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Switched to a different seam roller for a job in a humid basement
Had to do a big install in a finished basement last week, and the humidity was awful. Used my old metal roller on the seams and they just wouldn't lay flat, even with extra adhesive. Grabbed a newer, heavier rubber roller from my truck on a hunch. The difference was instant; the seams sealed perfectly and looked invisible after just two passes. What's your go-to tool for tricky, damp installs like that?
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henrydixon2mo ago
What brand of rubber roller made that kind of difference?
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charlescraig1mo agoMost Upvoted
Just a basic gray husky one from Home Depot, changed my mind completely.
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kim.jake2mo ago
Man, I was a total metal roller guy for years. Thought the rubber ones were just a gimmick. This damp job proved me wrong, the extra weight and grip just smashes the seam into the adhesive. Mine's just a basic heavy duty one from the big box store, nothing fancy.
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