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How to Choose a Paintbrush
By: Joe Truini
Need a paintbrush? Really, there are just two things you need to know. (DepositPhotos)
Here are some tips to help you choose the right paintbrush for your painting job:
- The size of the brush used is based on how large a space you’re painting.
- Choose either natural or synthetic bristle brushes when applying oil-based paint.
- Use only a synthetic bristle brush when applying water-based (latex) paint.
Watch this video to find out more.
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kent Says:
July 2nd, 2019 at 3:25 pm
you need to buy a special brush that does not show brush marks when painting with a latex paint. Menards sells a ” nylox ” brushes
SANDY Says:
January 1st, 2018 at 1:27 pm
I PAINTED MY DOOR WHITE AND YOU CAN SEE THE PAINT BRISTLE MARKS DO I NEED TO RE SAND THEM AND PAINT THEM AGAIN.. i WANT TO PAINT THEM DARK…STILL LOOKING FOR THAT PAINT JODIE MARKS SHOWED THAT WAS GEL AND YOU DID NOT HAVE TO STIR…