What kind of roller to paint wooden surfaces. How to paint the ceiling with a roller - tool classification, prices and useful tips

If you decide to paint the ceiling yourself, then in this case the success will depend on several points at once. First, the quality and type of paint chosen will play a role. Secondly, your skill as a painter is important for a good result. Thirdly, the design and type of paint roller will be of great importance for obtaining a high-quality ceiling covering.

The choice of a roller is a responsible task, especially since modern manufacturers offer a lot of different versions of this tool.

Convenient design

The roller device is quite simple: it consists of a light metal or plastic cylinder, on which a special coating is put on (the so-called fur coat). A handle is attached to the cylinder, which can be of different lengths. This simple and time-tested design allows the roller to remain the most popular painting tool for applying paint of any type to a wide variety of surfaces (excluding curly ones). The tool is used to work with oil, water-based, acrylic, acrylate and latex paints.

The versatility of the tool also lies in the fact that it can be used to apply glue, antiseptic, primer and other liquid mortars.

Which is more convenient - a roller or a brush?

The paintbrush has its advantages in renovation work and remains an indispensable tool for painting a wide variety of surfaces. Using a brush allows us to paint the most difficult to reach areas, covering elements of any shape.

However, when it comes to the ceiling, which is a flat plane, the use of a brush is not advisable: the roller provides a smoother coating, speeds up the work, makes it easier and more efficient. The contractor gets tired less and, in general, completes the painting of the ceiling much faster.

Roller prices

Prices for paint brushes

paint brush

The brush can be useful only if the ceiling is a curly structure and you need to paint the corners and hard-to-reach places with high quality.

What should you look for when buying a roller?

There are several parameters that you should pay special attention to when buying a roller; these include:

pile length;
coat material;
cylinder diameter;
roller width;
handle length.

The type of coverage and the length of the pile (when it comes to fluffy materials) are especially important when choosing a roller.

What's the best material?

If you paint the ceiling with water-based paint (which is most often observed due to the suitable characteristics of this type of building material), then it is preferable to choose a roller with a long nap. Such a tool has good absorbency and can provide an even surface and dense staining. A short pile absorbs less solution, as a result, a less dense layer is obtained, which forces the artist to dip the roller in the paint more often.

However, for all the advantages of a long-pile roller, such a tool does not give a perfectly smooth surface, so it should be used for the lower layers. The final layer is best done with a new roller with a medium pile length.

Foam and velor rollers have their drawbacks when painting the ceiling: the foam absorbs a small amount of paint, which makes it inconvenient to use. Velor can leave air bubbles.

Table # 1. Types of rollers according to the type of coating material.

Roller cover material type	Dignity	Flaws
Sheepskin	Natural wool is suitable for any surface and any type of paint. Allows you to get an even coating, applies a fairly thick layer (you will need to apply literally two coats of paint).	High price. Large weight of the product (the hand gets tired faster). Hair loss.
Nylon plush	Lightweight tool. Provides a high-quality, even coating. Lower cost compared to sheepskin roller.	Divorces may remain. Requires certain skills to use.
Foam rubber	Allows you to save paint. Suitable for many types of paint (water-based, oil, acrylic). Lightweight (hand does not get tired). Great for oil paint.	It does not always give a perfectly flat surface, stains often remain. Provides a paint coat that is too thin. Requires experience. Short-lived. Not suitable for synthetic resin paints.
	Long lasting. Resistant to paint. Does not deform during operation.	High price.
Decorative skin	Gives a beautiful pattern, a unique surface to the ceiling. Used for final coating.	The roller is intended solely for creating a decorative surface. Has a high cost.

Roller size

The ceiling area can be quite large, so the use of a roller with a small diameter and small cylinder width may be impractical. Therefore, it is usually recommended to purchase a large roller. There is one "but" here: such a painting tool can be heavy. Please note that you will have to work for a long time, keeping the roller suspended. And it becomes even heavier after absorbing the paint. Therefore, we recommend that you prefer the medium roller (up to 30 cm wide), which is more convenient to use, since it is easier to hold on the weight.

