@AspireDecorating 11 ай бұрын

Same here, I give all my used rollers a quick clean in the kitchen sink and into the washing machine with a drop of fabric softener. They come back good as new and smell divine! 😂

@Painturassoff 9 ай бұрын

I never have time on a job to take the extra steps in would take to go and soak my roller nap, and nobody does that here. But I'm doing commercial work where there isn't always a sink available. I just do what you do. I put it in the paint.

@RickyHudson-cj4un 6 ай бұрын

I just use a worn in 1/4 inch purdy colossus for walls and a 1/2 inch purdy colossus for lids never had any issues can’t stand short pile sleeves constantly loading up and leaving tram marks all over the gaff

@NiktheEnglishGreekCypriot 11 ай бұрын

Currently using Arroworthy Microfibre medium pile on walls and ceilings and same roller but short pile on woodwork where I can, if I’m not spraying with the graco ultra max

@stevevenus1 11 ай бұрын

I have tried quite a few over the years and now I only use Purdy White Dove. They come in 4,6,9,12,18 Inch, and a variety of nap lengths. I get a great finish with them. I never wash my rollers out after use. Keep them wet in a plastic bag. I only wash then if the next job is a different colour just prior to using them, so they never dry out.

@ProfessionalPainterDecorator 11 ай бұрын

Oh wow!

@Butlins14 11 ай бұрын

Just used arrow worthy 9 inch and mini absolute dream to use

@TheOlzee 11 ай бұрын

Arrow worthy classics #1 Picasso #2

@Butlins14 11 ай бұрын

@@TheOlzee only ever tried the classics

@mattcable6379 3 ай бұрын

love you and your vids. Really appreciate the time, effort and enthusiam you put into them. On topic - I used to, many years ago, swear by the old Purdy white dove and other short pile sleeves. About 15 years ago I switched to long pile woven sleeves and never looked back. I tend to do high end interiors. I found if i loosen the latex a bit, and roll out well, I can get equally good finishes but save huge amounts of time on loading up. I tried a few different micro fibres...not for me thanks. And I'm sorry to say i 4in whilst cutting in. I went up against a few painter and decorator friends of mine who just strike and roll and I wasn't any slower for it. I will say, however, that as soon as a customer put a lamp in a corner i think it's visible if you haven't rolled out the brush marks... maybe I'm overly fussy 😁

@ProfessionalPainterDecorator 3 ай бұрын

I don't think people roll in close enough... now the sheep are all wanting to use 18" roller frames they can't get in close enough. Have you tried the Rota Gold's yet?

@Johnnygstring 7 күн бұрын

If you roll into your cutting in then you only need to cut a brush width. Despite your take on new build and contract work, these days the demand for a higher standard is there. Gone are the days of slipping paint on walls. 75% of what I do is new build and they run around with thier nose to the wall. The domestic work is far more forgiving as most people couldn't tell a quality paint job from a shit one. Been pushing a brush for a long long time. @@ProfessionalPainterDecorator

@Johnnygstring 7 күн бұрын

I use a mini roller to roll away and brush marks, always have. You get better coverage with half the paint doing this.

@ProfessionalPainterDecorator 7 күн бұрын

@@Johnnygstring do you think painting a whole house out for £1800 like the Candle Man tells us he gets paid, gets a high quality finish?

@paulgrog29 3 ай бұрын

Two fussy blockes rolller are very good arrowworthy are definitely there with the best brand of brushes and rollers

@ProfessionalPainterDecorator 3 ай бұрын

I'm still liking the woven fabric of the Rota Gold. The long pile holds a good amount of paint and doesn't give a heavy orange peel effect with the paint on smooth walls.

@paulgrog29 3 ай бұрын

@@ProfessionalPainterDecorator I also think you can’t go wrong with prodec ice fusion rollers to been using lick pro paint on offer at them moment the white is lovely

@jackwardley3626 11 ай бұрын

polyamide holds a good amount of paint and is the most durable probs best value for money but do need to give a good wash out though before you use them lots of loose fluff

@markkerswill5147 3 күн бұрын

Great Video. Can you send me a link to the Rota Premier Rota Finish Refill Sleeve Please. I have the Rota Gold but cant find the Rota Premier Rota Finish Refill Sleeve to finish off the walls. Or Recommend another Good Roller Sleeve for Finishing off coat. Regards. Mark

@user-tu7nj8em5j Ай бұрын

Good evening Phil another good video in the next couple of weeks going to paint Sach windows but the putty has got cracks in but solid what can I put on top of the putty cheers simon

