I finally switched from a 4-inch roller to a 3-inch for LVP glue down

For years I used the bigger roller on every job, thinking it was faster to spread the adhesive. After a messy install in a Phoenix condo last month where I kept hitting the walls, I tried the smaller one and the control is just way better. Anyone else make a simple tool switch that fixed a dumb problem?

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walker.jana6mo ago

Honestly, that sounds like a you problem, not a tool problem. If you're hitting walls with a 4-inch roller, you were probably just rushing or not paying attention. The bigger roller covers more ground, so it's still the right choice for most floors.

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uma_nelson6mo ago

Fixed a dumb problem" is a bit much lol. Its just a roller size, not brain surgery. You were hitting walls in a condo, that sounds like a tight space problem more than a tool problem. I bet the big roller is still fine for open areas.

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andrewt415mo ago

Smaller rollers actually leave less texture so theyre better for smooth finishes in tight spots.

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