If you want to select the best paint roller to produce the smoothest finish on your surface, it is necessary to consider the type of paint to be used plus the nature of the surface to be covered. At Pro Roller Company, we offer an extensive array of paint rollers for smooth finish surfaces.
Paint Roller Piles (or Naps)
The nap (or pile) of a paint roller refers to its thickness. Thicker naps are more effective at covering popcorn-like ceilings and textured walls. They capture and retain a larger volume of paint and tend to cover tight crevices more efficiently. If your painting surface is on the smooth side, a short nap of about 1/4-inch length is ideal since it can provide the necessary coverage without adding too much texture. These suggestions regarding naps should provide you with a smooth finish.
Paint Roller Material Options
Prior to selecting paint rollers for smooth finish surfaces, you need to choose the sheen of paint. For flat or satin paints, it is best to use a knit roller cover because of the large volume of paint it holds. For glossy paints, it is ideal to use a shed-resistant, tightly woven paint roller cover since glossy paint tends to reveal more lint that sheds from a brush.
A nap size of 3/16 to 1/4 inch is effective for painting with a roller on smooth surfaces, such as smooth wallboard, drywall, metal, and smooth plaster. A nap size of 3/8 to 1/2 inch is preferred for most ceilings and walls, acoustic tile, paneling, smooth concrete, textured drywall, and wood. For smooth ceilings, a 1/4-inch nap is most effective.
Always remember that glossy paint shows more imperfection on the wall than a matte finish since it reflects more light. It is important to match up the paint roller designed for use on a particular surface in order to achieve best results.
To learn about the various paint rollers for smooth finish surfaces we offer at Pro Roller Company, check out our selection of roller covers, call us today at 800.325.9561 or send us a message through our contact form.