@ProfessionalPainterDecorator Ай бұрын

Toupret do a putty, but check re coat times for drying. In this heat, it'll dry quick. They also do a Toupret wood filler in powder form you mix up. That's quick and easy to apply to cracks in putty and I also have used it to replace old putties. I'll worry about trying to remove it when the time comes lol You could run some interior/exterior caulk in them if not too big Or use TimbaBuild or Repair Care putty system. But it's not cheap and can be messy

@paul_my_plumbs_uk 11 ай бұрын

Rolled not bowled over by this video phil 🎉🎉😂😂😂

@paul-fk7de 11 ай бұрын

Hi phil just done my ceiling i was wondering if you could give some advice on wood filler a have done mdf paneling in hall but just looking for a few tips on filling thd gaps should i be filling then sanding then refilling any small gaps left am using a small scraper ?

@ProfessionalPainterDecorator 11 ай бұрын

Yes. Start doing filling after your first primer coat has dried.

@geoffreymeare3406 11 ай бұрын

Toupret wood filler is the best I've found (east to apply and sand ) Get yourself a proper filling knife,far better than a scraping knife (far too stiff ) All fillers will shrink a little when drying so using a second fill is always best.

@unclebob8139 11 ай бұрын

Question from a DIY'er what would you use the sponge rollers you see in paint stores ?..

@ProfessionalPainterDecorator 11 ай бұрын

Not for emulsion. The (mini) foam rollers are aimed at oil gloss applications

@unclebob8139 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for the reply..@@ProfessionalPainterDecorator

@geoffreymeare3406 11 ай бұрын

Surprised no mention of Hamilton and Purdy rollers ?

@ProfessionalPainterDecorator 11 ай бұрын

The Hamilton green sleeve I've not used for a while now... Moved on. They're ok when 'new' but life span isn't great, also don't hold a lot of paint.

@michaelstojsavljevic8453 10 ай бұрын

Axus silk touch are really decent! Hamilton green too

@ProfessionalPainterDecorator 10 ай бұрын

usedto use the hamilton green, but found they go 'crispy' over time after washing out.

@chrissmith841 6 ай бұрын

I'm just about to paint my living room ceiling ..What roller and nap thickness do you recommend for a smooth ceiling? Thank you

@ProfessionalPainterDecorator 6 ай бұрын

Rota Gold Medium pile, I've been using a Rota Gold Long pile this week on a smooth ceiling, using Isomat Ceiling paint, Premium colour and also Johnstones Durable matt. All been fine, it gets plenty on and dries off well. Just make sure your paints not too thick that it dries too fast on you.

@chrissmith841 6 ай бұрын

@@ProfessionalPainterDecorator Thank you. have you ever tried Tikkurila Anti Reflex 2? Wondered how it compares to Isomat

@marsdencarl89 11 ай бұрын

Alright folks how much we all charging to spray garden fence panels? Labour only per panel

@ProfessionalPainterDecorator 11 ай бұрын

Charge for the job done. Not time taken. How long would you be with a brush?

@ThePool911black 11 ай бұрын

Hamiltons or wooster sleeves 👍👍

@ThePool911black 11 ай бұрын

Arrowworthy blue stripe also

@johnmcdonald9977 7 ай бұрын

Where can a D.I.Yer see all of these options? 😊

@ProfessionalPainterDecorator 7 ай бұрын

various decorating suppliers.... on lin eyou can google them to see where you can get them .

@deekoh3996 11 ай бұрын

Do you fool around with the 14in setups Phil?

@ProfessionalPainterDecorator 11 ай бұрын

nope

@deekoh3996 11 ай бұрын

@@ProfessionalPainterDecorator lol

@kennethmunro7480 5 ай бұрын

Any chance of flicking over the birds shite on your fence

@ProfessionalPainterDecorator 5 ай бұрын

wait till it rains

@andrewwaddams1022 11 ай бұрын

Medium pile.long are too long nowadays and leave too much orange peel

@ProfessionalPainterDecorator 11 ай бұрын

You'll be surprised with the long pile Rota

@badlefthook624 11 ай бұрын

Wet roller = tram lines. No, no, sir.

@garethwatson7999 11 ай бұрын

We’re rolling, rolling, rolling……

@janettinkler2204 3 ай бұрын

That’s easy for you to say 😂 or is it Phil 😂

@joeyjoejo1234 Ай бұрын

24 minutes, way too long

@AKUBARIKI 22 күн бұрын

Damn comment