The Scoop On Paint Rollers

ROLLING PAINT IS LIKE ICING A CAKE.

At Color Baggage we obsess about wall color for a reason. A cake wouldn't be a pretty cake without pretty frosting. Pant color is the pretty frosting on your cake.

WE EAT WITH OUR EYES FIRST.

Rolling paint on a wall quickly spreads color evenly across a massive surface, saving time and ensuring a smooth application. The thickness of the roller nap affects how much paint it can hold and how it applies to different surfaces: The material of a roller impacts how smooth the final coat looks. 

Thickness:

Think of paint roller covers as sponges.

The finer the sponge, the less water it holds, while a thicker one has more. The denser the sponge, the more paint it will hold, filling in the pockets while rolling over surfaces. We recommend using a woven microfiber with a 1/4" nap for smooth or lightly textured surfaces. Opt for a higher nap thickness for rougher textures.

1/4" Naps: Ideal for for a smooth application, ensuring even spreadability and drying.
3/8" Naps: It holds more paint and is suitable for filling in gaps on lightly textured surfaces.
1/2" Naps: Works well on rougher textured surfaces, providing ample paint coverage.

Materials:

Think of roller nap material as a makeup sponge.

The smoother the sponge, the softer the blend, the more polished the final look. These are the two we recommend:

Woven: Microfiber / Mohair 
Delivers an exceptionally smooth finish with no lint residue.
Knit: Polyester / Lambswool
Leaves a textured stipple for a different aesthetic.

Any questions? Email us ~ frontdesk@colorbaggage.com