The Eazy-Fix: Paint Roller Thickness

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Paint Roller Thickness

So why does the thickness of your paint roller really matter? Well it actually matters a whole lot!

If you take a close look at your walls, you will see a texture. It kind of looks like an orange peel.

You can adjust the thickness or heaviness of the texture that you apply to the wall. This is done

by the thickness of the roller you use. The general rule of thumb is the thicker the roller the heavier

the texture, the thinner the roller the lighter the texture. Why does this matter and how can it help you?

Well, if you have very smooth walls (no dings, lines, scratches, or mud blotches) you will want to use

a 3/8" or 1/2". This thickness of roller goes on the wall very smooth and applies a light texture, it is also

much cheaper to purchase. Now lets say you have rough walls, or walls that have scratch marks, scrapes,

etc. You want to use a 3/4" or 1" roller, this will lay a heavier texture and help hide imperfections on your

walls. Keep in mind a thicker roller means more paint. Estimate a little extra.

So review your walls and make your decisions. Let everyone know if the thicker roller worked for you

or if you have any other paint roller ideas!!

Posted by Bryan Van Slyke at 12/14/2009 9:06 PM