FAQ

Painting brushes must be properly cared for in order to last. After using the brush rinse it with warm water to get rid of the debris. Use soap and water solution and gently rinse the bristles of the brush, at last rinse the brush thoroughly again. To keep their shape, pat them dry with a dry cloth, reshape the bristles, and keep them upright or flat. Steamy water and chemicals should be avoided because they may harm the bristles. Regular cleaning keeps your brushes in top shape for future artistic endeavors.

Choosing proper brushes for different types of paint is critical to attaining the desired results. Use synthetic brushes with rigid bristles that can withstand the consistency of acrylic paint. Watercolor requires soft brushes made of natural hair or exceptional synthetics such as squirrel or sable for maximum water retention. The bristles with resilient natural hog hairs that endure the thicker oil paint are required for oil painting. Since gouache is water-based, it requires soft, absorbent brushes similar to those used for water colors. Matching the brush to the medium improves both the creative process and the end result.