We know choosing the right paint brush or roller for your project can be a daunting task, especially if you’re not familiar with the different types of brushes and rollers available.
Whether you’re a seasoned DIYer or just starting out, selecting the right paint brush or roller is crucial to achieving a professional-looking finish. In this article, we’ll show you various types of paint brushes and rollers and their recommended uses, so you can select the right brush or roller for your next project with confidence.
The advantage of the best finish on any surface
Our range of rollers and refills are designed to make your painting project easy and efficient. With a centralised bridal for even pressure while painting, recessed end-caps allowing for better cutting-in and no staples for a smoother finish with no track marks.
Smooth Roller
Short dense knitted pile roller
For use on: Smooth interior surfaces
Ideal for:
- Enamel based paints and high gloss oil-based paints
- Primers and undercoats
- Interior drywalls, smooth plaster, doors, cabinets and smooth masonry
- Exterior doors and trim
Refill size: 225 mm x 38 mm
Medium Roller
For use on: Smooth interior surfaces
Ideal for:
- PVA water-based and high gloss oil-based paints
- Matt PVA and satin PVA paints
- Primers and undercoats
- Interior drywalls and textured plaster
Refill size: 225 mm x 38 mm
Rough Roller
For use on: Rough exterior surfaces
Ideal for:
- PVA water-based and oil-based paints
- Exterior rough wood
- Matt PVA and satin PVA paints
- Waterproofing
Refill size: 225 mm x 38 mm
Classique Roller
For use on: Exterior rough surfaces
Ideal for:
- PVA water-based and oil-based paints
- Exterior rough brick
Refill size: 225 mm x 38 mm
Microfibre Roller
For use on: Semi-smooth to semi-rough surfaces
Ideal for:
- PVA water-based and high gloss oil-based paints
- Matt PVA and satin PVA paints
- Interior textured masonry
Refill size: 225 mm x 38 mm
Foam Rollers Refill & Handle
Product Information:
- Super fine foam for a superior finish
- Gives a very fine surface finish
- Ideal for varnish, water and solvent based paint.
- Smooth Finish
- Minimal drip
- Excellent coverage
- Ideal for finishing touches
- CFC free foam – ozone friendly
Foam Roller & Tray Set (50mm)
- Tray and roller is re-usable- clean straight after use
- Ideal for small amounts of paint
- Suitable for crafts
- Dispenses paint evenly
- Tray allows for proper application of paint onto roller
- Protruding ribs remove excess paint
6 Piece Tray Set
- Tray and roller is re-usable – clean straight after use
- Ideal for surfaces of all sizes: Walls, furniture, doors, door frames and window frames
- Use on smooth surfaces
- Less splatter
- Protruding ribs remove excess paint
The Do.It.Yourself Choice
Choose the right brush for the job. The Do It Yourself All Purpose Choice is ideal for water based paints on all surfaces. This good quality synthetic blend brush is a great value choice and recommended for maintenance jobs. The Beaver style plastic handle with stainless steel ferrule allows for a comfortable grip.
Builders All Purpose Paintbrush
- Synthetic Blend Bristle
- Easy to grip Beaver Tail Handle
- Interior and Exterior Use
- Suitable for all Surfaces Edging, Door Frames, Walls and Ceilings
- For use with PVA Water Based Paints
- Available in: 19, 25, 38, 50, 75 and 100mm,
- 3 Pack, 5 Pack
Sizes Suitable for:
- 12mm – 25mm: Window & other small trim
- 38mm – 75mm: Doors and Cabinets
- 100mm – 150mm: Large Flat Areas
Giving You a Quality Start for a Quality Finish.
The White bristle series provides an ultra smooth finish for use with oil based paints, stains and clears. White bristle brushes are effective for all woodwork furniture, marine or any other application that calls for a smooth finish.
12mm – 25mm: Window and small trims
38mm – 75mm: Doors and Cabinets
100mm – 150mm: Large Flat Areas
All Purpose Plus Paintbrush
- Natural and Synthetic Blend Bristle
- Creative Painting Techniques
- Suitable Waterbased Paints, Varnish and Resins
- Suitable for Wooden Furniture, Facias, Wooden Doors, and Wooden Frames
- Available in: 12, 19, 25, 38, 50, 75, 100, 125 and 150 mm
Rapi Clean Paintbrush
- Synthetic Tapered Bristle for Smooth Finish
- No Bristle Loss
- Easy to Clean
- Bristles Don’t Curl
- Designed for efficiency
- Exceptional paint pick up
- Neater Painting and Less Mess
- Smooth Surfaces
- Suitable for Edging, Door Frames, Doors and Burglar Proofing
- Available in: 25, 38, 50 and 75 mm
- Available sets: 3 Pack, 6 Pack, 9 Pack
Giving You a Quality Start for a Quality Finish.
