Abstract: A paint pan for use with a paint roller is in the form of an open topped pan with a bottom, upturned ends, and upturned sides. A movable grid is located between the sides and ends of the paint pan and is normally biased to a position located a predetermined distance above the bottom of the pan. The grid may be pressed down toward the bottom of the pan upon application of a predetermined pressure, whereupon release of the pressure allows the grid to return to the first position spaced from the bottom of the pan.