Acrylic paint prices

acrylic paint

Another point is the shape of the ceiling. It can be curly, multistage. This shape is difficult to paint with a large roller - you will need a medium-sized tool. You may need to supplement the arsenal with small rollers and paint brushes of different sizes.

Painting roller type VP (1 - roller; 2 - bracket; 3 - handle)

Modern manufacturers offer the most advanced roller designs: you can find rollers with a special telescopic handle (retractable) in construction stores, as well as tools designed specifically for painting the ceiling and having a special trough (tray) for draining excess paint.

Also, in order to save money, manufacturers offer customers replacement elements for the roller handles. This is a smart choice, because the handle of the roller lasts much longer than the skin itself, and when buying replacement skin, we save on the metal base of the tool.

Video - Choosing a paint roller: types, sizes, features

How to choose a quality tool?

In order not to be mistaken with the quality of the tool, test the roller right in the store. So you can protect yourself from purchasing a low-quality item. Of course, the price already speaks volumes. A more expensive roller will last longer and provide a smoother finish, while an inexpensive tool may be short-lived and take more time and effort to create an attractive ceiling.

The required actions are listed below.

Try to check how strong the tool you are choosing. Squeeze the roller itself: will it deform? If so, it’s better to look at a different model.

See how well the roller is made for you. If a seam stands out on the fur coat, then such a tool will not be able to provide a high-quality coating on the surface of the ceiling (traces may remain).

If you choose a roller with a long nap, just try to pull it by the nap and see how strong the material itself is. Are there any lint left in your hand? If so, this is cause for doubt. Perhaps you should pay attention to the more expensive option.

Instructions for painting the ceiling with a roller

The process of painting the ceiling with a roller is not difficult, you just need to use high-quality materials and act in accordance with the instructions.

"Slip" from plywood for a roller

Table 2. How to paint a ceiling with a roller.

Steps, illustrations	Description of actions
	Prepare the surface. Remove layers of old paint. You may need to rinse the ceiling with special products and wait until it dries completely. Also, if necessary, the ceiling is leveled (using a putty) and cracks are repaired.
	Remove traces of mold (if any). Treat the surface with special antiseptic agents. Wait until dry.
	Apply a primer. This stage will improve the quality of the surface and extend its service life.
	Prepare the paint (dilute it or just mix it depending on the manufacturer's recommendations - look for them on the packaging). Mixing is best done with a drill equipped with a special mixer attachment.
	Prepare a tray for rolling out paint with a roller (or a fragment of old wallpaper, linoleum, boxes).
	Dip the roller in the paint. It is recommended to completely lower the roller into the paint so that the entire working surface of the tool is wet.
	Roll out the roller on the tray (or a piece of wallpaper). It is not recommended to roll it over the ceiling, as this can lead to stains and uneven painting.
	Paint a section of the ceiling. In order to avoid noticeable irregularities and joints at the boundaries of the sections, it is necessary to paint the ceiling in one go.
	It is recommended to perform smooth movements when painting, do not rush and act too harshly, as this will affect the quality of the painting - the layer may look heterogeneous. In order to achieve uniformity of the surface, it is required to perform a minimum of verified movements.
	Taking breaks is not recommended. It is impossible to tint the drying layer, it is better to carry out another full painting.
	If sagging is found, it is recommended to remove them with a dry sponge. Wait until it is completely dry. Apply the paint with another layer.
	Ceiling painting is carried out in two layers (this is a minimum, 3-4 layers are recommended). To move on to the next layer, you must wait until the bottom layer is completely dry. It is recommended to install a heater in the room to speed up the process.
	The direction of painting the second and subsequent layers should be perpendicular to the underlying layer.
	You will need a paintbrush to paint the corners and decorative elements.

The final layer must be applied in the direction away from the window.

Video - Painting the ceiling with a roller

The quality of the future coating depends not only on the paint and varnish materials (LKM) used, but also on the features of the painting tools chosen for their application. A properly selected roller does not just guarantee an excellent result: it can significantly increase the productivity of work and ensure their comfortable performance.

