Name: Spalter Brush (Bristle, Nylon) | GLZ-07
Brand: Faux Brushes
SKU: GLZ-07_Size40
Price: 9.5 USD
Availability: InStock

Spalter Brush (Bristle, Nylon) | GLZ-07

GLZ-07_Size40

$9.50

The spalter is one of the most used tools in our decorative brush kit. Unlike the average cheap brush, our spalter has a thick row (1/3 inch) of short hair that is densely packed with a bristle/nylon blend for ultimate performance and control for today's water mediums. The smaller sizes have a variety of uses, from basecoats to final glazing, 'stretching' to softening. Available in 8 sizes. Amazing for entire wall strie or criss-cross.

Nylon synthetic fiber with 50% natural bristle
stretch glaze for ultimate consistency
Softens unwanted brush/roller marks
Excellent for applying thin varnish and waxes
Fine/subtle strie
See GLZ-5 for more information
Water - Wash with soap, Oil: Thinned & wash w/ soap

SIZE TRANSLATIONS

SIZE	BRUSH LENGTH	FERRULE WIDTH	FERRULE LENGTH	HAIR LENGTH
40		.4" / 9mm	1.6" / 40mm	1.4" / 36mm
60		.4" / 9mm	2.4" / 60mm	1.4" / 36mm
80		.4" / 9mm	3.1" / 80mm	1.4" / 36mm
100		.4" / 9mm	4" / 100mm	1.6" / 41mm
150		.4" / 9mm	6" / 150mm	1.8" / 46mm
200		.4" / 9mm	8" / 200mm	1.9" / 47mm
250		.4" / 9mm	9.9" / 250mm	1.8" / 46mm
300		.4" / 9mm	11.8" / 300mm	1.7" / 44mm

BRUSH SPECIFICATIONS

HAIR TYPE	Natural Bristle / Nylon blend
BRUSH HOLD	Drummer's Hold, "Quack Motion"
USAGE	Soften roller marks on base coat & varnish applications; Moire
MEDIUM	Water or Oil
FERRULE	Copper
HANDLE	Wooden flat short

How-To Brush Care Guide

Prepare your brushes for their first use - read below.

Most of our large and fine hair brushes are hand-set and made with different hairs that are tapped in a small copper cylinder before being glued into the ferrule. This is why some of the hairs are not properly affixed to the ferrule, so the brush will shed some hair the first few times you will use it.

Thick hair: examples are; badger, hog (china bristle), horse hair

Fine hair: examples are sable; squirrel, goat, skunk (fine, thin short hair)

Synthetic Fiber: examples are; taklon, samina, bordeaux, synthetic bristle

To minimize brush shedding, you should:

Wash the brush thoroughly with a mild dish soap in warm water and massage the hair to comb out the loose bristles. Rinse until there is no soap residue left in the brush.
Ring the brush out by rolling it between your hands as if you were trying to make a fire with a stick to fluff out the brush.
Let dry by hanging the brushes or lay it down at the edge of a table (a hog bristle will have a strong odor due to the bone glue used to attach the bristles. This will go away after a few washings.)

Repeat this process a few more times.

All acrylic glazes contain some sort of ammonia which attacks the structure of the natural hair. Therefore, brush maintenance and thorough repetitive cleaning as described in step 1, 2, & 3 is imperative to protect and extend the life of your brush.

Applying a few drops of ‘leave in’ conditioner is also a good idea if you’re not going to be using your brush for some time.

Dried Paint: If some acrylic glaze becomes hardened on the brush, start by removing the heaviest part with denatured alcohol then rinse with water and coat the hairs with Murphy’s Oil Soap and leave for several hours. Apply the steps again from 1, 2, & 3 so the paint will brush out easily and leave your brush as good as new. Be careful as soap left too long in the natural hair will deteriorate the flexibility of the hair.

Proper cleaning procedure

for oil/water and large or small brushes:

	Oil Medium	Water Medium
Large Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Wash brush with warm water and a lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry upside down.	Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Clean with a tiny bit of lathering soap and rinse until completely clean. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry.
Small Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Apply a generous portion of Lard to the tip of the brush and store. To reuse brush, completely thin with spirits.	Clean each small brush very carefully and gently with a tiny bit of lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry . To reshape a brush, dip it in Gum Arabic.

Original Stubby Spalter Brush (Nylon, Bristle) | GLZ-07D

Original Stubby Spalter Brush (Nylon, Bristle) | GLZ-07D

GLZ-7D_Size-040

$9.50

The spalter is one of the most used tools in our decorative brush kit. Unlike the average chip brush, our spalter has a thick row (1/3 inch) of short hair that is densely packed with a bristle/nylon blend for ultimate performance and control for today's water mediums. The smaller sizes have a variety of uses, from basecoats to final glazing, 'stretching' to softening. Available in 6 sizes.

Nylon synthetic fiber with 50% natural bristle
stretch glaze for ultimate consistency
Softens unwanted brush/roller marks
Excellent for applying thin varnish and waxes
Fine/subtle strie
Application/Usage: stretch; soften roller marks on basecoat & varnish applications; moire
Preferred Medium: Oil/Water
Brush Ferrule/Handle: copper, wooden flat short
Brush Hair Type: Natural Bristle/Nylon blend
Brush Hold: Drummer's Hold, "Quack Motion"
Brush Care: Water: Wash with soap, Oil: Thinned & wash w/ soap
Hair Length: 1.5-1.7" (38-45mm), 2" (51mm)
Dia./width: 1.6" (40mm), 2.2" (60mm), 3.1" (80mm), 4", 6" (150mm), 8" (200mm)

How-To Brush Care Guide

Prepare your brushes for their first use - read below.

Most of our large and fine hair brushes are hand-set and made with different hairs that are tapped in a small copper cylinder before being glued into the ferrule. This is why some of the hairs are not properly affixed to the ferrule, so the brush will shed some hair the first few times you will use it.

Thick hair: examples are; badger, hog (china bristle), horse hair

Fine hair: examples are sable; squirrel, goat, skunk (fine, thin short hair)

Synthetic Fiber: examples are; taklon, samina, bordeaux, synthetic bristle

To minimize brush shedding, you should:

Wash the brush thoroughly with a mild dish soap in warm water and massage the hair to comb out the loose bristles. Rinse until there is no soap residue left in the brush.
Ring the brush out by rolling it between your hands as if you were trying to make a fire with a stick to fluff out the brush.
Let dry by hanging the brushes or lay it down at the edge of a table (a hog bristle will have a strong odor due to the bone glue used to attach the bristles. This will go away after a few washings.)

Repeat this process a few more times.

All acrylic glazes contain some sort of ammonia which attacks the structure of the natural hair. Therefore, brush maintenance and thorough repetitive cleaning as described in step 1, 2, & 3 is imperative to protect and extend the life of your brush.

Applying a few drops of ‘leave in’ conditioner is also a good idea if you’re not going to be using your brush for some time.

Dried Paint: If some acrylic glaze becomes hardened on the brush, start by removing the heaviest part with denatured alcohol then rinse with water and coat the hairs with Murphy’s Oil Soap and leave for several hours. Apply the steps again from 1, 2, & 3 so the paint will brush out easily and leave your brush as good as new. Be careful as soap left too long in the natural hair will deteriorate the flexibility of the hair.

Proper cleaning procedure

for oil/water and large or small brushes:

	Oil Medium	Water Medium
Large Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Wash brush with warm water and a lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry upside down.	Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Clean with a tiny bit of lathering soap and rinse until completely clean. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry.
Small Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Apply a generous portion of Lard to the tip of the brush and store. To reuse brush, completely thin with spirits.	Clean each small brush very carefully and gently with a tiny bit of lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry . To reshape a brush, dip it in Gum Arabic.

Spalter Brush (Bluetop) | GLZ-24

GLZ-24_Size-040

$9.75

From baseboards to walls! Use this silky, BLUE hair spalter to help apply water varnishes and thin latex basecoats. Use with the BLUE Oval Brush

2/3 inch thick, Blue, POLYTOP nylon synthetic

For best results, keep the brush saturated with varnish

Traditional Spalter shape to "tip" the varnish

For water applications only

Brush Care: Wash with soap

SIZE TRANSLATIONS

SIZE	BRUSH LENGTH	FERRULE WIDTH	FERRULE LENGTH	HAIR LENGTH
40		.4" / 9mm	1.6" / 40mm	1.4" / 36mm
50		.4" / 9mm	2" / 50mm	1.4" / 36mm
80		.4" / 9mm	3.1" / 80mm	1.4" / 36mm
100		.4" / 9mm	4" / 100mm	1.6" / 41mm
150		.4" / 9mm	6" / 150mm	1.8" / 46mm
200		.4" / 9mm	8" / 200mm	1.9" / 47mm
250		.4" / 9mm	9.9" / 250mm	1.8" / 46mm

BRUSH SPECIFICATIONS

HAIR TYPE	Polytop Synthetic
BRUSH HOLD	Drummer's Hold, "Quack Motion"
USAGE	Strie; Varnishing
MEDIUM	Water
FERRULE	Tin
HANDLE	Wooden flat short

How-To Brush Care Guide

Prepare your brushes for their first use - read below.

