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 Grid — Allowing excess paint to be rolled off the brush/roller in the bucket
- 2-gallon Bucket — Holding paint for cut-ins
- 3-inch Angled Sash Brush — Precisely painting along the ceiling line (cut-ins)
- 3/8-inch Nap — Roller cover suitable for smooth to semi-smooth surfaces, providing good coverage
- 9-inch Roller — Applying paint to the main wall sections
- Ladder — Reaching the ceiling for cut-ins
- Wall Paint — Painting the walls