INFORMATION SHEET 5.

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Types and Uses of Construction Painting Tools,
Materials and Accessories

Learning Objectives
After reading this information sheet, you must be able to:
1. Classify basic painting tools and materials;
2. Enumerate painting tools and materials

Need to add colors to your walls? If you think your room needs a
boost, then adding a splash of colors can give it a new lease on life. Many
homeowners might find the task of painting a dreadful task, but it’s actually
one of the most inexpensive ways to give your room a makeover.
To make your painting experience a breeze, be sure to have the right
painting tools. You’ll need more than a reliable paintbrush so check out the
list below to know what you might be missing.

Type Roller

One of the most important painting tools that you

will need if you are going to be covering large areas
of a room with paint edger, is a roller. This tool will
allow you to quickly cover entire walls in a fraction
of the time that it would take for you to try to paint
these areas with a paint brush. Since rollers come in many different
sizes, it is easy to find one that will allow you to quickly cover the wall.
Additionally, rollers come with differently sized naps, which will play a role
in how much paint is applied to the wall at a time. If you need extra
coverage, then you will want to choose a roller with a thicker nap, while
thinner naps will put on less paint. Of course, it is important to remember
that rollers with very thick naps tend to apply so much paint that it will
drip, so you need to be careful.
Tray
A tray is necessary if you are going to use a roller, as you
will pour the paint needed into the tray and then insert
the roller to pick up the desired amount of paint. It’s
imperative that you buy a tray that is wide enough to
easily accommodate your roller, or else you will have
great difficulty trying to get your roller evenly covered.
Keeping the right amount of paint in your tray will make it possible to have
the perfect amount of paint on your roller. Too much, and you will find that
you have a lot of drips, as well. Too little, and you will find it difficult to get
even coverage on your walls.

Paint Tray Liner

While using a paint tray is necessary when you

choose to use a paint roller, in order to avoid the
need of washing out the tray when you are
finished, it’s a good idea to invest in some paint
tray liners. These are generally fairly inexpensive
and fit inside of the paint tray, conforming to its shape. When you are
finished painting, you can easily just throw away the liner without having to
deal with trying to clean out the tray. As a result, cleaning up your painting
space and supplies will be quick and easy.

Brush

A decent brush will make your painting job very

quick and easy. However, if you buy a lower-
quality brush or the wrong one for your job, then
you will find that painting is very frustrating and
slow-going. Lower-quality brushes will tend to lose their bristles in your
paint, which can be unsightly and cause texture in your walls where you
didn’t want it. When you make sure to buy decent brushes and ensure that
they are the right style for your job, painting your rooms will be a lot faster
and easier.

Tape

If you want to paint a design on your wall, or if you are

planning to block off certain areas so that they don’t
accidentally get painted, then you need to invest in
quality painter’s tape. Unlike other types of tape that can
be very difficult to remove from a wall, painter’s tape will
stay on the walls for days, allowing you a sharp edge in your painting. When
you finish, you can pull the tape down from the wall quickly and easily. This
is important, as you do not want to have to deal with paint chipping away
from the tape when you finally remove it.

Drop cloth

No matter what kind of floor your room has, you

are going to want to protect it from drips and
spills. Accidentally spilling paint on your floor can
quickly ruin it and cause you to have to replace
carpet or get your wood floors professionally
repaired. It’s easy to put down a drop cloth to decrease the likelihood that
you will have any major spills. Thinner plastic drop cloths are great if you
want to be able to throw away the drop cloth when you are finished with
your project, but if you want to be able to use your drop cloths again, then
opt for higher quality ones made of thick fabric.
 Corner Edges
Painting around the corners of your windows, doors, and cabinets can be tricky,
even when you use painter’s tape.
For that reason, buying corner edges is a good idea.
These plastic tools will fit around the corners of your

cupboards or molding that you do not want to accidentally paint and help
you to keep the edges neat and clean.

Sprayer

If you have a wide open space where you

are going to be painting, and you want to
make sure that you can complete the job as
quickly as possible, then it is a good idea to
opt for a paint sprayer. Rather than
choosing a small one that will only hold a little amount of paint, when you
buy a powerful sprayer you will be amazed at how quickly you can paint
your entire home. It’s important that you only use a paint sprayer in a
location where you have plenty of fresh air. It’s also important to watch out
for overspray, but this is a fast and easy way to complete your project in a
fraction of the time.