Characteristics of paint rollers

The roller consists of three main parts: a handle, a metal bar and a rotating roller. The comfort of the master during work depends on the type of tool handle. The quality of the rod affects reliability. The rotating roller consists of two elements - a sleeve with a core and a fur coat (plush). Plush is the most important element, as it determines the quality of the future coating.

When choosing a painting tool, professionals are guided by several characteristics:

plush material;
roller width;
pile length;
core diameter;
the presence of a lining;
diameter of the hole for the clasp;

When painting rough and rough surfaces, as well as corners, rollers with a long nap will provide an excellent result. An even, smooth layer of paint material and the absence of splashes guarantees a plush with a short nap. Use padded rollers to paint over deep irregularities.

The material from which the roller paint coat is made is responsible for working with certain types of paintwork materials. Plush for high quality, professional rollers is made of polyamide, microfiber, nylon, velor and fillet. Also distinguish between foam rubber (polyurethane foam) rollers with or without flock coating.

The choice of a paint roller by type of paintwork

To obtain a high-quality coating, it is necessary to take a responsible approach to the selection of material for a paint coat. The role of the main criterion when choosing a plush is assigned to the type of paintwork. Let's consider the most optimal combinations.

Water based paints

In working with water-based paints, the highest quality material today is polyamide. This synthetic fiber is obtained from petroleum refining. It is characterized by high strength, does not stick together when the paint is rolled out, picks up, holds and gives away paintwork well. At the same time, it is easy to clean, which significantly increases the life of the roller.

In the STORCH catalog of professional painting tools, these rollers are represented by two lines MULTICOLOR and EXPERT.

Rollers made of polyamide plush MULTICOLOR are distinguished by very good absorbency and paint recoil, which increases productivity. At the factory, the coat is washed for an hour at a certain water temperature in a special machine. Due to the wet pre-treatment, the roller does not lint. However, before starting work, we still recommend moistening it.

Roller STORCH polyamide MULTICOLOR

MULTICOLOR polyamide rollers are compatible with all types of water-based paints for painting facades and walls. Use this short-nap painting tools for working with varnishes.

Professional painting tools from the EXPERT line are recognized by professionals as one of the best when working with water-based paints and varnishes. They are made from solid endless polyamide fiber. When painting, the pile does not separate and does not fall on the surface to be treated, which makes it possible to achieve an excellent coating quality.

Roller STORCH polyamide Expert, endless thread

EXPERT rollers are ideal for applying dispersion paints, latex paints, silicate paints, silicone colored resins. The short nap painting tools in this line work well with water-based acrylic / polyurethane varnishes and alkyd varnishes where a perfectly smooth finish is not required.

Solvent-based paints and varnishes

The best option for working with solvent-based varnishes and paints are rollers with plush made from natural sheep wool (velor). This material is not afraid of aggressive chemical compounds.

Roller STORCH velor

STORCH professional velor rollers do not contain synthetic impurities, therefore their shelf life is much longer than that of conventional painting tools. The short pile allows for a high-quality finish on a smooth surface. Rollers made from 100% sheep wool are ideal for working with alkyd varnishes.

Impregnations, primers and antiseptics

To apply these materials, STORCH recommends the use of microfiber paint rollers (microfiber woven threads). They absorb the maximum amount of material, hold perfectly and transfer it to the surface in an even thin layer, without forming splashes. The microfiber plush does not leave lint, is easy to clean and resists wear and tear.

Roller STORCH microfiber

These rollers have proved to be excellent in working with impregnations, antiseptics, primers and other liquid paints and varnishes.

Thick paintwork materials

Two-component paints and varnishes and thick paints are best applied with nylon rollers. The plush of nylon endless yarns perfectly absorbs materials with a high viscosity index and allows you to achieve high quality dyeing through an even distribution.

Roller STORCH nylon

STORCH professional nylon rollers are additionally stabilized and compacted, which improves their painting characteristics and ensures excellent quality of the future coating.

