On Thu, 12 Oct 2006 13:35:10 -0500, "Charlie M. 1958" wrote:

I bought a Wagner power roller many years ago. Pre-use setup and
post-use cleaning took way longer than any time it might have saved in
the rolling process. Plus, the infernal noise of the compressor running
almost constantly left me with ringing ears and a splitting headache.


My experience with them is just the opposite. A former neighbor had one of these things many years
ago. His retirement scheme in the late 80's during the turndown was to buy up cosmetically
challenged homes, fix them up, and then rent them to make the loan payment. I helped him paint 5 or
6 houses with this tool, and it performed flawlessly (except for one unforgettable burst hose caused
by a nicked hose).

The Power Roller is a great tool. It will really let you put on the paint - a gallon in 15 minutes
if you work hard at it. Virtually no dripping once you get the hang of it.

The efficiency trick is to paint all rooms and ceilings the same color - off white. It takes the
better part of an hour to do a good cleanup job. Not a tool I would reach for to paint one room,
but to paint an empty house all the same color? You bet. It would be my first choice.

Regards,
Roy