Edger

While many people prefer to use a paintbrush to edge

around door frames, windows, floorboards, and the
ceiling, if you are not experienced with using a brush
and are worried about making a mistake or if you simply
want to move as quickly as possible during your
painting job, then it is a good idea to purchase an edger.
These tools make it easy to quickly edge around items in your home without
accidentally getting paint on them, thereby allowing you to move forward
with the painting job quickly. As long as you apply an even coat of paint,
your edger will speed up the painting process.

Extension Pole

It can be very difficult to paint high up on a wall,

either near the ceiling, or on a staircase, and if you
are not comfortable getting on a ladder, or if you
simply want to move the process along as fast as
possible, then it’s a good idea to purchase an
extension pole. These poles generally have a threaded
end that will allow you to screw on your paint roller.
While it can be tricky to get the hang of using an extension pole for painting
at first, using one will greatly speed up the painting process and ensure that
you do not miss any spots near the ceiling.

Painter’s Tool

A quality painter’s tool will eliminate the need of

your having to have your toolbox with you while
you’re painting, as this tool has many different
functions. They generally combine a chisel
scraper, spreader, paint can opener, roller cleaner, and other functions.
Having one of these tools available when you are painting and preparing for
painting will make your painting job fly by.

Paint Remover

While most of the time you can easily paint over

prior layers of paint, if you want to be able to strip
away old paint, then is important that you use
a professional paint remover. This product can
quickly and easily remove up to 15 layers of paint, while at the same time
decreasing the amount of elbow grease you will need to use. It is important
only to purchase paint remover that is environmentally friendly and odor
free so that you do not put yourself at risk of breathing in dangerous fumes.
Look for a paint remover that cleans up with water.

Paint Bucket

Trimming a room by hand can take a long time, and if you

are on a ladder and going up and down the steps, then not
only will it take significantly longer, but you’re sure to get
tired. Pouring a small amount of paint into a bucket that
you can take with you will speed up the trimming process
and decrease the likelihood that you accidentally drip from
your brush. It’s important to choose a paint bucket that is small enough to
carry easily, but large enough to hold ample paint for your needs.

Paint Guide

Using a paint guide makes painting up against the carpet,

other floors, and cabinets easy and decreases the
likelihood that you’ll accidentally paint onto these items.
These guides are especially important when you are going
to be painting your floorboard because any paint on the carpet can cause
the fibers to stick to the floorboard itself. It’s a good idea to buy a paint
guide that is longer so that you don’t have to worry about moving it
repeatedly. Longer paint guides will allow you to complete a painting in
bigger areas in shorter amounts of time, and they will decrease how long
your trimming process will actually take.
Lock Jaw Tool Holder
While extension poles are ideal for rolling higher up on the
wall without any problem, most poles do not have the ability
to hold a paintbrush as well as a roller. If you want to be
able to use your paintbrush high up on the wall, then it’s
important that you invest in this small tool. It will actually
attach to the threaded end of your pole and allow you to hold
brushes easily. Because you can adjust this tool in 15-degree increments,
you’ll be able to get your brush into the perfect position for painting on the
wall or the ceiling in no time. Additionally, this tool can be used with an
extension pole to hold a flashlight and scraper, turning this tool into a multi-
use piece of equipment that you are sure to love.

Types of Brushes

Stencil Brush

If you are going to be using a stencil on your wall to add

detail to your room, then it is important that you use the
right brush for the job. Unlike other types of paint
brushes that work in a brushing motion along the wall, a
stencil brush is used to quickly and carefully dab paint onto the stencil.
This makes it easy to add color to your room without the fear of paint
accidentally bleeding under the stencil and ruining the edge of your design
the way that it would if you were to use a different type of a paint brush.
While these brushes are not useful for painting large areas, they make
design work fast and easy.
Angle Sash

An angle sash brush has slanted bristles and will

hold a fair amount of paint. This means that you
can use it for cutting in around the ceiling or trim,
or even for painting trim, without having to worry
about whether or not you will have enough paint
on the brush for the job. This will decrease the number of times that you
have to put more paint on your brush and it will prevent you from dripping.

