Description

Paint Craft Synthetic Brushes are a 100% Synthetic filament brush with plated ferrule and painted handle. Available in 5 sizes individually, or in a set of 4 (25mm, 38mm, 50mm and 75mm). A set of synthetic craft brushes is highly versatile and, due to the durable nature of man-made fibres like nylon or taklon, they are best suited for projects involving acrylics, watercolours, gouache, oils and  crafting. They are durable, affordably priced and have the ability to maintain their shape, making them ideal for beginners and professionals alike. Please note: These are general purpose brushes only. Note the size of each brush and whether it will be applicable to your work. Try also Craft Foam Sponge Brushes.

What to use your Paint Craft Synthetic Brushes for:

1. Acrylic Painting

• Synthetic brushes are a great choice for acrylic painting.
• Withstanding Heavy Paint: Synthetic bristles are robust enough to handle the thick consistency of heavy-body acrylic paints.
• Stiffness & Control: They offer superior stiffness, allowing you to create sharp edges, control layering, and produce smooth finishes with minimal brush marks.
• Easy Clean-up: Acrylic paint is notoriously fast-drying and harsh on natural hair, whereas synthetic brushes withstand frequent washing and resist degradation from the paint’s alkaline nature.

2. Watercolours & Gouache

• High-quality synthetic brushes are excellent for specific techniques.
• Lifting Technique: They are excellent for lifting colour off the paper.
• Gouache: The opaque, thick nature of gouache works well with the firmer, snappy feel of synthetic bristles

3. Oil Painting (Blending & Smooth Finishes)

• Smooth Blending: Softer synthetic brushes are excellent for creating seamless gradients and smooth blending. These synthetic brushes are better for creating textured brushstrokes.
• Glazing: Their ability to create a smooth, streak-free surface makes them ideal for applying glazes.

4. Specialized Crafting & Hobby Projects

• Mixed Media & Gesso: Great for applying harsh gesso, textures, or for gluing.

Benefits of Synthetic Craft Brushes

• Durability: They are resilient and resistant to damage from abrasive surfaces.
• Cost-Effective: Generally cheaper than natural hair, making them excellent for beginner kits.
• Cruelty-Free: Made entirely of non-animal materials (nylon/polyester).
• Shape Retention: They rarely lose their shape when properly maintained.