Numpty DIY Question...

[charliegolf]

Painting walls and ceilings white with a roller- I'm ok, get a good finish. But the join at the ceiling where the roller can't get to- what IS the best way to finish that; and should it be before or after the roller? Been doing this for years, but never quite satisfied with the finish.

Thanks.

PS, same colour, obviously.

 

[Deleted member 267285]

Cut in with a small brush or 4” roller taking your time

 

[opps]

Are you painting the walls the same colour as the ceiling?

(If not)... As a decorator, I normally roll the first coat on the walls, then cut in using a 3 inch brush, and then repeat.

It all depends on the paint though. Some are less forgiving than others. When working with more awkward emulsions, I may cut in first and then roll. With really awkward paints, I will add loads of retarder and do both as I work along the wall.

 

[charliegolf]

Yes, Opps, same colour. Mine often seems darker than the rolling.

 

[opps]

Yes, Opps, same colour. Mine often seems darker than the rolling.

OK. The difference in colour is pretty common. In general a roller will lay off paint thicker than a paint brush.

As per @CBW 's post, you could use a small roller as close to the edge of the wall and ceiling.