Natural Bristle blends are ideal for water based and enamel based paints the natural “flagging” (splitting or fuzzy tips) creates split ends that will absorb more paint assuring a smooth paint release and finish.
12mm – 25mm: Window and small trims
38mm – 75mm: Doors and Cabinets
100mm – 150mm: Large Flat Areas
Everyman Plus Paintbrush
- Natural and Synthetic Blend
- Kaiser Shaped Handle for Secure Grip
- Stainless Steel Ferrule which prevents Rust
- Suitable for Edging, Door Frames, Walls and Ceilings
- Suitable for Medium to Rough Surfaces
- Suitable for Water Based/ Enamel Paints
- Available in: 12, 19, 25, 38, 50, 75 and 100 mm
- Available sets: 3-pack, 5-pack
Everyman Plus Paint Roller
- Medium to Rough Surfaces
- 40mm Thermofused Core to allow for Maximum Paint Coverage
- PVA Paints Indoor and Outdoor
- Available in: 225mm Roller, Refill and Trayset
Setter Plus Paintbrush
- Natural and Synthetic Blend for Smooth Finish
- Kaiser Shaped Handle for Secure Grip
- Stainless Steel Ferrule which prevents Rust
- Suitable for Edging, Door Frames, Walls and Ceilings
- Smooth Surfaces
- Suitable for Water Based or Enamel Paints
- Available in: 12, 19, 25, 38, 50, 75 and 100 mm
- Available sets: 3-pack, 5-pack
Setter Plus Paint Roller
- Smooth Surfaces
- 40mm Thermofused Core to allow for Maximum Paint Coverage
- PVA Paints Indoor and Outdoor
- Available in: 225mm Roller, Refill and Trayset
Giving You a Quality Start for a Quality Finish.
If using water based/ enamel based paint you will need a quality synthetic bristle. Synthetic brushes are easy to clean and high quality due to the durability of nylon and the tapered filament from polyester. This combination produces a high quality finish.
12mm – 25mm: Window and small trims
38mm – 75mm: Doors and Cabinets
100mm – 150mm: Large Flat Areas
Decorator Plus Paintbrush
- Synthetic Blend Bristle for Smooth Finish
- No Bristle Loss
- Kaiser Shaped Handle for Secure Grip
- Stainless Steel Ferrule which prevents Rust
- Suitable for Smooth Surfaces
- Suitable for Kitchens, Bathrooms, Edging, Door Frames, Walls and Ceilings
- Ideal for Enamel Paints
- Available in: 12, 19, 25, 38, 50, 75 and 100 mm
- Available sets: 3-pack, 5-pack
Decorator Plus Paint Roller
- Suitable for Smooth Surfaces
- 40mm Thermofused Core to allow for Maximum Paint Coverage
- Suitable for Enamel Paints Indoor and Outdoor
- Available in: 100, 160 and 225 mm Roller, Refill and Tray set
Layman Plus Paintbrush
Product Information:
- Synthetic Blend Bristle
- Beaver Shaped Handle for Comfortable Grip
- Stainless Steel Ferrule which prevents rust
- Suitable for All Surfaces
- Suitable for Edging, Door Frames, Walls and Ceilings
- Suitable for Water Based Paints, Enamel, Primers and Undercoats
- Available in: 12, 19, 25, 38, 50, 75 and 100 mm
- Available sets: 3-pack, 5-pack
Layman Plus Paint Roller
Product Information:
- All Surfaces
- 40mm Thermofused Core to allow for maximum paint coverage
- Ideal for Primers and Undercoats
- Available in: 225mm Roller, Refill and Tray set
Brush Range
The Green One
- Ideal for smooth and rough surfaces
- Suitable for water and oil based paints
- Recycled handle – biodegradable
- Available in: 25, 38, 50 and 75 mm
The Wood One
- Ideal for interior and exterior use
- Ideal for all wood surfaces
- Suitable for all paints and fibre glass applications
- Available in: 19, 25, 50, 75 and 100 mm
