Paint Roller

Rollers cover a lot of ground fast, but nap thickness is what most people overlook. Smooth walls take a short nap — 3/8 inch or less. Rough or textured surfaces need a thicker nap to get into the valleys and lay down even coverage. Nixa Hardware & Seed Co. carries roller frames, covers in multiple nap thicknesses, and telescoping extension poles so you’re not dragging a ladder across the room every few minutes. Buy an extra cover — swapping mid-job is faster than stopping to clean one.