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Perform Ceiling Cut-ins and Initial Wall Rolling

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What happens here

One painter (Dan) climbs a ladder to perform the 'cut-ins' along the ceiling line. He uses a 3-inch angled sash brush and a 2-gallon bucket with a 1-gallon grid to apply paint precisely along the edges where the walls meet the ceiling. Simultaneously, the main painter (the presenter) follows directly behind him, rolling the walls. He uses a 9-inch roller with a contractor's white woven 3/8-inch nap, ensuring to maintain a wet edge with Dan's cut-in work to avoid any lines or flashing. This coordination is key to a seamless finish.

Goal: Apply paint along ceiling edges and begin rolling walls

Tools and materials

  • 1-gallon GridAllowing excess paint to be rolled off the brush/roller in the bucket
  • 2-gallon BucketHolding paint for cut-ins
  • 3-inch Angled Sash BrushPrecisely painting along the ceiling line (cut-ins)
  • 3/8-inch NapRoller cover suitable for smooth to semi-smooth surfaces, providing good coverage
  • 9-inch RollerApplying paint to the main wall sections
  • LadderReaching the ceiling for cut-ins
  • Wall PaintPainting the walls