Paint Brush DNA
Paint Brush DNA
The DNA of a paint brush is simple but important to know when choosing the right brush for your job.
- Handle
A raw timber handle will absorb moisture when used which will cause the natural grain of the wood to raise. This provides a natural grip and reduces cramps. Coated handles prevent moisture from being absorbed, making it difficult to grip for long painting sessions. - Ferrule
High quality pins and ferrules are made from stainless steel to prevent rust and increase durability. Premium epoxy resin is used to bond the filament to the ferrule. Timber wedges are inserted to support the filament and enable the brush to maintain its shape. A brush that holds its shape provides an accurate painting result. Monarch Advance ferrules have an aluminum insert embedded in epoxy resin to guarantee no filament loss. - Filament
Pure Bristle is a natural fibre ideal for use with oil/enamel paints.
Synthetic filament is ideal for use with both oil and water-based paints.
Blended Filament combines the benefits of natural and synthetic filament for unique applications.
Paint Brush Types
Paint Brush
Standard shaped handle with thicker ferrule to hold more paint than any other brush type.
Ideal for painting walls, doors, furniture & broad areas.
Mini Cutter
Short handle allows for more control in tight areas while the angled filament allows for easier cutting in.
Ideal for edging windows, door frames, skirting and moulding.
Wall Brush
Slightly thinner than a standard paint brush to be lighter and easier to use.
Ideal for painting walls, doors, furniture & broad areas.
Oval Angle Sash Cutter
Longer handle allows for greater flexibility and control while the angled filament allows for easier cutting in.
Ideal for edging windows, door frames & corners.
Sash Cutter
Longer handle allows for greater flexibility and control of the brush.
Ideal for edging windows, door frames & corners.
Oval Brush
Similar to the standard paint brush with an oval ferrule meant to hold more paint.
Ideal for painting walls, doors, furniture & broad areas.
Angle Sash Cutter
The long handle gives greater flexibility and control while the angled filament allows for easier cutting in.
Ideal for edging windows, door frames & internal corners.
Oval Cutter
Longer handle allows for greater flexibility and control of the brush while the oval shape holds more paint.
Ideal for edging windows, door frames & corners.
How To Choose a Painting Brush
Stiff or Soft
The stiffness of the bristles makes a difference in the finish.
The Perfect Handle
Gourd Handle
Ergonomic design that reduces stress on the wrist and hand whilst painting. A traditional shape that is featured in our ExperTech Hog Bristle and Detail & Finishing range of brushes.
Short Handle
Featured in our mini cutter brushes and Monarch Cutting in & Framing range of brushes, this shorter handle provides greater precision when painting small spaces such as corners, trims & detail areas.
Flat Beavertail Handle
This shape is rounded and slightly flattened to fit perfectly into the palm of the hand whilst painting.
Square Handle
Square shaped handle with bevelled corners is featured mainly in trim or sash brushes and is comfortable to hold when painting.
Rat Tail Handle
Square shaped handle with bevelled corners is featured mainly in trim or sash brushes and is comfortable to hold when painting.
6 Common Types of Handles
Rounded and thin, a long handle is easy to hold like a pencil giving great control & precision when cutting in & painting tricky spaces.
Wall or Sash (Trim)
WALL brushes are for longer strokes and help you cover more surface which makes them perfect for painting walls or ceilings. They have thicker bristles or filaments to hold more paint. Wall brushes are also designed with larger, thicker handles to reduce fatigue and assist in getting a nice long, smooth paint stroke.
SASH brushes are designed to be used on all the trim areas of the house like doors, windows, door frames, skirting boards, gutters, etc. They have less filament or bristles than a wall brush and therefore don’t hold as much paint, allowing greater precision and control.
Angled brushes are also available, these do everything a straight edge sash or trim brush will do, but some people prefer the control an angled filament gives them.
Size and Style
Small or Sample Pot size brushes
Small or Sample Pot size brushes are ideal for detail work and tight spaces such as skirtings, corners or windows. These brushes are also suitable for use with sample pot paints when testing out new paint colours.
Sash style brushes
Small or Sample Pot size brushes are ideal for detail work and tight spaces such as skirtings, corners or windows. These brushes are also suitable for use with sample pot paints when testing out new paint colours.
Angular style brushes
Angular style brushes are designed to assist in painting straight edges when cutting in and painting trims & skirting. These brushes are also great for getting into small corners & tricky spaces.
Large Wall or Paint brushes
Large Wall or Paint brushes are good for large areas, such as weatherboards, fences and brickwork. Best used when a detailed finish is not required.
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