Are you wondering what is the best paint brush for ceilings, walls, and trims? What paint brush is best for acrylic paint? What paint brush is best for oil based paint?
Well we have them all. It's important to have quality paint brushes to make you job easier. The synthetic filament makes for easy paint flow, less brush stroke lines and easy clean up. Synthetic filament brushes lose less bristle too!
Use one of the angle cutters to use against edges and for cutting in against ceiling cornices or along skirting boards. These brushes give you a sharp line and generally have a finer tip.
Use one of the opal cutter style brushes for straight edge cutting in. The opal cutters are more rounded and have a shorter bristle but have a fine tip. Great for detailed cutting in.
Use one of the sash cutters for the longer bristle and straight edge cutting in. Most sash cutters have a square end tip and often have a longer bristle
The synthetic or nylon bristles are best for water based paints. These paint brushes allow the paint to flow off the brush and they also leave less brush strokes behind. They are also easier to clean and can be used again and again if cleaned well with warm soapy water.
Use any of the nylon paint brushes that are here on our webstore. You just need to make sure you have some Turps handy if you want to clean the brush for next use.
Hog Bristle brushes were once the "go to paint brush" for oil based enamels however the nylon and synthetic options are now just as popular and more readily available. Hog bristle brushes were known for bristle loss until they got used a few times. Black paint brush bristles dried onto your gloss enamel paint finish are a thing of the past!
Can I Paint Over Wallpaper?
Some wallpapers are made for painting over and others should be removed prior to painting. If wallpaper will not come off the wall and is not lifting at the seams, and in good condition, we would suggest sanding the wall first and applying an undercoat to assist adhesion. Using an undercoat first will also cover the colour. You can then apply your chosen wall paint. If in doubt, ask us.
Can I Paint Over Tiles?
Yes you can but with the correct products and with proper preparation. We would suggest speaking with our team about the steps to take and the products to use. Adhesion of the undercoats are imperative for a succesful result. Ask us!
How Do I Check If I Have Water Based or Oil Based Paint On My Surfaces?
Grab some Methylated Spirits (Metho) and using a clean cloth, wet the cloth with metho and rub the surface. If you can rub some of the paint off that means it's water based. If you can't then it means it is oil based. If you can't get a result, then as our Crocker's saying goes: "When in doubt, undercoat it!"
Do I Need To Clean Mould Off Before I paint?
Yes you do. Mould is unhealthy for the paint and for us humans as well so it must go! Bleach can whiten the surface but it doesn't kill mould spores. We will recommend a mould killer that will kill the mould overnight. The mould can then be removed by rinsing. If mould stains are still present we might suggest you undercoat with an oil based undercoat before applying your top coat. Bring in some photos and ask us!
