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A paint roller cleaner assembly includes a clear cylindrical tube having a cap on one end for receiving a fluid supply line. Located at the other end of the tube is a connection means for detachably connecting a base having a plurality of legs for maintaining the paint roller cleaning assembly in an

A paint roller cleaner assembly includes a clear cylindrical tube having a cap on one end for receiving a fluid supply line. Located at the other end of the tube is a connection means for detachably connecting a base having a plurality of legs for maintaining the paint roller cleaning assembly in an upright position. A spacer offsets the end of the paint roller from the inlet and outlet ports to ensure proper cleaning of the roller. The legs can be moved to accommodate the user to maintain the paint roller cleaner in an upright position.

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[ What is claimed is:] [18.] A method of cleaning a paint roller comprising:providing a paint roller having an applicator located on a rolling device;providing a cylindrical structure that is operable to receive the applicator, the structure having an end with a fluid inlet opening, the structure ha

[ What is claimed is:] [18.] A method of cleaning a paint roller comprising:providing a paint roller having an applicator located on a rolling device;providing a cylindrical structure that is operable to receive the applicator, the structure having an end with a fluid inlet opening, the structure having walls made of clear material;providing a base to support the cylindrical structure, the base having a fluid outlet;connecting the structure to a pressurized fluid supply;inserting the applicator within the structure;spacing the applicator a predetermined distance from the fluid inlet opening;attaching the base to the structure;flushing the applicator with pressurized fluid;visually inspecting the structure during the flushing step to monitor the on-going cleaning of the applicator; andcontinuing the flushing step until the applicator is cleaned to a desired state.