Brushes

Fit For The Job 12 pc Artists Paint Brush Set - Colour Handles

FFJABS02
  • 12 piece art brush starter set ideal for applying watercolours, inks, acrylics and other fluid paints
  • 100% super soft goat hair that gives high absorption with even, consistent flow throughout the stroke and crafted to a fine point for controlled, precise application
  • Sizes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 that range from ultra fine point brushes for precision detailing through to wider brushes for broader strokes and filling in areas
  • Long handles with a slimline design for a comfortable, steady grip and coloured to enable easy recognition

Product details

This 12 piece set is ideal as an art starter set, featuring a range of super soft goat hair brushes that give broader strokes through to fine detail and are suitable for many common art paints including watercolours, inks, acrylics and other fluid paints.

What size paint brush should I use?

Match the brush to the surface. A 0.5 to 1 inch brush suits narrow window frames and fiddly details, 1.5 to 2 inch brushes suit skirting boards, doors and frames, as well as cutting in, and 3 to 4 inch brushes are best for larger flat areas. If you're not sure, a set such as the 5 pc Loss Free Paint Brush Set gives you a choice of sizes in one pack.

How do I stop brush marks and loose bristles spoiling my finish?

Load the brush a third of the way up the bristles, apply in long, even strokes, then finish with light strokes in one direction. A quality brush makes a real difference. The Diamond Paint Brush is a great choice for a smooth finish, and our No Bristle Loss Paint Brush is made to stop stray bristles ending up in your paintwork.

What's the best brush for cutting in?

A cutting in brush has an angled tip that lets you paint a neat line along ceilings, skirting and window frames. Try the Diamond Cutting In Brush or the No Bristle Loss Cutting In Brush.

What should I use to paint large walls or exterior surfaces with a brush?

A wide brush holds more paint and covers big areas faster. The 4" Wall Brush and 4" Emulsion Block Brush are built for walls, including rougher surfaces where a fine brush would wear out quickly.

How do I paint a fence or shed quickly?

Use a wide brush to hold plenty of treatment, and work along the length of each board, following the grain. Finish a whole board before moving on to avoid lap marks. The 4" Shed & Fence Brush is made for this, and the Woodcare Brush is ideal for garden furniture and smaller wooden items.

How should I clean and store my brushes?

For water-based paints, rinse in warm soapy water until it runs clear. For oil-based paints, use white spirit or brush cleaner, then wash with soapy water. Reshape the bristles and dry the brush flat or hanging, never resting on its bristles. Keep a separate brush for wood stains and treatments, as they can be hard to clean out fully.

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