Monthly Archives: November 2014

A bad workman blames his tools, or so the old proverb goes. But even the best workman (or workwoman) will struggle if they're using the wrong tools for the job. So before you start slapping on that expensive paint with the first paintbrush that comes to hand, make sure you brush up on the basics of choosing the right painting tools for your task.

Let's start with a simple question. What should your brush be made of?

Synthetic or Bristle Paintbrushes?

Trade 1st stock both traditional bristle paintbrushes and more modern synthetic paintbrushes – and with good reason.