A fresh sponge for your roller
Replace a worn sponge or one clogged with dried paint without buying another complete handle. This pack contains five white sponge rollers for the small Essdee sponge rollers. Use a clean sponge for a new colour to avoid residues from the previous colour.
Contents and matching model
Choose five 25 mm rollers or five 45 mm rollers. Handles, paint and ink are not included. The 25 mm version is for the Essdee SR/25 and the 45 mm version for the SR/45. Match the width of your existing roller; this pack is not a universal spare for other roller holders. If you do not already have a handle, you need a complete sponge roller.
Applying paint with control
Use the sponge roller with suitable paint or ink for a stencil or raised surface. Load a small amount of water-based material and roll off the excess on a separate flat surface first. Hold the stencil still and use light pressure. Test on the same surface first; a saturated sponge or heavy pressure can push paint under the edges. Choose 25 mm for narrow passes or 45 mm for wider areas.
Care and replacement
Rinse the sponge after use before water-based paint dries. Let it air-dry fully and store it without crushing it. Avoid solvents. After replacing a roller, check that it is held securely and turns freely before applying paint. Replace a damaged sponge or one with dried residues that no longer rinse out.
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