Water-based and solvent-based varnishes

To work with different types of varnishes, STORCH offers a choice of four professional painting tools.

The Superfein polyurethane foam roller is a new word in surface varnishing. It is distinguished from other foam-rubber painting tools by its super-fine structure and the highest possible density. The result is a perfectly smooth bubble-free finish.

Roller STORCH polyurethane foam Superfein

Bubble free coating is also provided by the professional SoftForm Pro paint rollers. They are made from finely porous dense foam rubber, therefore they are highly absorbent and uniform material release. Achieve perfect lacquering without stripes thanks to special tapered recesses, made at the ends of the tool. Thanks to them, when rolling, a minimum amount of varnish is released from the edges of the roller and the finish surface is unprecedentedly smooth and uniform.

Roller STORCH polyurethane foam with end grooves SoftForm Pro

Roller with flock coating SoftForm is made of high density polyurethane foam and is characterized by a fine-pored structure, which allows it to absorb and release varnish much more efficiently compared to other painting tools. In turn, the flock villi prevent the formation of bubbles. As a result, you get a completely smooth finish without a single defect.

Roller STORCH flocked polyurethane foam with SoftForm end grooves

Separately, we can highlight the innovative monofilament plush made of polyester, which is ideal for all types of varnishes: both water-based and solvent-based. It has good coverage and does not leave lint. Filtovye rollers have proven themselves well in working with thick paints and paintwork materials of the new generation.

Roller STORCH filter polyester

The choice of the roller depending on the type of surface and its area.

Use short nap rollers to apply paint on smooth surfaces. They do not splash the material, absorb well and evenly give it to the surface. The exact length of the pile depends on the result you intend to achieve. For perfect smoothness, such as varnishing, choose rollers with a pile length of up to 5 mm. If a perfectly smooth result is not so important, then a pile up to 12mm will do.

Even painting of rough and rough surfaces will be provided by painting tools with a long nap, optimally from 12 to 18 mm. Thanks to the long hairs, depressions and unevenness are filled with the material without pressure and without reapplication. This increases productivity and saves paintwork.

First-class painting on embossed (very rough) surfaces can be achieved with lined rollers with a pile length of 18 mm or more. When pressed lightly, the pile adheres more tightly to the surface to be treated, filling the deepest cavities with paint. The lining is located under the paint coat and completely encircles the sleeve, while it does not absorb the paint and varnish material, so as not to make the roller heavier during operation.

STORCH has developed a roller with a specific plush shape especially for painting corners. A paint coat with a long pile, as it were, "creeps" from the edges onto the sleeve. As a result, we can paint over the corners quite comfortably.

The special professional STORCH roller for corners allows you to perfectly paint complex corner surfaces. It is characterized by a round narrow shape and a long pile. The painting tool is characterized by high absorbency and good material yield, and most importantly, it allows you to quickly and comfortably paint over the corners. A fast and high-quality result when painting large areas will be achieved by painting rollers with an increased core diameter XL. With their help, the wizard covers more surface than conventional tools. Due to their increased size, they absorb more ink, which prolongs the continuous dyeing time and has a positive effect on productivity.

Mini rollers are indispensable when working on small surfaces. They are ideal for touch-up and finishing. In terms of the quality of painting, small rollers are in no way inferior to full-size tools. With their help, it is convenient to paint slopes, decorative elements and other small areas.

When choosing a painting tool, also pay attention to the system for attaching the roller to the telescopic extension, the structure of the core and the clasp. Read about these features in the design of rollers in one of the following articles.

Working with the STORCH telescopic extension with LOCK-IT locking system

The STORCH company has tremendous experience in the development and creation of new generation painting tools aimed at solving all kinds of tasks. The assortment includes more than 40 types of professional rollers made of high quality materials. Our painting tools are loyal and reliable assistants, allowing you to achieve first-class painting of any type of surface with any paintwork.