Most of our large and fine hair brushes are hand-set and made with different hairs that are tapped in a small copper cylinder before being glued into the ferrule. This is why some of the hairs are not properly affixed to the ferrule, so the brush will shed some hair the first few times you will use it.

Thick hair: examples are; badger, hog (china bristle), horse hair

Fine hair: examples are sable; squirrel, goat, skunk (fine, thin short hair)

Synthetic Fiber: examples are; taklon, samina, bordeaux, synthetic bristle

To minimize brush shedding, you should:

Wash the brush thoroughly with a mild dish soap in warm water and massage the hair to comb out the loose bristles. Rinse until there is no soap residue left in the brush.
Ring the brush out by rolling it between your hands as if you were trying to make a fire with a stick to fluff out the brush.
Let dry by hanging the brushes or lay it down at the edge of a table (a hog bristle will have a strong odor due to the bone glue used to attach the bristles. This will go away after a few washings.)

Repeat this process a few more times.

All acrylic glazes contain some sort of ammonia which attacks the structure of the natural hair. Therefore, brush maintenance and thorough repetitive cleaning as described in step 1, 2, & 3 is imperative to protect and extend the life of your brush.

Applying a few drops of ‘leave in’ conditioner is also a good idea if you’re not going to be using your brush for some time.

Dried Paint: If some acrylic glaze becomes hardened on the brush, start by removing the heaviest part with denatured alcohol then rinse with water and coat the hairs with Murphy’s Oil Soap and leave for several hours. Apply the steps again from 1, 2, & 3 so the paint will brush out easily and leave your brush as good as new. Be careful as soap left too long in the natural hair will deteriorate the flexibility of the hair.

Proper cleaning procedure

for oil/water and large or small brushes:

	Oil Medium	Water Medium
Large Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Wash brush with warm water and a lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry upside down.	Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Clean with a tiny bit of lathering soap and rinse until completely clean. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry.
Small Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Apply a generous portion of Lard to the tip of the brush and store. To reuse brush, completely thin with spirits.	Clean each small brush very carefully and gently with a tiny bit of lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry . To reshape a brush, dip it in Gum Arabic.

PRO Pointed Glazing Brush (Bluetop) | GLZ-45

PRO Pointed Glazing Brush (Bluetop) | GLZ-45

GLZ-45_Size-00000

$11.50

NEW! Our pointed water glazer has excellent line-cutting capabilities. Also known as a sash brush, this is a modern replica of the classic bristle/nylon version (GLZ-2). Available in 7 sizes.

SOFT, Blue Polytop synthetic fiber
Pointed shape allows for precise application
Rounded for ultimate medium dispersion (learn more)
Brush 'springs' into action (learn more)
Perfect for glazing stiles/rails, baseboard, and dentil molding
Larger sizes best for glazing panels for faux marble/wood
Small sizes for murals, and glazing tiny areas like mullions, dentils & window casing
Also used to sketch wood heartgrain, & primary veins
Wash with Soap

SIZE TRANSLATIONS

SIZE	BRUSH LENGTH	FERRULE WIDTH	HAIR LENGTH
00000		.45" / 11mm	1.9" / 48mm
000		.6" / 15mm	2.1" / 53mm
0		.7" / 18mm	2.3" / 58mm
2		.83" / 21mm	2.6" / 66mm
4		.98" / 25mm	2.9" / 73mm
6		1.2" / 29mm	3" / 77mm
8		1.4" / 34mm	3.2" / 81mm

BRUSH SPECIFICATIONS

HAIR TYPE	Natural Bristle / Nylon blend
BRUSH HOLD	Pencil Hold, Drummer's Hold
USAGE	Applying glaze and base coat
MEDIUM	Water
FERRULE	Tin
HANDLE	Wooden round long

How-To Brush Care Guide

Prepare your brushes for their first use - read below.

Most of our large and fine hair brushes are hand-set and made with different hairs that are tapped in a small copper cylinder before being glued into the ferrule. This is why some of the hairs are not properly affixed to the ferrule, so the brush will shed some hair the first few times you will use it.

Thick hair: examples are; badger, hog (china bristle), horse hair

Fine hair: examples are sable; squirrel, goat, skunk (fine, thin short hair)

Synthetic Fiber: examples are; taklon, samina, bordeaux, synthetic bristle

To minimize brush shedding, you should:

Wash the brush thoroughly with a mild dish soap in warm water and massage the hair to comb out the loose bristles. Rinse until there is no soap residue left in the brush.
Ring the brush out by rolling it between your hands as if you were trying to make a fire with a stick to fluff out the brush.
Let dry by hanging the brushes or lay it down at the edge of a table (a hog bristle will have a strong odor due to the bone glue used to attach the bristles. This will go away after a few washings.)

Repeat this process a few more times.

All acrylic glazes contain some sort of ammonia which attacks the structure of the natural hair. Therefore, brush maintenance and thorough repetitive cleaning as described in step 1, 2, & 3 is imperative to protect and extend the life of your brush.

Applying a few drops of ‘leave in’ conditioner is also a good idea if you’re not going to be using your brush for some time.

Dried Paint: If some acrylic glaze becomes hardened on the brush, start by removing the heaviest part with denatured alcohol then rinse with water and coat the hairs with Murphy’s Oil Soap and leave for several hours. Apply the steps again from 1, 2, & 3 so the paint will brush out easily and leave your brush as good as new. Be careful as soap left too long in the natural hair will deteriorate the flexibility of the hair.

Proper cleaning procedure

for oil/water and large or small brushes:

	Oil Medium	Water Medium
Large Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Wash brush with warm water and a lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry upside down.	Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Clean with a tiny bit of lathering soap and rinse until completely clean. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry.
Small Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Apply a generous portion of Lard to the tip of the brush and store. To reuse brush, completely thin with spirits.	Clean each small brush very carefully and gently with a tiny bit of lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry . To reshape a brush, dip it in Gum Arabic.

Original Domed Glazing Brush (Bristle) | GLZ-03

Original Domed Glazing Brush (Bristle) | GLZ-03

GLZ-03_Size-04

$24.00

This original design is ingenious in it's rounded shape and thick hair. The hand tied red, cotton string is handsomely traditional in this model. Our natural bristle glazing brushes should be a standard item in your decorative painting kit.

High quality bristle keeps it's shape
Slightly domed shape for fast coverage
Rounded for ultimate medium dispersion (learn more)
Can be used in oil/water when dedicated (learn more)
Perfect for 'breaking up the glaze'
Works well painting basecoats
Glaze panels with speed
With size 8, glaze entire wall - applies better than a roller!
Description: Bristle hair for OIL/WATER mediums
Application/Usage: applying glaze and basecoat; adding texture; rough stipple
Preferred Medium: Oil/Water
Brush Ferrule/Handle: Copper, wooden round long
Brush Hair Type: Natural Bristle
Brush Hold: Pencil Hold, Drummer's Hold
Brush Care: Water: Wash with soap, Oil: Thinned & wash w/ soap
Hair Length: 3-3.5" (76-90mm)
Dia./width: 1-1.25" (25-32mm)

How-To Brush Care Guide

Prepare your brushes for their first use - read below.

Most of our large and fine hair brushes are hand-set and made with different hairs that are tapped in a small copper cylinder before being glued into the ferrule. This is why some of the hairs are not properly affixed to the ferrule, so the brush will shed some hair the first few times you will use it.

Thick hair: examples are; badger, hog (china bristle), horse hair

Fine hair: examples are sable; squirrel, goat, skunk (fine, thin short hair)

Synthetic Fiber: examples are; taklon, samina, bordeaux, synthetic bristle

To minimize brush shedding, you should:

Wash the brush thoroughly with a mild dish soap in warm water and massage the hair to comb out the loose bristles. Rinse until there is no soap residue left in the brush.
Ring the brush out by rolling it between your hands as if you were trying to make a fire with a stick to fluff out the brush.
Let dry by hanging the brushes or lay it down at the edge of a table (a hog bristle will have a strong odor due to the bone glue used to attach the bristles. This will go away after a few washings.)

Repeat this process a few more times.

All acrylic glazes contain some sort of ammonia which attacks the structure of the natural hair. Therefore, brush maintenance and thorough repetitive cleaning as described in step 1, 2, & 3 is imperative to protect and extend the life of your brush.

Applying a few drops of ‘leave in’ conditioner is also a good idea if you’re not going to be using your brush for some time.

Dried Paint: If some acrylic glaze becomes hardened on the brush, start by removing the heaviest part with denatured alcohol then rinse with water and coat the hairs with Murphy’s Oil Soap and leave for several hours. Apply the steps again from 1, 2, & 3 so the paint will brush out easily and leave your brush as good as new. Be careful as soap left too long in the natural hair will deteriorate the flexibility of the hair.

