5 More Painting Tips for Efficient Work

Recently, we told you how to paint trim and furniture without getting everything dirty. Today we continue the topic and suggest how to properly work with a roller so your hands don't get tired and the paint applies evenly.

How to Keep the Tray Clean

Before you start, cover the tray with a plastic bag or food foil. After finishing, wait for the paint to dry and remove the bag. Now you can throw it away and reuse the tray many times.

Decontaminate the Paint Roller

To begin with, remove all unnecessary items from the fur attachment so nothing gets into the paint. You can use sticky tape or rinse the roller under water with a small amount of soap.

Make Your Work Easier

Have you ever noticed how your wrist aches after long painting sessions? The problem is that there isn't enough paint on the roller. You end up exerting too much effort to evenly apply it to the wall, and your hands get tired.

If the roller's fur is matte and dry, it's time to add more paint. Just don't overdo it, or the paint will drip onto the floor.

Apply Paint Evenly

How to ensure the paint spreads evenly on the roller and then on the wall? It's simple:

• Pour more paint into the tray;
• Dip the roller into the paint and roll it a little to get enough (you can refer back to the third point here);
• Quickly swipe the roller across the ribbed part of the tray (don't splash paint around): 6–7 rotations will be enough to distribute the paint evenly;
• Apply the paint to the surface with straight strokes;
• When the paint on the roller runs out, go over the just-painted areas to distribute it evenly and remove excess;
• Repeat everything from the beginning.

Extend the Life of Your Roller

Any paint should be applied in several layers. Between painting sessions, wrap the roller in a damp paper towel to prevent the fur from drying out. Or store it in a bag or plastic wrap. This way, the fur won't clump and will last longer.