How to Clean Paint Rollers With an EZ Roller Cleaner

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Use up as much of the excess paint out of the roller as you can.

   Clamp the handle.
   
   The roller head should spin freely. ,, The paint roller should spin in the jet spray of water. ,, The water should run clear. , Be sure the roller head is soft when dry.
   
   A stiff roller indicates that not all paint was removed and the roller should be discarded as it will not provide optimal coverage on your next project. ,
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   Step 2: With the roller still on the roller handle

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   Step 3: grip the handle and point the downward at arm's length away from you.

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   Step 4: Insert the roller into the cleaner.

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   Step 5: Using a garden hose with a pistol type nozzle

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   Step 6: begin to wet out the paint roller slowly to avoid splash back.

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   Step 7: Aim just off of the center.

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   Step 8: Direct the spray slowly up and down the roller starting at the top and working your slowly downward.

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   Step 9: Continue the process until it looks clean.

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    Step 10: Allow the roller to air dry before storing.

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    Step 11: Store roller head in plastic bag

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    Step 12: the type you typically get at most grocery and department stores.

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