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Best Painting Tool for High Ceilings
Wooster Brush Convertible Extension Pole
If your painting project includes hard-to-reach high ceilings and walls, the Wooster brush extension pole is a useful tool to have. It holds most threaded tools in place, so you won’t have to worry about a roller twisting and loosening while you’re painting those high spots. The pole weighs just 1 pound and adjusts easily in 6-inch increments with a touch of the thumb. Then, it locks firmly in place so you can get right back to painting.
Pros
- Extends from 4 to 8 feet
- Only weighs 1 pound
- One-handed operation
Cons
- Not a quick-release head
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Best Painting Tool for Prep Work
3M High-Strength Small Hole Repair Tool
Chances are you have some prep work to do before you start painting, like patching drywall, and a high-strength small hole repair tool will save time. This all-in-one hole filler smooths, fills and sands nail holes, screw holes and nicks up to 3 inches in diameter. The primer-enhanced spackling compound won’t crack, sag or shrink, and makes repairs quick and easy so you can start painting like a pro.
Pros
- Smooths, fills and sands all in one
- Easy to use
- Won’t break the bank
Cons
- Not meant for large hole repairs