The All Rounder
- Ideal for smooth and rough surfaces
- Suitable for water based paints
- Ideal for walls and ceilings
- Tapered head for controlled, neat lines
- Available in: 25, 38, 50 and 75 mm
The Rough One
- Ideal for rough surfaces
- Suitable for water and oil based paints
- Durable brush
- Available in: 25, 38, 50 and 75 mm
The Smooth One
- Ideal for smooth surfaces
- Suitable for water based paints
- Ideal for walls and ceilings
- Tapered head for controlled, neat lines
- Available in: 25, 38, 50 and 75 mm
Waterproofing Brush
- 100% Bristle mix
- Ideal for bitumen-based and other high viscosity waterproofing coatings
- May also be used for all paint types
- Block style for good paint holding capacity and high coverage
- Available in 120 mm
Oval Brush
- High loading capacity allowing even coverage
- 100% Synthetic filament blend
- Oval shape making it ideal for roofs
- May be used on other large interior and exterior surfaces
- Suitable for all paint types
- Available in 140 mm
Block Brush
- High performance block brush
- Excellent paint pick up and even coverage
- 100% Natural bristle mix
- Ideal for larger areas
- May be used on interior and exterior surfaces
- Suitable for all paint types
- Available in 140 mm
Roller Range
1. The Smooth One
- Ideal for semi-smooth surfaces
- Suitable for water and oil based paints
- Ideal for interior and exterior use
- Medium length pile
2. The Rough One
Product Information:
- Ideal for rough surfaces
- Suitable for water and oil based paints
- Great cove rage
1. The All Rounder
- Ideal for smooth and rough surfaces
- Suitable for water based paints
- Long, micro fiber piles
2. The Green One
Product Information:
- Ideal for semi-smooth and rough surfaces
- Suitable for water and oil based paints
- Recycled handle – biodegradable
An Impeccable Finish Every Time.
Innovation, reliability and an impeccable finish every time. Harris have been at the cutting edge of product design for paint brushes, rollers and tools. We pride ourselves in providing customers with a more personalised service.
Blade Paint Brush
- The easier, cleaner and more precise way to paint
- Tapered head for controlled, neat lines
- Stress-free finish
- Synthetic blend for optimum performance
- Easy to clean
- Ideal for smooth surfaces
Suitable for: All paints and varnishes
Available in: 25, 38 and 50 mm
Available sets: 3-piece set
Junior Paint Brush
- Excellent value for money with easy to clean bristles
- Synthetic filaments
- Ideal for contractor or DIY
- Ideal for smooth surfaces
Suitable for: All paints and varnishes
Available in: 13, 25, 38, 50, 75 and 100 mm
Senior Paint Brush
- Top quality for professional painters and discerning DIY users
- High quality natural bristle and synthetic filaments
- Professional quality
- Ideal for rough surfaces
Suitable for: All paints and varnishes
Available in: 13, 25, 38, 50, 75 and 100 mm
No Loss 3G Paint Brush
- Synthetic bristle for optimum performance
- Polypropylene handle and stainless steel ferrule
- Guaranteed against bristle loss for life
- Value for money sets available aimed to make any job easier
- Ideal for all surfaces
Suitable for: All paints and varnishes
Available in: 12, 25, 38, 50, 75 and 100 mm
Available sets: 3-piece and 5-piece brush set
Easyclean Paint Brush
- LiquiFlo technology allows water to flow more freely into the base of the brush.