Proper cleaning procedure

for oil/water and large or small brushes:

	Oil Medium	Water Medium
Large Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Wash brush with warm water and a lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry upside down.	Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Clean with a tiny bit of lathering soap and rinse until completely clean. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry.
Small Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Apply a generous portion of Lard to the tip of the brush and store. To reuse brush, completely thin with spirits.	Clean each small brush very carefully and gently with a tiny bit of lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry . To reshape a brush, dip it in Gum Arabic.

PRO Pointed Glazing Brush (Bristle, Nylon) | GLZ-41

PRO Pointed Glazing Brush (Bristle, Nylon) | GLZ-41

GLZ-41_Size-000

$12.50

Our pointed water glazer will surely assist in your glazing with its excellent line cutting capabilities. The PRO SERIES is our extra fine / highest level of quality series. Also known as a sash brush, this is a modern replica of the classic bristle version (GLZ -4).

Hand-shaped with select bristle fibers
Premium stainless steel ferrule with hand-tied string
Sealed handle for longevity
Nylon synthetic fiber with 60% natural bristle
Pointed shape allows for precise application
Rounded for ultimate medium dispersion (learn more)
Brush 'springs' into action (learn more)
Perfect for glazing stiles/rails, baseboard, and dentil molding
Larger sizes best for glazing panels for faux marble/wood
Small sizes for murals, and glazing tiny areas like mullions, dentils & window casing
Also used to sketch wood heartgrain, & primary veins
Wash with soap

SIZE TRANSLATIONS

SIZE	BRUSH LENGTH	FERRULE WIDTH	HAIR LENGTH
000		.4" / 11mm	2.2" / 56mm
0		.8 / 20mm	2.4" / 62mm
2		.9" / 22mm	2.8" / 70mm
4		1" / 26mm	3" / 75mm
6		1.2" / 31mm	3.3" / 84mm
8		1.3" / 34mm	3.5" / 89mm

BRUSH SPECIFICATIONS

HAIR TYPE	Natural Bristle / Nylon blend
BRUSH HOLD	Pencil Hold, Drummer's Hold
USAGE	Applying glaze and base coat
MEDIUM	Water or Oil
FERRULE	Tin
HANDLE	Wooden round long

How-To Brush Care Guide

Prepare your brushes for their first use - read below.

Most of our large and fine hair brushes are hand-set and made with different hairs that are tapped in a small copper cylinder before being glued into the ferrule. This is why some of the hairs are not properly affixed to the ferrule, so the brush will shed some hair the first few times you will use it.

Thick hair: examples are; badger, hog (china bristle), horse hair

Fine hair: examples are sable; squirrel, goat, skunk (fine, thin short hair)

Synthetic Fiber: examples are; taklon, samina, bordeaux, synthetic bristle

To minimize brush shedding, you should:

Wash the brush thoroughly with a mild dish soap in warm water and massage the hair to comb out the loose bristles. Rinse until there is no soap residue left in the brush.
Ring the brush out by rolling it between your hands as if you were trying to make a fire with a stick to fluff out the brush.
Let dry by hanging the brushes or lay it down at the edge of a table (a hog bristle will have a strong odor due to the bone glue used to attach the bristles. This will go away after a few washings.)

Repeat this process a few more times.

All acrylic glazes contain some sort of ammonia which attacks the structure of the natural hair. Therefore, brush maintenance and thorough repetitive cleaning as described in step 1, 2, & 3 is imperative to protect and extend the life of your brush.

Applying a few drops of ‘leave in’ conditioner is also a good idea if you’re not going to be using your brush for some time.

Dried Paint: If some acrylic glaze becomes hardened on the brush, start by removing the heaviest part with denatured alcohol then rinse with water and coat the hairs with Murphy’s Oil Soap and leave for several hours. Apply the steps again from 1, 2, & 3 so the paint will brush out easily and leave your brush as good as new. Be careful as soap left too long in the natural hair will deteriorate the flexibility of the hair.

Proper cleaning procedure

for oil/water and large or small brushes:

	Oil Medium	Water Medium
Large Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Wash brush with warm water and a lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry upside down.	Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Clean with a tiny bit of lathering soap and rinse until completely clean. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry.
Small Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Apply a generous portion of Lard to the tip of the brush and store. To reuse brush, completely thin with spirits.	Clean each small brush very carefully and gently with a tiny bit of lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry . To reshape a brush, dip it in Gum Arabic.

Original Pointed Glazing Brush (Bristle)

Original Pointed Glazing Brush (Bristle) | GLZ-04D

Original Pointed Glazing Brush (Bristle) | GLZ-04D

GLZ-04D_Size-04

$25.00

Our pointed bristle glazer will surely assist in your glazing with its excellent line cutting capabilities. It as a 'sash', this sturdy brush can 'cut' a perfect line, work in tight corners, & accurately glaze your woodgraining or faux marble projects.

High quality bristle keeps it's shape
Pointed shape allows for precise application
Rounded for ultimate medium dispersion (learn more)
Can be used in oil/water when dedicated (learn more)
Perfect for glazing stiles/rails, baseboard, and dentil molding
Larger sizes best for glazing panels for woodgraining
Application/Usage: precisely applying glaze and basecoat; woodgraining; faux marble
Preferred Medium: Oil/Water
Brush Ferrule/Handle: Copper, wooden round long
Brush Hair Type: Natural Bristle
Brush Hold: Pencil Hold, Drummer's Hold
Brush Care: Water: Wash with soap, Oil: Thinned & wash w/ soap
Hair Length: 2.5-3" (60-72mm)
Dia./width: 1-1.25" (25-32mm)

How-To Brush Care Guide

Prepare your brushes for their first use - read below.

Most of our large and fine hair brushes are hand-set and made with different hairs that are tapped in a small copper cylinder before being glued into the ferrule. This is why some of the hairs are not properly affixed to the ferrule, so the brush will shed some hair the first few times you will use it.

Thick hair: examples are; badger, hog (china bristle), horse hair

Fine hair: examples are sable; squirrel, goat, skunk (fine, thin short hair)

Synthetic Fiber: examples are; taklon, samina, bordeaux, synthetic bristle

To minimize brush shedding, you should:

Wash the brush thoroughly with a mild dish soap in warm water and massage the hair to comb out the loose bristles. Rinse until there is no soap residue left in the brush.
Ring the brush out by rolling it between your hands as if you were trying to make a fire with a stick to fluff out the brush.
Let dry by hanging the brushes or lay it down at the edge of a table (a hog bristle will have a strong odor due to the bone glue used to attach the bristles. This will go away after a few washings.)

Repeat this process a few more times.

All acrylic glazes contain some sort of ammonia which attacks the structure of the natural hair. Therefore, brush maintenance and thorough repetitive cleaning as described in step 1, 2, & 3 is imperative to protect and extend the life of your brush.

Applying a few drops of ‘leave in’ conditioner is also a good idea if you’re not going to be using your brush for some time.

Dried Paint: If some acrylic glaze becomes hardened on the brush, start by removing the heaviest part with denatured alcohol then rinse with water and coat the hairs with Murphy’s Oil Soap and leave for several hours. Apply the steps again from 1, 2, & 3 so the paint will brush out easily and leave your brush as good as new. Be careful as soap left too long in the natural hair will deteriorate the flexibility of the hair.

Proper cleaning procedure

for oil/water and large or small brushes:

	Oil Medium	Water Medium
Large Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Wash brush with warm water and a lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry upside down.	Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Clean with a tiny bit of lathering soap and rinse until completely clean. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry.
Small Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Apply a generous portion of Lard to the tip of the brush and store. To reuse brush, completely thin with spirits.	Clean each small brush very carefully and gently with a tiny bit of lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry . To reshape a brush, dip it in Gum Arabic.

PRO Domed Glazing Brush (Bluetop) | GLZ-34

PRO Domed Glazing Brush (Bluetop) | GLZ-34

GLZ-34_Size-02

$14.50

NEW! Blue POLYTOP BRUSH. The domed water glazer is the work horse of decorative painting. This is a modern replica of the classic bristle/nylon blend version.

SOFT, Blue POLYTOP synthetic fiber
Slightly domed shape for full coverage
Rounded for ultimate medium dispersion (learn more)
Brush 'springs' into action (learn more)
Perfect for 'breaking up the glaze'
Large size can glaze an entire wall with speed
Use only in water mediums
Wash with Soap

SIZE TRANSLATIONS

SIZE	BRUSH LENGTH	FERRULE WIDTH	HAIR LENGTH
2		.86" / 22mm	2.5" / 64mm
4		1" / 26mm	2.5" / 64mm
6		1.2" / 29mm	2.8" / 72mm
8		1.3" / 33mm	3.1" / 78mm

BRUSH SPECIFICATIONS

HAIR TYPE	Blue Polytop Synthetic
BRUSH HOLD	Pencil Hold, Drummer's Hold
USAGE	Applying glaze & base coat, stippling, adding texture
MEDIUM	Water
FERRULE	Tin
HANDLE	Wooden round long

How-To Brush Care Guide

Prepare your brushes for their first use - read below.

