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I have never worked with Mod Podge, so what kind of a brush should I use to apply it? I know, dumb question, but I am new to the game!

Janet Pizaro · Answer

Nothing is a dumb question.I used a sponge brush on my project as it helps spread the glue around.

Stephanie Johnson · Answer

Think of mod podge as clear acrylic paint. So you can literally use anything depending on what type of strokes you want in it. If you want a painting effect use paint brushes. You can use any type of some as well. For a smoother finish use a regular chiselled sponge brush. For more texture apply in thicker layers, let dry, then apply more layers and repeat until desired effect is accomplished. BTW you can use Elmer's glue instead of mod podge  as well! Whichever way you go test it out first to make sure you have the right look. Hope this helps! 😊

Stephanie Johnson · Answer

Sorry for they typo.... You can use any type of sponge* as well.

MN Mom · Answer

Sponge brushes work great for a smooth texture. If you want more texutre for your craft, try using a brush. I agree with Stephanie that regular Elmer's school glue works great too as it dries clear and is less expensive!

Linda · Answer

Just about any kind of brush will work. Just be sure to clean it up with soap and water when you are done.

Mary Proffitt · Answer

sponge brush gives a smoother application

Linda · Answer

I've always used a sponge brush.

Sharon Seiber · Answer

I appreciate the answers, especially about the Elmer's glue. I am covering a stand in my son's bathroom with a vinyl paper, so any other suggestions about application is always helpful for a newbie!

Carol Walters · Answer

Ssponge/foam applicators work the best, take your time and you will have streak-free mod podge

LD · Answer

Here's a link to an 'How To'.

Sharon Seiber · Answer

All these wonderful women taking their time to help a 'newbie'.

Snapoutofit · Answer

I use those inexpensive foam brushes. Life is too short to have to rinse out modge podge from a brush.

Heather Pauley · Answer

Hi! Not a dumb question at all. I don't use a brush at all but instead use a sponge 'brush'. It doesn't leave stroke marks. Hope that helps!

Sharon Seiber · Answer

I went out and got a package of sponge brushes from Dollar tree, and 2 bottles of Elmers. Got the Mod Poge a couple of days ago, so hope I am good to go! heh heh Thanks everyone!

Diane Blank · Answer

I have used all sizes and types of brushes successfully. I select each brush based on the size of the project. I even have used my good artist paint brushes. As long as you do not allow them to dry with the mod podge on it and clean them thoroughly they will be just fine. My stiffer artist brushes do a much better job when I am using material vs paper. Have fun!

Sharon Seiber · Answer

I will, Diane, and thanks!

Sharon Seiber · Answer

All great answers.

Libbie B · Answer

Cheap foam brushes work well and are inexpensive.

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