Hello all,
I’m a new subscriber to FSM ( a couple of weeks only. ).I’m beginning to acquire some tools, and have a question about paint brushes. Does a nylon or a nylon/synthetic blend of bristles stand up to the solvents in enamel or laquer based modeling paints, or would it be best to stick with natural bristles such as red sable? Appreciate any info out there.
ronj
The red sables are better for enamels and lacquers; the synthetic ones are better for those that are milder–acrylics, water colors, etc. And your’re right, the solvents tend to attack the synthetics quicker. You can also use red sable to apply fine amounts of liquid glue. Good luck on your tool acquisition. You might want to try out the armor forum–there’s a good discussion going on about Dremel tools and accessories!
Gip Winecoff
I use the brushes from my daughters Crayola water colors. They are natural hair and work great with my acrylics. You can even get them seperate in a 5 pack of various sizes.
ronj;
I use three sets of brushes;
One set for acrylics - usually golden nylon, [:(]don’t use these types with oils or enamels as the tinners will effect them).
One set for enamels - usually sable hair type.
0ne set for oils - usually red sable and of a high quality.
Buy the best quality brushes that you can and look after them, it can be worth it in the long term.
Ronj, after thoroughly cleaning any brush, shape the tip with your finger to its natural state. If at all possible hang them, bristles down for storage. Dont let the weight of the brush push against the bristles when stored or they distort the tip. Any brush if cleaned and stored properly will last a long time.
Thanx for all the info guys. You’ve covered all the bases and then some. Appreciate it!
ronj