Are paint pads better than using a normal paint roller for walls and ceilings?

Question

Hello
I am undergoing some redecoration of a bedroom at the moment. Recently we have replastered the walls and applied a first coat to the walls. Afterwards, we will be applying a second coat to the walls, then some minor repainting work on the ceiling afterwards. 
I have been told that using paint pads can provide a more even finish and are less messy to use, than normal paint rollers. 
Has anyone had any past experience of using both to compare? 
An even coat is my main priority with this, so if I can manage this with less mess using the paint pads, I’ll be keen to try them out.

Brian · Accepted Answer

Hi. I have used paint pads in the past,but not on ceilings and found them to be messy.
Best way to paint the ceiling is a good quality medium pile  roller on a long pole and a soft brush to do the edges.
Don't use cheap white paint,trade paint can be purchased quite cheap from Toolstation or Screwfix l would recommend Leyland contract Matt for ceilings
Regards
Brian from sortit4u

Terry · Answer

Paint pads are the worst invention ever stick with a good roller

Dwayne · Answer

Hi, I've used the pads before and I don't think it provides a more even finish but I've never used it on the ceiling before. I think a good roller on a stick to roll the ceiling is better also a soft brush for the edges or the cutting.

Luke · Answer

If you get yourself a decent roller it shouldn't be to messy, it also depends how watery the paint that you are using is as well.

Lewis · Answer

For me as a decorator paint pads are just a gimmick and the finish is not good

Amjad · Answer

Hi,
A roller is best for the bathroom ceiling but if the ceiling or walls have a rough surface then I would recommend a painting pad and put on the paint using a half moon motion.

Paul · Answer

No don’t use pads they are terrible. Use a brush and roller

Ryan · Answer

In my opinion using normal 12” rollers is best as it covers more of the area I never use paint pads if it’s interior use a medium roller as it will give you a much better finish

Cliff · Answer

I have to be honest and say paint pads are definitely not for me. Traditional roller finishing is by far the best way to apply an even coat throughout in my humble opinion. Of course, the quality, and type of roller is also important according to which type of paint you are using but that comes with experience. Paint pads are far more likely to administer uneven, messy finishes and I personally would never use them.

Are paint pads better than using a normal paint roller for walls and ceilings?

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