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BENJAMIN MOORE APPLICATORS |
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Selecting the Right Tool for the Job
Using the right brush or roller can make painting easier and yield more professional
results. Benjamin Moore & Co. offers a complete line of paint applicators for every
job, whether you are a professional or do-it-yourselfer. The following
reference will help you choose the best tool to use in a given situation.
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| BRUSHES Angle Sash
trim, windows, cutting in edges
sizes available: 1¸", 2", 2¸", 3"
Thin Angle Sash detail work where brush control is important
sizes available: 1", 1¸", 2", 2¸", 3"
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Flat Sash general painting, broad surfaces
sizes available: 1¸", 2", 2¸", 3"Varnish
when applying stains, varnishes and other thin coatings
sizes available: 2", 2¸", 3"
Wall general painting, especially exterior siding and trim
sizes available: 3", 4"
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| Use Nylon/Polyester brushes
with all types of coatings, especially latex/water-based Use China
Bristle brushes with alkyd/oil based paints, stains, urethanes, varnishes,
shellacs |
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| ROLLER COVERS 3/16" nap
use on smooth surfaces: doors, walls of untextured plaster, smooth wood,
wallboard, drywall, smooth metal; gloss and semi-gloss paints
3/8" to 1/2" nap
use on medium surfaces: sand finishes, lightly textured plaster or wood,
paneling, acoustical tile; flat paints(smooth surfaces like drywall or tile with flat
paints only)
3/4" to 1 ¹" nap
use on rough surfaces: brick, concrete, stucco, textured ceilings or walls,
Spanish plaster, corrugated metal, rough wood; flat paints |
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