You can familiarize yourself with all the assortments of STORCH rollers, as well as purchase them on the company's website (online store) -

It is more convenient and faster to choose the right plush according to the booklet-table. Open the brochure developed by STORCH here

Painting is one of the simplest ways to renovate a ceiling surface. Such a simple, but very effective type of home repair is available to almost everyone who knows how to hold a roller and a can of paint in their hands. However, sometimes there are multiple pitfalls hidden behind the obvious elementary nature of a particular process, and the end result directly depends on how you overcome this barrier. Which roller to paint the ceiling? A simple and complex question at the same time, the price of which is your satisfaction from the work done. We offer the most useful tips for choosing and some painting secrets.

What determines the choice

"Don't look down on your tools"- the paraphrase of a quote from a well-known song that has already set the teeth on edge is just what comes in handy. Most people who have started repairs are very frivolous about the choice of the necessary tools. Especially when it comes to painting. Here, all the philistine fantasy comes down to purchasing the first roller that comes into view in a hardware store.

It's also good if, before buying, a person holds it in his hands, checking for a comfortable grip. However, quite often this moment is safely dissolved in a hurried desire to buy everything you need and start (finish) repairs.

type of surface to be painted;
the quality of the paint used;
the nature of the prepared surface.

The ideal type of surface for uniform painting with a roller - drywall... It perfectly absorbs any kind of paint, keeping the selected color stably. True, before direct painting, it will be useful to walk over the entire ceiling surface with an acrylic-based primer, which will somewhat reduce the absorbency of the cardboard sheet. And in this article you can familiarize yourself in more detail with the features of painting the ceiling with water-based paint.

Most often, ceilings are painted with water-based or water-dispersion paint, which brilliantly retains color, is not afraid of moisture and, in general, is absolutely safe for humans.

Depending on the type of ingredients used, it can be acrylic, silicate, latex. The answer to the question of which roller is better to use for painting the ceiling, in each individual case, will directly depend on the choice of the type of paint. So, water-dispersion paint is excellent for painting plastered surfaces, which means that we will select the tool taking this fact into account.

In addition, the overall quality of the prepared surface also influences roll selection. How ready is she for staining? Are all cracks closed? What are the gaps between the sheets when it comes to plasterboard ceilings? What primer was used to finish the ceiling surface? All this is just a small part of the questions, knowledge of the answers to which allows you to correctly determine the tool in each individual case.

What rollers are

Trying to sort all the rollers on sale on the shelves is still a gamble. The fact is that a variety of criteria can act as a starting point for classification. Starting from the type of fur coat used and ending with the size of the drum. All this ultimately affects not only the speed of the work, but also the immediate convenience in this case. Let's try, nevertheless, to systematize the accumulated experience and consistently go through each of them.

Handle size

As a rule, in domestically produced rollers, this indicator fluctuates within 30-50 centimeters ... Experts note that it is these dimensions that allow you to confidently hold the roller in your hands and carry out uniform painting. If the task is to paint individual elements, and not the ceiling as a whole, then you can choose a roller with a smaller handle - 15 centimeters ... As a rule, foreign companies are the manufacturer of such products.

An excellent option is a tool with interchangeable handles, one of which is short, and the other, on the contrary, is long. Such a roller can be used successfully for a number of very different tasks.

Drum size

The standard drum size in modern rollers is from 20 to 40 centimeters ... Of course, you can always find options both less and more, but such tools cannot be called universal, since they are not very convenient for general painting and are more suitable for use in solving a local problem related to painting visible decorative elements of the ceiling surface ...

Drum design

The drum can be mounted on the roller body both on one side and on the other. By all accounts, the first option is preferable, since it allows you to change the drum coat over time, making the tool suitable for solving other tasks.

The double-sided design, alas, significantly limits your "user interface" and you cannot change the fur coat.

Coat type

Probably one of the most important indicators that should be taken into account when deciding on a tool.

fur;
foam rubber;
polyacrylic;
polyamide.