Most of our large and fine hair brushes are hand-set and made with different hairs that are tapped in a small copper cylinder before being glued into the ferrule. This is why some of the hairs are not properly affixed to the ferrule, so the brush will shed some hair the first few times you will use it.

Thick hair: examples are; badger, hog (china bristle), horse hair

Fine hair: examples are sable; squirrel, goat, skunk (fine, thin short hair)

Synthetic Fiber: examples are; taklon, samina, bordeaux, synthetic bristle

To minimize brush shedding, you should:

Wash the brush thoroughly with a mild dish soap in warm water and massage the hair to comb out the loose bristles. Rinse until there is no soap residue left in the brush.
Ring the brush out by rolling it between your hands as if you were trying to make a fire with a stick to fluff out the brush.
Let dry by hanging the brushes or lay it down at the edge of a table (a hog bristle will have a strong odor due to the bone glue used to attach the bristles. This will go away after a few washings.)

Repeat this process a few more times.

All acrylic glazes contain some sort of ammonia which attacks the structure of the natural hair. Therefore, brush maintenance and thorough repetitive cleaning as described in step 1, 2, & 3 is imperative to protect and extend the life of your brush.

Applying a few drops of ‘leave in’ conditioner is also a good idea if you’re not going to be using your brush for some time.

Dried Paint: If some acrylic glaze becomes hardened on the brush, start by removing the heaviest part with denatured alcohol then rinse with water and coat the hairs with Murphy’s Oil Soap and leave for several hours. Apply the steps again from 1, 2, & 3 so the paint will brush out easily and leave your brush as good as new. Be careful as soap left too long in the natural hair will deteriorate the flexibility of the hair.

Proper cleaning procedure

for oil/water and large or small brushes:

	Oil Medium	Water Medium
Large Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Wash brush with warm water and a lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry upside down.	Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Clean with a tiny bit of lathering soap and rinse until completely clean. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry.
Small Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Apply a generous portion of Lard to the tip of the brush and store. To reuse brush, completely thin with spirits.	Clean each small brush very carefully and gently with a tiny bit of lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry . To reshape a brush, dip it in Gum Arabic.

PRO Domed Glazing Brush (Bristle, Nylon) | GLZ-31

PRO Domed Glazing Brush (Bristle, Nylon) | GLZ-31

GLZ-31_Size-02

$14.50

Our domed water glazer is the work horse of decorative painting. The Pro SERIES is a high level of quality. The EXTRA FINE Nylon/Bristle fiber is a nylon blend replica of the classic full bristle version (GLZ-3).

Hand-shaped with select bristle fibers
Premium stainless steel ferrule with hand-tied string
Sealed handle for longevity
Nylon synthetic fiber with 60% natural bristle
Slightly domed shape for full coverage
Rounded for ultimate medium dispersion (learn more)
Brush 'springs' into action (learn more)
Perfect for 'breaking up the glaze'
Large size can glaze an entire wall with speed
Wash with Soap

SIZE TRANSLATIONS

SIZE	BRUSH LENGTH	FERRULE WIDTH	HAIR LENGTH
2		.9" / 23mm	2.3" / 59mm
4		1" / 27mm	2.9" / 69mm
6		1.2" / 32mm	3.1" / 79mm
8		1.3" / 34mm	3.1" / 79mm

BRUSH SPECIFICATIONS

HAIR TYPE	Natural Bristle / Nylon blend
BRUSH HOLD	Pencil Hold, Drummer's Hold
USAGE	Applying glaze & base coat, stippling, adding texture
MEDIUM	Water
FERRULE	Tin
HANDLE	Wooden round long

How-To Brush Care Guide

Prepare your brushes for their first use - read below.

Most of our large and fine hair brushes are hand-set and made with different hairs that are tapped in a small copper cylinder before being glued into the ferrule. This is why some of the hairs are not properly affixed to the ferrule, so the brush will shed some hair the first few times you will use it.

Thick hair: examples are; badger, hog (china bristle), horse hair

Fine hair: examples are sable; squirrel, goat, skunk (fine, thin short hair)

Synthetic Fiber: examples are; taklon, samina, bordeaux, synthetic bristle

To minimize brush shedding, you should:

Wash the brush thoroughly with a mild dish soap in warm water and massage the hair to comb out the loose bristles. Rinse until there is no soap residue left in the brush.
Ring the brush out by rolling it between your hands as if you were trying to make a fire with a stick to fluff out the brush.
Let dry by hanging the brushes or lay it down at the edge of a table (a hog bristle will have a strong odor due to the bone glue used to attach the bristles. This will go away after a few washings.)

Repeat this process a few more times.

All acrylic glazes contain some sort of ammonia which attacks the structure of the natural hair. Therefore, brush maintenance and thorough repetitive cleaning as described in step 1, 2, & 3 is imperative to protect and extend the life of your brush.

Applying a few drops of ‘leave in’ conditioner is also a good idea if you’re not going to be using your brush for some time.

Dried Paint: If some acrylic glaze becomes hardened on the brush, start by removing the heaviest part with denatured alcohol then rinse with water and coat the hairs with Murphy’s Oil Soap and leave for several hours. Apply the steps again from 1, 2, & 3 so the paint will brush out easily and leave your brush as good as new. Be careful as soap left too long in the natural hair will deteriorate the flexibility of the hair.

Proper cleaning procedure

for oil/water and large or small brushes:

	Oil Medium	Water Medium
Large Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Wash brush with warm water and a lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry upside down.	Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Clean with a tiny bit of lathering soap and rinse until completely clean. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry.
Small Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Apply a generous portion of Lard to the tip of the brush and store. To reuse brush, completely thin with spirits.	Clean each small brush very carefully and gently with a tiny bit of lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry . To reshape a brush, dip it in Gum Arabic.

Dusting Brush (Bluetop) | GLZ-22

GLZ-22

$19.00

Have a designated duster, and save your finest brushes from wear. Try our ergonomic nylon duster to help support a professional finish. Make dusting a pleasant and necessary habit. Dust is the most common cause of a grainy surface. Go for quality - sand and then dust between every phase of decorative painting. Dust every surface!

Classic Banana Shape
100% strong blue POLYTOP
4 rows of fiber, almost 1 inch thick
Ergonomic banana shape
A softer version than Deluxe Duster - great for delicate surfaces.
Fits well in your back pocket

SIZE TRANSLATIONS

SIZE	BRUSH LENGTH	FERRULE WIDTH	FERRULE LENGTH	HAIR LENGTH
			8" / 203mm	2.4" / 61mm

BRUSH SPECIFICATIONS

HAIR TYPE	Polytop Synthetic
BRUSH HOLD	Baseball Hold
USAGE	Dusting before each step in decorative painting
MEDIUM	N/A
FERRULE	N/A
HANDLE	Wooden "boxy" banana shape

How-To Brush Care Guide

Prepare your brushes for their first use - read below.

Most of our large and fine hair brushes are hand-set and made with different hairs that are tapped in a small copper cylinder before being glued into the ferrule. This is why some of the hairs are not properly affixed to the ferrule, so the brush will shed some hair the first few times you will use it.

Thick hair: examples are; badger, hog (china bristle), horse hair

Fine hair: examples are sable; squirrel, goat, skunk (fine, thin short hair)

Synthetic Fiber: examples are; taklon, samina, bordeaux, synthetic bristle

To minimize brush shedding, you should:

Wash the brush thoroughly with a mild dish soap in warm water and massage the hair to comb out the loose bristles. Rinse until there is no soap residue left in the brush.
Ring the brush out by rolling it between your hands as if you were trying to make a fire with a stick to fluff out the brush.
Let dry by hanging the brushes or lay it down at the edge of a table (a hog bristle will have a strong odor due to the bone glue used to attach the bristles. This will go away after a few washings.)

Repeat this process a few more times.

All acrylic glazes contain some sort of ammonia which attacks the structure of the natural hair. Therefore, brush maintenance and thorough repetitive cleaning as described in step 1, 2, & 3 is imperative to protect and extend the life of your brush.

Applying a few drops of ‘leave in’ conditioner is also a good idea if you’re not going to be using your brush for some time.

Dried Paint: If some acrylic glaze becomes hardened on the brush, start by removing the heaviest part with denatured alcohol then rinse with water and coat the hairs with Murphy’s Oil Soap and leave for several hours. Apply the steps again from 1, 2, & 3 so the paint will brush out easily and leave your brush as good as new. Be careful as soap left too long in the natural hair will deteriorate the flexibility of the hair.

