Choosing paint roller cover through nap

Nap refers to the length of the paint roller cover material. Select a nap length according to the surface's texture.

Nap length: 3/16" and 1/4"

· Best for: Smooth surfaces

· Use on: Untextured plaster or drywall, metal, or smooth wood such as cabinets, doors, or trim

Nap length: 3/8" to 1/2"

· Best for: Medium (semi-smooth) surfaces

· Use on: Lightly textured drywall or wood, acoustical

Nap length: 3/4" to 1"

· Best for: Semi-rough surfaces

· Use on: Stucco, textured plaster walls, paneling, concrete floors or blocks, paneling, decks

Nap length: 1 1/4" to 1 1/2"

· Best for: Extra rough surfaces

· Use on: Rough wood, cinder block, brick, heavily-textured plaster or stucco, chain link fences

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