Perhaps you have painted a surface in the past only to step back and see nasty roller markings on the wall when you are finished? Experienced painters have a host of tips and tricks to provide you with awesome painting results. Using the right tools and knowledge can go a long way in helping you obtain exceptional results. Get the outcome you desire and simplify cleanup along the way.



Painting provides an easy way to revise items or spaces at minimum cost for optimum impact. Grab some old clothes to paint in and make a plan with the following DIY painting tips.

Everybody is aware of a paint roller. However, did you utilize it accurately and were you delighted by your results? It's quite common for individuals to start rolling with no proper plan or technique. Maybe, you read through the instructions referencing painting in a “W” pattern as you rolled it on. There are multitudes of painting techniques to consider and various approaches you might take. Learning how to spread an even, smooth coat of latex paint on the wall can bring about many enjoyable projects.

New painters manage a number of issues including roller marks, paint removal issues, built-up paint ridges and areas of light paint. Discovering the most effective techniques will help you achieve wonderful results. Opting to use the least expensive painting equipment you can buy may produce less than awesome results.

Poor accessories will derail all of your best tactics and harm your finished product. There are many gimmick paint items available at the store; choose wisely. We recommend selecting a pro set up that you can count on for years for under twenty bucks. Choose a quality roller frame. Purchase a wooden handle to extend your reach and provide maximum control. Some people use a threaded broom handle as an alternative. Your paint container is vital; avoid homeowner paint trays and opt for the contractor’s choice instead. Purchase the 5-gallon bucket with a bucket screen for maximum coverage.

Why we prefer a bucket and screen setup over the traditional roller pan:

To begin with, the bucket retains way more paint. This enables you to minimize the possibility of spilling paint during constant refills. It's easy to relocate the bucket without repeated spills, simplifying your ability to cover a big space. Avoid drying the paint out when you stop for breaks by simply placing a damp towel over the bucket or positioning the lid back on. The paint tray is prone to accidentally being kicked, stepped in, or spilt, whereas the pail is more secure. The paint tray makes it harder and messier to load the paint roller as opposed to bucket. Use a clean pail or a drywall compound mixing bucket that's clean. Incorporate a bucket screen and you'll be painting immediately!

Next, add some wool-blend sleeves and cover rollers.

Treating yourself to a higher-quality roller cover can make such a massive difference that you won’t wish to use a cheap one again. One of the most significant pieces of your paint kit is the roller cover or sleeve. You will certainly enjoy much faster and simpler cleaning once you use a decent paint roller sleeve. The less expensive roller sleeves don’t use much paint. This means you spend lots of time reloading the paint roller and it requires long time to finish painting. Additionally, these factors contribute to lap marks, ridges of built-up overlapping paint and an sporadic layer. It can on average, take up to 4x longer to color a room when you select crappy sleeves.



For best results, buy a ½-inch nap wool blend cover to get the task finished right the first time. A poly/wool cover is only going to cost about $6 for a wool and polyester blend. This blend secures the greatest paint capacity. If you clean and store your roller sufficiently, this will be the last roller cover you ever pay for.

Some wool cover challenges to note include that they oftentimes shed fibers upon initial use. To counteract fibers, wrap the roller cover with masking tape to take the loose fibers away. Alternatively, use a lint roller more than once. Gently rolling is the proper technique for applying paint. If you press too hard while painting, the fibers around the roller may become matted and compressed. Regardless of which roller cover you choose, let the paint complete the work.Only use sufficient pressure to carefully release and evenly spread the paint. Avoid the urge of pushing or squeezing the roller harder as you run out of paint as this will create ridges texture marks.

Using the appropriate brush to cut in the corners and along your roof is essential. Having a solid technique and working in a sequence while the paint is wet can help you acquire a clean, smooth and accurate finish. Clean up immediately after finishing your task to make your product last. Having a respectable paint kit on hand is really important for any DIY project.