Proper cleaning procedure

for oil/water and large or small brushes:

	Oil Medium	Water Medium
Large Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Wash brush with warm water and a lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry upside down.	Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Clean with a tiny bit of lathering soap and rinse until completely clean. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry.
Small Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Apply a generous portion of Lard to the tip of the brush and store. To reuse brush, completely thin with spirits.	Clean each small brush very carefully and gently with a tiny bit of lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry . To reshape a brush, dip it in Gum Arabic.

Dusting Brush (Bristle, Nylon) | GLZ-21

GLZ-21

$17.00

Have yourself a designated, quality dust brush and make dusting a pleasant and necessary habit. Dust is the most common cause of a grainy surface. Go for quality - sand and then dust between every phase of decorative painting. Dust every surface!

5 flat rows of hearty, black bristle for extra dust collection
1.2 inches thick
Ergonomic banana shape
Great for wall and baseboard dusting
Fits in your back pocket
Check out our new Blue POLYTOP Duster
Brush Care: Clean with a damp cloth

SIZE TRANSLATIONS

SIZE	BRUSH LENGTH	FERRULE WIDTH	FERRULE LENGTH	HAIR LENGTH
			8" / 203mm	2.4" / 61mm

BRUSH SPECIFICATIONS

HAIR TYPE	Natural Bristle / Nylon Blend
BRUSH HOLD	Baseball Hold
USAGE	Dusting before each step in decorative painting
MEDIUM	Water or Oil
FERRULE	N/A
HANDLE	wooden "boxy" banana shape

How-To Brush Care Guide

Prepare your brushes for their first use - read below.

Most of our large and fine hair brushes are hand-set and made with different hairs that are tapped in a small copper cylinder before being glued into the ferrule. This is why some of the hairs are not properly affixed to the ferrule, so the brush will shed some hair the first few times you will use it.

Thick hair: examples are; badger, hog (china bristle), horse hair

Fine hair: examples are sable; squirrel, goat, skunk (fine, thin short hair)

Synthetic Fiber: examples are; taklon, samina, bordeaux, synthetic bristle

To minimize brush shedding, you should:

Wash the brush thoroughly with a mild dish soap in warm water and massage the hair to comb out the loose bristles. Rinse until there is no soap residue left in the brush.
Ring the brush out by rolling it between your hands as if you were trying to make a fire with a stick to fluff out the brush.
Let dry by hanging the brushes or lay it down at the edge of a table (a hog bristle will have a strong odor due to the bone glue used to attach the bristles. This will go away after a few washings.)

Repeat this process a few more times.

All acrylic glazes contain some sort of ammonia which attacks the structure of the natural hair. Therefore, brush maintenance and thorough repetitive cleaning as described in step 1, 2, & 3 is imperative to protect and extend the life of your brush.

Applying a few drops of ‘leave in’ conditioner is also a good idea if you’re not going to be using your brush for some time.

Dried Paint: If some acrylic glaze becomes hardened on the brush, start by removing the heaviest part with denatured alcohol then rinse with water and coat the hairs with Murphy’s Oil Soap and leave for several hours. Apply the steps again from 1, 2, & 3 so the paint will brush out easily and leave your brush as good as new. Be careful as soap left too long in the natural hair will deteriorate the flexibility of the hair.

Proper cleaning procedure

for oil/water and large or small brushes:

	Oil Medium	Water Medium
Large Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Wash brush with warm water and a lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry upside down.	Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Clean with a tiny bit of lathering soap and rinse until completely clean. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry.
Small Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Apply a generous portion of Lard to the tip of the brush and store. To reuse brush, completely thin with spirits.	Clean each small brush very carefully and gently with a tiny bit of lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry . To reshape a brush, dip it in Gum Arabic.

Ultimate Domed Glazing Brush (Bristle, Nylon) | GLZ-01

GLZ-01_Size-04

$19.00

Our domed water glazer is the work horse of decorative painting. This is our highest level of quality. This is a modern replica of the classic full bristle version (GLZ-3).

Hand-shaped with select bristle fibers
Premium stainless steel ferrule with hand-tied string
Sealed handle for longevity
Nylon synthetic fiber with 60% natural bristle
Slightly domed shape for full coverage
Rounded for ultimate medium dispersion (learn more)
Brush 'springs' into action (learn more)
Perfect for 'breaking up the glaze'
Large size can glaze an entire wall with speed
Description:
Description: Finest quality glazing brush
Application/Usage: applying glaze and basecoat; stippling; adding texture
Preferred Medium: Water
Brush Ferrule/Handle: Tin, wooden round long
Brush Hair Type: Natural Bristle/Nylon blend
Brush Hold: Pencil Hold, Drummer's Hold
Brush Care: Wash with soap
Found in Kits:
See Also:
Hair Length: 2-3" (60-72mm)
Dia./width: .5-1.25" (25-32mm)
Brush Length:

How-To Brush Care Guide

Prepare your brushes for their first use - read below.

Most of our large and fine hair brushes are hand-set and made with different hairs that are tapped in a small copper cylinder before being glued into the ferrule. This is why some of the hairs are not properly affixed to the ferrule, so the brush will shed some hair the first few times you will use it.

Thick hair: examples are; badger, hog (china bristle), horse hair

Fine hair: examples are sable; squirrel, goat, skunk (fine, thin short hair)

Synthetic Fiber: examples are; taklon, samina, bordeaux, synthetic bristle

To minimize brush shedding, you should:

Wash the brush thoroughly with a mild dish soap in warm water and massage the hair to comb out the loose bristles. Rinse until there is no soap residue left in the brush.
Ring the brush out by rolling it between your hands as if you were trying to make a fire with a stick to fluff out the brush.
Let dry by hanging the brushes or lay it down at the edge of a table (a hog bristle will have a strong odor due to the bone glue used to attach the bristles. This will go away after a few washings.)

Repeat this process a few more times.

All acrylic glazes contain some sort of ammonia which attacks the structure of the natural hair. Therefore, brush maintenance and thorough repetitive cleaning as described in step 1, 2, & 3 is imperative to protect and extend the life of your brush.

Applying a few drops of ‘leave in’ conditioner is also a good idea if you’re not going to be using your brush for some time.

Dried Paint: If some acrylic glaze becomes hardened on the brush, start by removing the heaviest part with denatured alcohol then rinse with water and coat the hairs with Murphy’s Oil Soap and leave for several hours. Apply the steps again from 1, 2, & 3 so the paint will brush out easily and leave your brush as good as new. Be careful as soap left too long in the natural hair will deteriorate the flexibility of the hair.

Proper cleaning procedure

for oil/water and large or small brushes:

	Oil Medium	Water Medium
Large Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Wash brush with warm water and a lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry upside down.	Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Clean with a tiny bit of lathering soap and rinse until completely clean. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry.
Small Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Apply a generous portion of Lard to the tip of the brush and store. To reuse brush, completely thin with spirits.	Clean each small brush very carefully and gently with a tiny bit of lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry . To reshape a brush, dip it in Gum Arabic.

Original Domed Glazing Brush (Bristle, Nylon)

Original Domed Glazing Brush (Bristle, Nylon) | GLZ-01D

Original Domed Glazing Brush (Bristle, Nylon) | GLZ-01D

GLZ-01D_Size-02

$19.00

Our domed water glazer is the work horse of decorative painting. This is our highest level of quality. This is a modern replica of the classic full bristle version.

Hand-shaped with select bristle fibers
Premium stainless steel ferrule with hand-tied string
Sealed handle for longevity
Nylon synthetic fiber with 60% natural bristle
Slightly domed shape for full coverage
Rounded for ultimate medium dispersion (learn more)
Brush 'springs' into action (learn more)
Perfect for 'breaking up the glaze'
Large size can glaze an entire wall with speed
Application/Usage: applying glaze and basecoat; stippling; adding texture
Preferred Medium: Water
Brush Ferrule/Handle: Tin, wooden round long
Brush Hold: Pencil Hold, Drummer's Hold
Hair Length: 2-3" (60-72mm)
Dia./width: .5-1.25" (25-32mm)

How-To Brush Care Guide

Prepare your brushes for their first use - read below.

Most of our large and fine hair brushes are hand-set and made with different hairs that are tapped in a small copper cylinder before being glued into the ferrule. This is why some of the hairs are not properly affixed to the ferrule, so the brush will shed some hair the first few times you will use it.

Thick hair: examples are; badger, hog (china bristle), horse hair

Fine hair: examples are sable; squirrel, goat, skunk (fine, thin short hair)

Synthetic Fiber: examples are; taklon, samina, bordeaux, synthetic bristle

To minimize brush shedding, you should:

Wash the brush thoroughly with a mild dish soap in warm water and massage the hair to comb out the loose bristles. Rinse until there is no soap residue left in the brush.
Ring the brush out by rolling it between your hands as if you were trying to make a fire with a stick to fluff out the brush.
Let dry by hanging the brushes or lay it down at the edge of a table (a hog bristle will have a strong odor due to the bone glue used to attach the bristles. This will go away after a few washings.)