The advantage of a fur coat is that it saves paint and distributes it evenly over the entire surface. The natural fibers used to make such coats have a reference absorbency, but are easily squeezed out during the dyeing process. Of course, the final usability is correlated with the length of the pile.

Longer bristles allow more paint to be absorbed and a much thicker, more consistent coat. It uses a strong and thick thread. In rollers with a short or medium pile, the thread is much thinner, and the surface of the ceiling after being treated with a roller will be covered with a thin and even layer of paint.

Now correlate the information received with how you want to see the ceiling surface in the end - and make the right decision.

Foam rollers are best used when you pursue the goal of creating a certain texture, relief on the ceiling. They are excellent "friends" with oil paint, which has the most dense quality structure.

As for polyacrylic and polyamide paint rollers, the main area of their use is decorative work. To emphasize some curious detail on the ceiling, refresh the color mood, diversify a fragment - this is the kind of roller that should be used to paint the ceiling if your goal lies in this plane.

Current prices for ceiling rollers

The most popular rollers for painting ceilings and their cost are shown in our table.

Name	Price per piece
Faux fur roller assembly with handle 250mm SIBRTECH 80114	93 rubles
Roller made of natural fur 200mm SIBRTECH 80128	53 rubles
Foam roller with handle STRUCTURAL, MATRIX MASTER, 80221	288 rubles
Polyacrylic roller FIT mini 02693	102 rubles
Roller with plastic handle, 250 mm, pile 18 mm, D 40 mm, MATRIX 80887	128 rubles
Roller ANZA PLATINUM Antex 250/38 mm 580025	379 rubles

avoid using rollers with a plastic handle - as a rule, it is not very strong and does not withstand high pressure;
complex relief patterns can be decorated with a velor roller - for this you need to perform intermittent and sharp movements during the painting process;
you can also use special rollers with ready-made patterns on the drum surface to decorate the ceiling surface;
when making a purchase of a roller in a store, buy several replacement elements right away - this will save you time later, when the roller becomes unusable and you will hastily pick up a handle or fur coat for undeformed parts;
rollers for painting the ceiling are often equipped with a special container, which is fixed on the axis of the tool - it is there that all excess paint flows down, which makes the painting process as convenient and non-irritating as possible.

Conclusion

When deciding which roller to paint the ceiling with, think first of all not about how to save money on the purchase of a suitable tool, but about the convenience of future repairs. Still, a work that is done easily and freely, with pleasure, has much more chances to end in such a result that will bring real satisfaction, and not negative polar emotions. To some extent, the choice of a roller is a trifle, especially when compared with the selection of paint for decorating the ceiling, but it is from such trifles that the overall result is formed, in the success of which you are most interested. Is not it?

Today there is a huge selection of a wide variety of tools for applying paint to walls, ceilings or other elements of the house, but, of course, the paint roller is especially popular. On the modern market, a fairly wide selection of rollers is offered, which differ, both externally and in technical characteristics, so which one should you opt for?

General information

The paint roller is the most important tool for the painter. In addition to being user-friendly, it can also be praised for its relative speed in various painting tasks, and for the price it is quite affordable. It consists of a roller and a yoke (handle). In turn, the rollers can be divided into monolithic and collapsible, there are also options with studs, bearings and frames.

The main types of paint rollers

So, before proceeding with the choice of a roller, you must have an idea of their types. For example, domestic tools are marked with letters, the first of them is the letter B, which means the word "roller", the second letter denotes the material from which its fur coat is made, and the third letter is the area where it is used.

Imported rollers are divided into:

Mini-rollers (in most cases they are used for painting corners and other hard-to-reach places).
Midi-rollers (the most common type among painters).
Special rollers (used for painting structural materials, aggressive and wavy surfaces).

According to the material "Fur coats" rollers are divided into:

Polyamide (perlon)
Paint roller polyacryl (kanekaron, modacryl, meryl).
Natural fur materials.
Vestan, yellow vestan, foam rubber, polyester.

Classification of rollers and their fields of application

Paint roller, foam rubber

They are used in the process of working with varnishes, primers and water-based paints. Due to the structure of the foam rubber, during the painting process, air bubbles are formed, which bursting, create an uneven surface.