- Polypropylene handle and stainless steel ferrule
- Made from 100% solid round tapered filaments
- Ideal for semi-smooth to rough surfaces
Suitable for: All paints and varnishes
Available in: 12, 25, 38, 50, 75 and 100 mm
Available sets: 3-piece and 5-piece brush set
Woodworks Paint Brush
- Quality with excellent value for money
- A blend of synthetic filaments and natural bristle
- Laqured handle
- Ideal for all wood surfaces
Suitable for: All paints and fibre glass applications
Available in: 25, 50, 75 and 100 mm
Taskmaster Paint Brush
- Ergonomic propylene handle
- Value range containing a blend of synthetic and natural bristle
- Nickle plated ferrule
- Ideal for semi-smooth to rough surfaces
Suitable for: All paints and varnishes
Available in: 13, 19, 25, 38, 50, 64, 75 and 100 mm
Available sets: 3-piece and 5-piece brush set
Roller Range
1. Synthetic Enamel Roller
- Short pile
- Knitted polyester fabric
- Thermobonded core for durability
- Ideal for smooth surfaces
- Suitable for: Gloss, oil and enamel based paints
- Available in: 230 mm Roller, Refill and Tray Set
2. Synthetic PVA Roller
Product Information:
- Long pile
- Ultimate value for money
- Knitted polyester fabric
- Thermobonded core for durability
- Ideal for smooth and rough surfaces
- Suitable for: PVA and water based paints
- Available in: 230 mm Roller, Refill and Tray Set
3. Taskmaster Roller
Product Information:
- The contractor’s choice
- Hardwearing, woven polyfibre for minimal lint loss
- Thermobonded core for durability
- Ideal for medium surfaces
- Suitable for: PVA and water based paints
- Available in: 230 mm Roller, Refill and Tray Set
Products for a Quality Finish
The Smith & Co Paint Application Range has been designed around a variety of brushes and rollers that will meet every application and preference. This range will service the Professional as well as the DIY enthusiast. The Restorer will restore any wooden DIY or professional projects. Rollers are available in woven pile, synthetic pile and genuine sheep skin and will provide a quality finish to all applications.
Restorer Paintbrush
- A blend of pure bristle and synthetic blonde filament
- Suitable for: Applying resins, varnish and glues.
Select Paintbrush
- A blend of pure bristle and synthetic filament
- For indoor and outdoor use
- Suitable for: Water based and enamel paints
Performa Paintbrush
- A blend of pure bristle and synthetic filament
- For all coatings and surfaces
- Suitable for: Water based and enamel paints
Classique Paint Roller
Product Information:
- Semi smooth to rough surfaces
- PVA paints
- 40mm Thermofused Core
- Superior spreadability
- Excellent paint retention
Performa Roller
Product Information:
- Smooth to rough surfaces
- PVA, Water Based Paints and Enamels
- 40mm Thermofused Core
- Superior spreadability
- Excellent paint retention
Restorer Roller
Product Information:
- Smooth surfaces
- Enamel Paints
- 40mm Thermofused Core
- Superior spreadability
- Excellent paint retention
Sheepskin Roller
Product Information:
- All Surfaces
- PVA Paints
- Superior Quality
- Superior spreadability
- Excellent paint retention
Products for a Quality Finish
Choose the Right Roller
Foam rollers are generally ideal for thinner paints on smooth surfaces. Ideal for glossy enamels, urethanes, varnishes, primers and stains. Foam rollers apply a lint free spray-like finish which saves time paint and money. Ideal for doors, floors, cabinets and furniture. Superior quality high density foam produces a high quality superior finish.
Foam Rollers
- High Density Foam
- Superior Spreadability
- Ideal for Door & Window Frames, Burglar Bars or any small surface
- Smooth Finish
- PVA/Water Based Paints, Solvent Enamels and Varnish
- Available in: 50, 70, 110, 160, 50 and 100 mm Sets
- Long and Short Pile Mini Rollers
Decorating Products for the DIY And Professional Market
RB10 Paints strategic intent is to concentrate on the manufacturing and supply of quality, value for money decorative coatings and paint accessories.
All Purpose Roller
- Great coverage
- Long pile
- Interior & exterior use
- Ideal for medium to rough surfaces
- Suitable for all water based paints
- Available in: 225 mm Roller, 225 mm Refill
Waterproofing Brush
- 100% Bristle mix
- Ideal for bitumen-based and other high viscosity waterproofing coatings
- May also be used for all paint types
- Block style for good paint holding capacity and high coverage
- Available in 120 mm
Oval Brush
- High loading capacity allowing even coverage
- 100% Synthetic filament blend
- Oval shape making it ideal for roofs
- May be used on other large interior and exterior surfaces
- Suitable for all paint types
- Available in 140 mm
Block Brush
- High performance block brush
- Excellent paint pick up and even coverage
- 100% Natural bristle mix
- Ideal for larger areas
- May be used on interior and exterior surfaces
- Suitable for all paint types
- Available in 140 mm
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