Repeat this process a few more times.

All acrylic glazes contain some sort of ammonia which attacks the structure of the natural hair. Therefore, brush maintenance and thorough repetitive cleaning as described in step 1, 2, & 3 is imperative to protect and extend the life of your brush.

Applying a few drops of ‘leave in’ conditioner is also a good idea if you’re not going to be using your brush for some time.

Dried Paint: If some acrylic glaze becomes hardened on the brush, start by removing the heaviest part with denatured alcohol then rinse with water and coat the hairs with Murphy’s Oil Soap and leave for several hours. Apply the steps again from 1, 2, & 3 so the paint will brush out easily and leave your brush as good as new. Be careful as soap left too long in the natural hair will deteriorate the flexibility of the hair.

Proper cleaning procedure

for oil/water and large or small brushes:

	Oil Medium	Water Medium
Large Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Wash brush with warm water and a lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry upside down.	Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Clean with a tiny bit of lathering soap and rinse until completely clean. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry.
Small Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Apply a generous portion of Lard to the tip of the brush and store. To reuse brush, completely thin with spirits.	Clean each small brush very carefully and gently with a tiny bit of lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry . To reshape a brush, dip it in Gum Arabic.

Staining Brush (Bluetop) | GLZ-51

GLZ-51_Small

$35.00

Originally designed to apply oil stain on floors and apply paint on ceilings, this densely packed brush is great for applying glaze to large walls, floors, & ceilings. This blue POLYTOP stainer is a much softer version than the bristle version. Available in 2 sizes.

Perfect when speedy application is a must for large areas
Works as a heavy strie brush
Can work heavy paint or plaster quickly
Great for hand-painted ceiling
Creates a natural metal patina effect when used as a stippler

Description:

Description: Classic replica with modern soft, Blue POLYTOP fiber

Application/Usage:

Preferred Medium:

Brush Ferrule/Handle:

Brush Hair Type: Natural / Synthetic

Brush Hold: pencil hold

Brush Care: Clean with a damp cloth and mild soap

Found in Kits:

See Also:

Hair Length:

Dia./width:

Brush Length:

How-To Brush Care Guide

Prepare your brushes for their first use - read below.

Most of our large and fine hair brushes are hand-set and made with different hairs that are tapped in a small copper cylinder before being glued into the ferrule. This is why some of the hairs are not properly affixed to the ferrule, so the brush will shed some hair the first few times you will use it.

Thick hair: examples are; badger, hog (china bristle), horse hair

Fine hair: examples are sable; squirrel, goat, skunk (fine, thin short hair)

Synthetic Fiber: examples are; taklon, samina, bordeaux, synthetic bristle

To minimize brush shedding, you should:

Wash the brush thoroughly with a mild dish soap in warm water and massage the hair to comb out the loose bristles. Rinse until there is no soap residue left in the brush.
Ring the brush out by rolling it between your hands as if you were trying to make a fire with a stick to fluff out the brush.
Let dry by hanging the brushes or lay it down at the edge of a table (a hog bristle will have a strong odor due to the bone glue used to attach the bristles. This will go away after a few washings.)

Repeat this process a few more times.

All acrylic glazes contain some sort of ammonia which attacks the structure of the natural hair. Therefore, brush maintenance and thorough repetitive cleaning as described in step 1, 2, & 3 is imperative to protect and extend the life of your brush.

Applying a few drops of ‘leave in’ conditioner is also a good idea if you’re not going to be using your brush for some time.

Dried Paint: If some acrylic glaze becomes hardened on the brush, start by removing the heaviest part with denatured alcohol then rinse with water and coat the hairs with Murphy’s Oil Soap and leave for several hours. Apply the steps again from 1, 2, & 3 so the paint will brush out easily and leave your brush as good as new. Be careful as soap left too long in the natural hair will deteriorate the flexibility of the hair.

Proper cleaning procedure

for oil/water and large or small brushes:

	Oil Medium	Water Medium
Large Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Wash brush with warm water and a lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry upside down.	Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Clean with a tiny bit of lathering soap and rinse until completely clean. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry.
Small Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Apply a generous portion of Lard to the tip of the brush and store. To reuse brush, completely thin with spirits.	Clean each small brush very carefully and gently with a tiny bit of lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry . To reshape a brush, dip it in Gum Arabic.

Ultimate Pointed Glazing Brush (Bristle, Nylon) | GLZ-02

GLZ-02N_Size-04

$27.00

Our pointed water glazer will surely assist in your glazing with its excellent line cutting capabilities. The PRESTIGE SERIES is our highest level of quality. Also known as a sash brush, this is a modern replica of the classic bristle version (GLZ-4).

Hand-shaped with select bristle fibers
Premium stainless steel ferrule with hand-tied string
Sealed handle for longevity
Nylon synthetic fiber with 60% natural bristle
Pointed shape allows for precise application
Rounded for ultimate medium dispersion (learn more)
Brush 'springs' into action (learn more)
Perfect for glazing stiles/rails, baseboard, and dentil molding
Larger sizes best for glazing panels for faux marble/wood
Small sizes for murals, and glazing tiny areas like mullions, dentils & window casing
Also used to sketch wood heartgrain, & primary veins

Description:

Description: Finest quality glazing brush

Application/Usage: precisely applying glaze and basecoat; woodgraining; faux marble

Preferred Medium: Water

Brush Ferrule/Handle: Tin, wooden round long

Brush Hair Type: Natural Bristle/Nylon blend

Brush Hold: Pencil Hold, Drummer's Hold

Brush Care: Wash with soap

Found in Kits:

See Also:

Hair Length: 1.8-3" (48-76mm)

Dia./width: .6-1.25" (14-37mm)

Brush Length:

How-To Brush Care Guide

Prepare your brushes for their first use - read below.

Most of our large and fine hair brushes are hand-set and made with different hairs that are tapped in a small copper cylinder before being glued into the ferrule. This is why some of the hairs are not properly affixed to the ferrule, so the brush will shed some hair the first few times you will use it.

Thick hair: examples are; badger, hog (china bristle), horse hair

Fine hair: examples are sable; squirrel, goat, skunk (fine, thin short hair)

Synthetic Fiber: examples are; taklon, samina, bordeaux, synthetic bristle

To minimize brush shedding, you should:

Wash the brush thoroughly with a mild dish soap in warm water and massage the hair to comb out the loose bristles. Rinse until there is no soap residue left in the brush.
Ring the brush out by rolling it between your hands as if you were trying to make a fire with a stick to fluff out the brush.
Let dry by hanging the brushes or lay it down at the edge of a table (a hog bristle will have a strong odor due to the bone glue used to attach the bristles. This will go away after a few washings.)

Repeat this process a few more times.

All acrylic glazes contain some sort of ammonia which attacks the structure of the natural hair. Therefore, brush maintenance and thorough repetitive cleaning as described in step 1, 2, & 3 is imperative to protect and extend the life of your brush.

Applying a few drops of ‘leave in’ conditioner is also a good idea if you’re not going to be using your brush for some time.

Dried Paint: If some acrylic glaze becomes hardened on the brush, start by removing the heaviest part with denatured alcohol then rinse with water and coat the hairs with Murphy’s Oil Soap and leave for several hours. Apply the steps again from 1, 2, & 3 so the paint will brush out easily and leave your brush as good as new. Be careful as soap left too long in the natural hair will deteriorate the flexibility of the hair.

Proper cleaning procedure

for oil/water and large or small brushes:

	Oil Medium	Water Medium
Large Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Wash brush with warm water and a lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry upside down.	Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Clean with a tiny bit of lathering soap and rinse until completely clean. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry.
Small Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Apply a generous portion of Lard to the tip of the brush and store. To reuse brush, completely thin with spirits.	Clean each small brush very carefully and gently with a tiny bit of lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry . To reshape a brush, dip it in Gum Arabic.

Square Slim Blue Paint Brush (Bluetop) | GLZ-28

GLZ-28

$7.00

Thin, square, long-handled economy brush
. Classic square shape for thicker mediums such as paint and loose texture. Our brushes are high-quality substitutes for paint store brands. These square, basecoaters will prove to be very helpful in your brush kit.

Slim 1/4-1/2 inch thick, 100% BLUE POLYTOP synthetic fiber
Works well for glazing and stippling
Use only with water mediums
Excellent for base painting, varnishing and applying thin plaster

Description:

Description: Thin, square, long-handled economy brush

Application/Usage:

Preferred Medium:

Brush Ferrule/Handle:

Brush Hair Type: Natural / Synthetic

Brush Hold: pencil hold

Brush Care: Clean with a damp cloth and mild soap

Found in Kits:

See Also:

Hair Length:

Dia./width:

Brush Length:

How-To Brush Care Guide

Prepare your brushes for their first use - read below.

Most of our large and fine hair brushes are hand-set and made with different hairs that are tapped in a small copper cylinder before being glued into the ferrule. This is why some of the hairs are not properly affixed to the ferrule, so the brush will shed some hair the first few times you will use it.