Flat Sash
This type of brush has bristles that are completely straight all
the way across the brush and is ideal for painting on flat
surfaces. While it is not easy to cut in with this type of brush,
you can easily fill in areas on your wall using a flat sash brush.

Wall
Thicker brushes that hold more paint are called wall
brushes. They are ideal for painting large surfaces
such as a wall when you do not want to use a roller.
Due to their size, they should not be used for fine
detail work, as they simply hold too much paint and are too bulky to try to
use in a smaller space.

Trim
These flat brushes are ideal for quickly covering larger surfaces, as
long as they are flat. They are generally used for painting exterior
siding on your home.

Thin Angle Sash

A slanted brush, the thin angle sash brush will easily

create a thin and straight line when you are cutting in
your room and trimming around the edges. They do not hold as much paint
as an angle sash brush, but they are ideal if you are working in a smaller
area or want to make sure that you have the most control possible over your
brush so that you do not make a mistake.

Chip
Chip brushes are generally fairly small and are
perfect for painting in awkward or enclosed spaces
where you do not have a lot of room to maneuver
the brush. They do a great job on fine detail work and will leave a
professional and clean appearance as long as you are careful when using
the brush.

Bristle Types

Natural

Made with animal hairs, these brushes are ideal for applying
paint that has an oil base. Due to the splitting of the tips of the
bristles, these brushes will hold more paint and release it
smoothly and evenly onto your wall for a nice finish.

Blended Nylon/Polyester
These brushes are very easy to clean and are great for
use with latex paint. When cared for properly, they
will last for many years. Nylon is very durable, and
polyester holds its shape well, making for a durable and reliable brush.
Polyester

Ideal for use with latex paint, polyester brushes do a great

job of staying stiff and holding their shape throughout a
long job. They apply paint very evenly and smoothly due to
their firm bristles and how well they can hold their shape.

Feature
Embossed

To quickly add a lot of interest and design to your wall

without having to use a stencil, you should use an embossed
roller. This is a great way to complete your job. These rollers
have a design cut into them and have a firmer surface than
rollers that are generally used to cover large areas with paint. By carefully
applying a thin amount of paint to the roller, and then rolling it evenly and
smoothly over the wall, you can create texture and add visual interest to
your walls quickly and easily. These rollers are generally very easy to clean
up so that you can use them again in the future if you want to add the same
texture to another wall in your home.

Kit

Buying a kit is the best way to make sure that you

have all of the tools that you are going to need for your
painting job. Rather than trying to buy pieces
separately, if you do not already have a quality roller
and brushes at your home, then you can save time and money by buying a
kit. These generally come with a few different types of brushes in them,
making it ideal for beginners as they will have the right brushes for
trimming out your room and for painting larger areas, as well. While some of
the pieces included may not be as high quality as if you were to buy them
separately, a kit is a wonderful way to get started painting quickly without
spending a lot of money.

Extendable

There are some extension poles

that will only add a few feet to the
length of your paint roller that, while it will extend your reach a little, will
not allow you to paint very high walls. If you are worried about painting
higher than normal walls or about hurting your back when trying to paint a
ceiling, then it is a good idea to buy an extension pole that is extendable.
These generally can lock into different lengths so that you can extend it to
the perfect size for your needs and not have to worry about it being just a
little too short or too long.

Ergonomic
Painting for long hours at a time can really take its toll on your
body, especially if you are going to be holding a paintbrush for the
majority of the time. When you choose an ergonomic paintbrush,
you can be certain that you will avoid the hand cramps that are
so common with painting. When you have to hold a paintbrush in
the same position for an extended period of time, it can become
very difficult and uncomfortable, but you can keep your hand feeling its best
when you choose an ergonomic brush.

Magnetic Paint Cup

Some paint cups come with a magnetic strip along the
inside of them that will make it easy for you to store your
paintbrush inside the cup without it falling down into
the paint. When you choose a paint cup that has this
feature, then you won’t have to worry about your brush
getting too much paint on it or falling out of the cup. Simply connect the
metal of the brush to the magnetic part of the paint cup, and you will always
know exactly where your brush is.

Adjustable Angle

A paint brush roller extension that has an adjustable

angle will allow you to turn the brush to the perfect
angle for painting your wall. This will eliminate the need
for you to turn your body into an awkward angle or
contort your arms to get the brush to line up perfectly
with the wall when painting.
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