Matt emulsion: apply with roller or power roller?

catt_2

I've read the existing forums and from what I've learned I've decided to paint my newly plastered walls and ceilings with trade contract matt emulsion (non-vinyl) and will be visiting Dulux to see Glidden paint. Otherwise, my local builders depot has a good price on Macpherson trade contract matt at £15.21.

My intention was to paint in the edges and corners with a (Harrison?) brush and then roller the rest. I was at B&Q looking at 9" and 12" rollers, wondering if longer is quicker without compromising painting quality.;)

Then I came across something in the 50% off discontinued/end-of-lines/sale.... for £20:
http://www.diy.com/diy/jsp/bq/nav/nav.jsp?action=detail&amp;fh_oneslice=true&amp;fh_view_size=6&amp;fh_eds=?&amp;fh_reffacet=_common_price_range&amp;fh_location=//catal!!!1/en_GB/categories<{10099}/categories<{10100}/categories<{8960077}/specificationsProductType=Rollers+&+Pads/_common_price_range=30-40&amp;fh_refview=lister&amp;fh_secondid=9788721&amp;fh_refpath=facet_51280668&amp;ts=1214029548830

It is called Sandtex Power Roller "the easiest and quickest way to paint your masonary walls". I bought the last one at my local B&Q, took it home and goggled it.

It's described as new and award winning. It is considerably cheaper than the Dulux Pod (£70) and can take any paint but is battery operated.

Any thoughts on which way to go? BTW, I'm a competent and experienced DIYer.;)

catt_2

Any advice about brushes, rollers or the Sandtex wold be appreciated!:D

Where are the painter decorators?;)

nickj_2

you have asked at 1-42 pm - where are the painters and decorators ?

believe it or not - we are at work
or did you think we are on 24hr stand by to solve peoples queries :rolleyes:

i personally would go for a decent hamilton roller and sleeve

misgrace

nickj wrote: »

you have asked at 1-42 pm - where are the painters and decorators ?

believe it or not - we are at work
or did you think we are on 24hr stand by to solve peoples queries :rolleyes:

i personally would go for a decent hamilton roller and sleeve

Ditto, I was working my little socks off at that time, no lunch break for me :rolleyes:

I agree with Nick, go for a decent sleeve and roller, if you want a flatter finish, go for a med pile sleeve, and I can recommend gliddens contract, I use it all the time on new plastered walls, but, its very thick, so you have to thin it down really well.

It doesnt matter if you cut in the whole room then roll, specially with your mistcoat,but when you come to your top coat, do one wall at a time for a better finish.
Cut in top and bottom/sides, then roll, then go on to the next wall.

And for a really good finish, slightly water down your top coat as well.

catt_2

24 hours had elapsed when I asked....;)