Thick hair: examples are; badger, hog (china bristle), horse hair

Fine hair: examples are sable; squirrel, goat, skunk (fine, thin short hair)

Synthetic Fiber: examples are; taklon, samina, bordeaux, synthetic bristle

To minimize brush shedding, you should:

Wash the brush thoroughly with a mild dish soap in warm water and massage the hair to comb out the loose bristles. Rinse until there is no soap residue left in the brush.
Ring the brush out by rolling it between your hands as if you were trying to make a fire with a stick to fluff out the brush.
Let dry by hanging the brushes or lay it down at the edge of a table (a hog bristle will have a strong odor due to the bone glue used to attach the bristles. This will go away after a few washings.)

Repeat this process a few more times.

All acrylic glazes contain some sort of ammonia which attacks the structure of the natural hair. Therefore, brush maintenance and thorough repetitive cleaning as described in step 1, 2, & 3 is imperative to protect and extend the life of your brush.

Applying a few drops of ‘leave in’ conditioner is also a good idea if you’re not going to be using your brush for some time.

Dried Paint: If some acrylic glaze becomes hardened on the brush, start by removing the heaviest part with denatured alcohol then rinse with water and coat the hairs with Murphy’s Oil Soap and leave for several hours. Apply the steps again from 1, 2, & 3 so the paint will brush out easily and leave your brush as good as new. Be careful as soap left too long in the natural hair will deteriorate the flexibility of the hair.

Proper cleaning procedure

for oil/water and large or small brushes:

	Oil Medium	Water Medium
Large Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Wash brush with warm water and a lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry upside down.	Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Clean with a tiny bit of lathering soap and rinse until completely clean. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry.
Small Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Apply a generous portion of Lard to the tip of the brush and store. To reuse brush, completely thin with spirits.	Clean each small brush very carefully and gently with a tiny bit of lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry . To reshape a brush, dip it in Gum Arabic.

Flat Paint Brush (Bluetop) | GLZ-27

GLZ-27_Size-020

$5.50

Classic square shape for thicker mediums such as paint and loose texture. Our brushes are high-quality substitutes for paint store brands. These square, basecoater will prove to be very helpful in your brush kit.

Slim 1/4-1/2 inch thick, 100% BLUE POLYTOP synthetic fiber
Works well for glazing and stippling
Use only with water mediums
Excellent for base painting, varnishing and applying thin plaster

Description:

Description: Square, thick economy brush for water mediums

Application/Usage:

Preferred Medium:

Brush Ferrule/Handle:

Brush Hair Type: Natural / Synthetic

Brush Hold: pencil hold

Brush Care: Clean with a damp cloth and mild soap

Found in Kits:

See Also:

Hair Length:

Dia./width:

Brush Length:

How-To Brush Care Guide

Prepare your brushes for their first use - read below.

Most of our large and fine hair brushes are hand-set and made with different hairs that are tapped in a small copper cylinder before being glued into the ferrule. This is why some of the hairs are not properly affixed to the ferrule, so the brush will shed some hair the first few times you will use it.

Thick hair: examples are; badger, hog (china bristle), horse hair

Fine hair: examples are sable; squirrel, goat, skunk (fine, thin short hair)

Synthetic Fiber: examples are; taklon, samina, bordeaux, synthetic bristle

To minimize brush shedding, you should:

Wash the brush thoroughly with a mild dish soap in warm water and massage the hair to comb out the loose bristles. Rinse until there is no soap residue left in the brush.
Ring the brush out by rolling it between your hands as if you were trying to make a fire with a stick to fluff out the brush.
Let dry by hanging the brushes or lay it down at the edge of a table (a hog bristle will have a strong odor due to the bone glue used to attach the bristles. This will go away after a few washings.)

Repeat this process a few more times.

All acrylic glazes contain some sort of ammonia which attacks the structure of the natural hair. Therefore, brush maintenance and thorough repetitive cleaning as described in step 1, 2, & 3 is imperative to protect and extend the life of your brush.

Applying a few drops of ‘leave in’ conditioner is also a good idea if you’re not going to be using your brush for some time.

Dried Paint: If some acrylic glaze becomes hardened on the brush, start by removing the heaviest part with denatured alcohol then rinse with water and coat the hairs with Murphy’s Oil Soap and leave for several hours. Apply the steps again from 1, 2, & 3 so the paint will brush out easily and leave your brush as good as new. Be careful as soap left too long in the natural hair will deteriorate the flexibility of the hair.

Proper cleaning procedure

for oil/water and large or small brushes:

	Oil Medium	Water Medium
Large Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Wash brush with warm water and a lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry upside down.	Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Clean with a tiny bit of lathering soap and rinse until completely clean. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry.
Small Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Apply a generous portion of Lard to the tip of the brush and store. To reuse brush, completely thin with spirits.	Clean each small brush very carefully and gently with a tiny bit of lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry . To reshape a brush, dip it in Gum Arabic.

Staining Brush (Bristle) | GLZ-19

GLZ-19_Size-100

$28.40

Originally designed to apply oil stain on floors and apply paint on ceilings, this densely packed brush is great for applying glaze to large walls, floors, & ceilings. Don't use a roller when you can use a brush. This bristle brush is made out of an economical blend for softness and retention. Available in 2 sizes.

Perfect when speedy application is a must for large areas
Works as a heavy strie brush
Can work heavy paint or plaster quickly
Great for hand-painted ceiling
Good for tight stippling on furniture & panels
Creates a natural metal patina effect when used as a stippler

Description:

Application/Usage:

Preferred Medium:

Brush Description:

Brush Type:

Brush Hold:

Brush Care:

Found in Kits:

See Also:

How-To Brush Care Guide

Prepare your brushes for their first use - read below.

Most of our large and fine hair brushes are hand-set and made with different hairs that are tapped in a small copper cylinder before being glued into the ferrule. This is why some of the hairs are not properly affixed to the ferrule, so the brush will shed some hair the first few times you will use it.

Thick hair: examples are; badger, hog (china bristle), horse hair

Fine hair: examples are sable; squirrel, goat, skunk (fine, thin short hair)

Synthetic Fiber: examples are; taklon, samina, bordeaux, synthetic bristle

To minimize brush shedding, you should:

Wash the brush thoroughly with a mild dish soap in warm water and massage the hair to comb out the loose bristles. Rinse until there is no soap residue left in the brush.
Ring the brush out by rolling it between your hands as if you were trying to make a fire with a stick to fluff out the brush.
Let dry by hanging the brushes or lay it down at the edge of a table (a hog bristle will have a strong odor due to the bone glue used to attach the bristles. This will go away after a few washings.)

Repeat this process a few more times.

All acrylic glazes contain some sort of ammonia which attacks the structure of the natural hair. Therefore, brush maintenance and thorough repetitive cleaning as described in step 1, 2, & 3 is imperative to protect and extend the life of your brush.

Applying a few drops of ‘leave in’ conditioner is also a good idea if you’re not going to be using your brush for some time.

Dried Paint: If some acrylic glaze becomes hardened on the brush, start by removing the heaviest part with denatured alcohol then rinse with water and coat the hairs with Murphy’s Oil Soap and leave for several hours. Apply the steps again from 1, 2, & 3 so the paint will brush out easily and leave your brush as good as new. Be careful as soap left too long in the natural hair will deteriorate the flexibility of the hair.

Proper cleaning procedure

for oil/water and large or small brushes:

	Oil Medium	Water Medium
Large Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Wash brush with warm water and a lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry upside down.	Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Clean with a tiny bit of lathering soap and rinse until completely clean. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry.
Small Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Apply a generous portion of Lard to the tip of the brush and store. To reuse brush, completely thin with spirits.	Clean each small brush very carefully and gently with a tiny bit of lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry . To reshape a brush, dip it in Gum Arabic.

Oval Varnish Brush (Bristle, Nylon) | GLZ-18D

GLZ-18D

$8.78

This Italian inspired brush is made for varnishing or basecoating in water or oil mediums. It's oval shape and hair density allows for greater medium retention. Traditionally, this brush was made of wild boar's hair, but ours is made of a nylon/bristle blend for today's water mediums.

2/3 inch thick, nylon synthetic fiber with 50% natural bristle
Oval shape great mix between flat and round brushes
Brush 'springs' into action (learn more)
Can be used in water/oil when dedicated (learn more)
We use it to apply talc/whiting to surfaces
Small sizes great for painting stiles/rails, small panels, mullions, etc.

Description:

Description: Nylon/Bristle fiber for WATER medium

Application/Usage: varnishing; basecoating

Preferred Medium: Water

Brush Ferrule/Handle: tin, wooden round short

Brush Hair Type: Natural Bristle/Nylon Blend

Brush Hold: pencil hold, Drummer's Hold

Brush Care: Water: Wash with soap, Oil: Thinned & wash w/ soap

Found in Kits:

See Also:

Hair Length: 1.8" (45mm)

Dia./width: 1.15, 1.5, 2, 2.5 inches

Brush Length:

How-To Brush Care Guide

Prepare your brushes for their first use - read below.

