I’ve been using paint rollers for as long as I can remember, and have experience with everything from small foam rollers for priming furniture to full-size models for ceilings and walls.

It costs about $6 for a 9-inch roller cover with a ⅜-inch nap at Lowe's, but being able to reuse them saves money in the long run. Typically, you can use a paint roller cover up to five times ...

Before you can paint your walls, you’ll need to prime them. With a paintbrush, outline the walls, ceilings, and windows, with ...

What *not* to use to clean paint rollers. As long as you wash your paint roller after you’re done using it, you shouldn’t have any issues getting the paint off.

Most homeowners can achieve excellent results with just a paint roller, paintbrush, painter’s tape, drop cloths, and of course paint, all of which you can get in one trip to The Home Depot.

Just stick your wet roller in the can, close the lid, and tape it shut to make sure no air sneaks in. Store it in the fridge overnight, and it should still be moist and ready to go when you pull ...