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Using 3/4-inch Nap for Rough Surfaces

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Paint roller nap explained

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What happens here

The presenter introduces the 3/4-inch nap roller, indicating it's specifically made for rough surfaces such as cinder blocks, brick, block, stucco, concrete, or masonry. He demonstrates its excellent coverage on a cinder block, highlighting its ability to hold a lot of paint and penetrate deep into crevices. He also mentions 1-inch and 1 1/4-inch naps for similar rough surfaces.

Goal: Understand the application of 3/4-inch and larger nap rollers for very rough surfaces.

Tools and materials

  • 3/4-inch nap roller sleeve — For painting rough surfaces like cinder blocks, brick, or stucco
  • Paint roller handle — To hold the roller sleeve for painting
  • Cinder block — To demonstrate painting a rough surface
  • White paint — To demonstrate painting

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plywood for an example. Little bit rough texture. Gets in, fills everything nice. 3/4 in nap, this 3/4 in is made for rough surfaces like this cinder block. Holds a lot of paint and gets in the cracks and crevices. Your 3/4 in, your in, and your in and a quarter are all made for cinder blocks, concrete, masonry, or stucco. Your foam roller, great for your cabinet doors, your trim work, if you want ultra

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