Most of our large and fine hair brushes are hand-set and made with different hairs that are tapped in a small copper cylinder before being glued into the ferrule. This is why some of the hairs are not properly affixed to the ferrule, so the brush will shed some hair the first few times you will use it.

Thick hair: examples are; badger, hog (china bristle), horse hair

Fine hair: examples are sable; squirrel, goat, skunk (fine, thin short hair)

Synthetic Fiber: examples are; taklon, samina, bordeaux, synthetic bristle

To minimize brush shedding, you should:

Wash the brush thoroughly with a mild dish soap in warm water and massage the hair to comb out the loose bristles. Rinse until there is no soap residue left in the brush.
Ring the brush out by rolling it between your hands as if you were trying to make a fire with a stick to fluff out the brush.
Let dry by hanging the brushes or lay it down at the edge of a table (a hog bristle will have a strong odor due to the bone glue used to attach the bristles. This will go away after a few washings.)

Repeat this process a few more times.

All acrylic glazes contain some sort of ammonia which attacks the structure of the natural hair. Therefore, brush maintenance and thorough repetitive cleaning as described in step 1, 2, & 3 is imperative to protect and extend the life of your brush.

Applying a few drops of ‘leave in’ conditioner is also a good idea if you’re not going to be using your brush for some time.

Dried Paint: If some acrylic glaze becomes hardened on the brush, start by removing the heaviest part with denatured alcohol then rinse with water and coat the hairs with Murphy’s Oil Soap and leave for several hours. Apply the steps again from 1, 2, & 3 so the paint will brush out easily and leave your brush as good as new. Be careful as soap left too long in the natural hair will deteriorate the flexibility of the hair.

Proper cleaning procedure

for oil/water and large or small brushes:

	Oil Medium	Water Medium
Large Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Wash brush with warm water and a lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry upside down.	Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Clean with a tiny bit of lathering soap and rinse until completely clean. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry.
Small Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Apply a generous portion of Lard to the tip of the brush and store. To reuse brush, completely thin with spirits.	Clean each small brush very carefully and gently with a tiny bit of lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry . To reshape a brush, dip it in Gum Arabic.

Precision Basecoat Brush (Nylon, Bristle) | GLZ-17

GLZ-17_Size-20

$4.50

Classic square shape for thicker mediums such as paint and loose texture. Our brushes are high-quality substitutes of paint store brands. This square, basecoater will prove to be very helpful in your brush kit.

1/2-3/4 inch thick, 60% bristle-nylon synthetic fiber with 40% natural bristle
Works well for glazing and stippling
Excellent for applying heavy textures (old world style) Much more efficient than a chip brush
Description: "
We've altered this traditional brush by using nylon fiber mixed with natural bristle to use with all of today's water mediums. These little brushes will prove to be very helpful with minor touch-ups, glazing, stippling, & strie.
- Comes in a set of 4
- Description:
Description: Nylon/Bristle fiber for WATER medium
Application/Usage: basecoat; glazing; stippling in water medium
Preferred Medium: Water
Brush Ferrule/Handle: tin, wooden round short
Brush Hair Type: Natural Bristle/Nylon Blend
Brush Hold: pencil hold, Drummer's Hold
Brush Care: Water: Wash with soap
Found in Kits:
See Also:
Hair Length: 1.8"" (45mm)
Dia./width: 1.15, 1.5, 2, 2.5 inches
Brush Length:

"

How-To Brush Care Guide

Prepare your brushes for their first use - read below.

Most of our large and fine hair brushes are hand-set and made with different hairs that are tapped in a small copper cylinder before being glued into the ferrule. This is why some of the hairs are not properly affixed to the ferrule, so the brush will shed some hair the first few times you will use it.

Thick hair: examples are; badger, hog (china bristle), horse hair

Fine hair: examples are sable; squirrel, goat, skunk (fine, thin short hair)

Synthetic Fiber: examples are; taklon, samina, bordeaux, synthetic bristle

To minimize brush shedding, you should:

Wash the brush thoroughly with a mild dish soap in warm water and massage the hair to comb out the loose bristles. Rinse until there is no soap residue left in the brush.
Ring the brush out by rolling it between your hands as if you were trying to make a fire with a stick to fluff out the brush.
Let dry by hanging the brushes or lay it down at the edge of a table (a hog bristle will have a strong odor due to the bone glue used to attach the bristles. This will go away after a few washings.)

Repeat this process a few more times.

All acrylic glazes contain some sort of ammonia which attacks the structure of the natural hair. Therefore, brush maintenance and thorough repetitive cleaning as described in step 1, 2, & 3 is imperative to protect and extend the life of your brush.

Applying a few drops of ‘leave in’ conditioner is also a good idea if you’re not going to be using your brush for some time.

Dried Paint: If some acrylic glaze becomes hardened on the brush, start by removing the heaviest part with denatured alcohol then rinse with water and coat the hairs with Murphy’s Oil Soap and leave for several hours. Apply the steps again from 1, 2, & 3 so the paint will brush out easily and leave your brush as good as new. Be careful as soap left too long in the natural hair will deteriorate the flexibility of the hair.

Proper cleaning procedure

for oil/water and large or small brushes:

	Oil Medium	Water Medium
Large Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Wash brush with warm water and a lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry upside down.	Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Clean with a tiny bit of lathering soap and rinse until completely clean. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry.
Small Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Apply a generous portion of Lard to the tip of the brush and store. To reuse brush, completely thin with spirits.	Clean each small brush very carefully and gently with a tiny bit of lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry . To reshape a brush, dip it in Gum Arabic.

Detail Basecoat Brush (Nylon, Bristle) | GLZ-17D

Detail Basecoat Brush (Nylon, Bristle) | GLZ-17D

GLZ-17D_Size-30

$9.00

We've altered this traditional brush by using nylon fiber mixed with natural bristle to use with all of today's water mediums. These little brushes will prove to be very helpful with minor touch-ups, glazing, stippling, & strie.

Description: Nylon/Bristle fiber for WATER medium
Application/Usage: basecoat; glazing; stippling in water medium
Preferred Medium: Water
Brush Ferrule/Handle: tin, wooden round short
Brush Hair Type: Natural Bristle/Nylon Blend
Brush Hold: pencil hold, Drummer's Hold
Brush Care: Water: Wash with soap
Hair Length: 1.8" (45mm)
Dia./width: 1.15, 1.5, 2, 2.5 inches

How-To Brush Care Guide

Prepare your brushes for their first use - read below.

Most of our large and fine hair brushes are hand-set and made with different hairs that are tapped in a small copper cylinder before being glued into the ferrule. This is why some of the hairs are not properly affixed to the ferrule, so the brush will shed some hair the first few times you will use it.

Thick hair: examples are; badger, hog (china bristle), horse hair

Fine hair: examples are sable; squirrel, goat, skunk (fine, thin short hair)

Synthetic Fiber: examples are; taklon, samina, bordeaux, synthetic bristle

To minimize brush shedding, you should:

Wash the brush thoroughly with a mild dish soap in warm water and massage the hair to comb out the loose bristles. Rinse until there is no soap residue left in the brush.
Ring the brush out by rolling it between your hands as if you were trying to make a fire with a stick to fluff out the brush.
Let dry by hanging the brushes or lay it down at the edge of a table (a hog bristle will have a strong odor due to the bone glue used to attach the bristles. This will go away after a few washings.)

Repeat this process a few more times.

All acrylic glazes contain some sort of ammonia which attacks the structure of the natural hair. Therefore, brush maintenance and thorough repetitive cleaning as described in step 1, 2, & 3 is imperative to protect and extend the life of your brush.

Applying a few drops of ‘leave in’ conditioner is also a good idea if you’re not going to be using your brush for some time.

Dried Paint: If some acrylic glaze becomes hardened on the brush, start by removing the heaviest part with denatured alcohol then rinse with water and coat the hairs with Murphy’s Oil Soap and leave for several hours. Apply the steps again from 1, 2, & 3 so the paint will brush out easily and leave your brush as good as new. Be careful as soap left too long in the natural hair will deteriorate the flexibility of the hair.

Proper cleaning procedure

for oil/water and large or small brushes:

	Oil Medium	Water Medium
Large Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Wash brush with warm water and a lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry upside down.	Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Clean with a tiny bit of lathering soap and rinse until completely clean. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry.
Small Brushes	Prep brushes by thinning in two or more baths of spirits or until a rag runs free of paint. Apply a generous portion of Lard to the tip of the brush and store. To reuse brush, completely thin with spirits.	Clean each small brush very carefully and gently with a tiny bit of lathering soap. Shake out excess water, quickly form brush shape, and then allow to dry . To reshape a brush, dip it in Gum Arabic.