Painting roller velor

Used when applying emulsions and oil paints. It can be used to paint any surface evenly, without frequent dipping in paint.

Paint roller fur

Thanks to natural fur, the rollers evenly apply paint to the surface, and they are also much more durable than artificial ones. Such tools are divided according to the length of the pile. It is worth remembering that the longer the pile, the better the painting of rough and uneven surfaces will be. These rollers are ideal for applying enamels and oil paints. It is also worth remembering that before working with such a tool, it is advisable to wet it in advance in order to reduce the stiffness of the pile.

Textured or patterned paint roller

Such rollers can be with a wide variety of textures, for example, in the form of holes, patterns, and so on. Ideal for a variety of decorative effects, they are most commonly used with textured finishes.

Frame paint rollers

Their main difference from the rest is that their "fur coat" is not worn on a cylinder, but on a special frame made of plastic or wire. These tools are quite cheap. They are ideal for intricate interiors.

Wallpaper roller

To apply glue to the wallpaper, it is necessary to use a foam rubber paint roller, the price of which is relatively low. In order to smooth the wallpaper, a rubber one is suitable, and in order to paint wallpaper, a tool with a medium long pile would be an ideal option.

Facade rollers

They are rollers with a layer of intermediate padding, due to which it is possible to achieve slow sliding and no paint splatter.

Basic rules for choosing paint rollers

When choosing a paint roller, it is unnecessary to look at its appearance, and also not to listen to the advice of sellers who just need to get rid of stale goods. So how do you choose the right paint roller?

First of all, you need to pay attention to its weight. Today, tools are being sold that cannot be held overhead for more than two minutes. Only professionals can take off. But if any doubts arise during the purchase, then it is also necessary to take into account the fact that in the process of work it will be saturated with paint, due to which it will become even harder.
The color of the "fur coat" should be made in light colors, since the dark pile can fade after a while. And if the "fur coat" is made of low-quality materials, then the pile can fall out and remain on the painted surfaces, which will cause a lot of inconvenience.
It is best to opt for those paint rollers that have no seams. In the process of applying paint, such tools will leave marks, which will require many coats to be removed.
In the process of this choice, you must also check how comfortable the handle is. Taking it in hand, there should be a feeling that all fingers are in place.

Before you start turning your apartment or house into a real palace, you need to pay due time and attention to the choice of a roller, since any work should be enjoyable, especially when it comes to renovating your own living quarters.

It is convenient to paint flat surfaces of a large area using a hand tool - a roller. Products represent a plastic or wooden cylinder on which a fur coat made of a certain material is fixed. The cylinder has a through hole in which the handle is inserted.

The modern construction market offers a huge number of paint rollers of various types and sizes. Products differ in the materials from which the fur coat is made. To choose the right tool, you need to know some subtleties.

The cheapest option is paint rollers with a foam coat. They can be used to apply water-based paints. The tool can be used for priming and wallpapering. As for emulsion formulations, such a roller will not work. Foam products are not recommended for painting the ceiling, as the applied layer will be uneven. The only advantage of the foam roller is its low cost. Among the disadvantages, one can note the formation of a large amount of splashes during operation and a short service life.

Fur rollers can be used with any kind of paint. Products do not absorb too much, so they do not splash during work. Thanks to this feature, the layer is uniform and bubble-free. In addition, fur options fill small cracks, chips and other recesses with paint. The only drawback is that the property of the material will separate from the fur coat. This is especially true for cheap products that leave a lot of fibers on the painted surface.

Roller with fur coat

Velor in terms of color quality is in no way inferior to fur, and in terms of layer uniformity, they even surpass them. The surface painted with such a tool becomes perfectly smooth after drying. But at the same time, it is recommended to use a velor product only for experienced craftsmen who know all the intricacies of working with this type of tool. This coat is perfect for varnishing coatings.

A thread roller for painting walls is used in cases where the speed of work is a fundamental factor. In terms of performance, the product is practically no different from the two previous types, but at the same time it costs a little less. When working with such a tool, do not run it too quickly along the wall, so as not to splatter everything around with paint. It should be noted that a good embossed pattern on the fur coat is imprinted on the walls.

A polyamide roller is used for any type of paint, including materials that contain synthetic solvents or regular water. Polyamide absorbs well and gives off paint, it is easy to clean after use. In addition, this material is resistant to various aggressive environments, so it will last for a long time. The pile length and texture allow not only painting surfaces, but also masking small defects and creating a relief coating.

Walls and ceilings can be painted with a roller with a polyacrylic coat. It is recommended to use the tool only with water-based paints, as components made from other materials can damage the coat prematurely. Polyacryl is a cheap analogue of polyamide, and the quality of the material is much worse. Rollers made of it are suitable for painting smooth surfaces or coatings with small defects.

Another inexpensive tool based on synthetic fibers is a roller with a polyester fur coat. The product quickly breaks down, but at the same time it is cheap, so it is recommended to buy it for one-time work.

Roller size

There are types of rollers for painting surfaces that differ in size. In this case, only the dimensions of the cylinder itself are taken into account, and the handle can be any. On this basis, tools are:

Mini. In this case, we are talking about a cylinder with a diameter of not more than 9 cm and a maximum height of 15 cm. Most often, products are used for finishing hard-to-reach surfaces or coatings with a small area.
Midi. The diameter remains the same - 9 cm, and the height is slightly higher - up to 20 cm. Such tools are considered universal and are recommended for home decoration. With their help, you can quickly paint the walls, despite the fact that the rollers themselves weigh a little.
Maxi. As the name implies, such products are large in size. Their length reaches 30 cm, and the diameter is 8 cm. This type of roller belongs to a professional tool, so the cost is appropriate. Most often, the product is used for facade work.

Some craftsmen buy a maxi-sized roller right away to speed up the interior finishing, but this is not the best solution. The fact is that such a tool absorbs a significant amount of paint, therefore it becomes very heavy. At the same time, the area of the inner walls is not enough to transfer all the absorbed paint to the surface, and the tool will remain heavy throughout the entire work. Better not to rush, but paint everything with midi and mini rollers.

For staining outside, on the contrary, it is not recommended to use the first two options. The fact is that their diameters are larger than those of the maxi, so the paint is better sprayed, which is why it is impossible to work quickly. Outside, the paint dries very quickly, so the speed of application is very important.

On this basis, tools are divided into the following groups:

For interior work. They are small, lightweight products.
Facade. They are large and equipped with a bearing that stops the roller if the speed is too high.
Textured. They can be made of various materials: rubber, plastic, metal, fur, and so on. With its help, embossed patterns are created when using decorative plasters.
Presser. These are rubber products, with the help of which adhesives are applied to the surface and air bubbles from under the wallpaper are removed.
Needle-like. They are used for perforating drywall and removing old wallpaper.
Paneled. Used for decorative painting without a stencil. Today, such a tool is almost impossible to find.

Features of the choice of a roller for walls and ceilings

Now about which roller is better to paint the walls. It is better to choose rollers of medium size, with a large comfortable handle. The length of the pile and the material of the coat depend only on the type of paint used, but do not play a role as such. If you need a high quality coating, it is recommended to purchase a roller with a velor fur coat. If you are planning a regular cosmetic repair, and the tool is no longer useful, it is better to purchase a foam roller.

As for painting the ceiling, in this case it is better to buy a product with a short and medium-sized handle. The pile length should be medium so that the roller can absorb the working material without splattering it. Additionally, with a roller, you must purchase a special painting tray or prepare a sheet of material that does not absorb the coloring composition. The fact is that the paint cannot be rolled over the surface of the ceiling, and therefore these products are needed.

Now the question of which roller to paint the walls or ceiling will not arise. Follow the guidelines above when choosing a tool. Remember that unnecessary savings can lead to poor surface quality and the need to redo the work.