The Best Way To Clean Paint Brushes
A question I get asked quite often is “how do you clean your paint brushes”? I found a way that’s simple and effective and I’m going to show you how to do it!
My favorite brushes are the Purdy XL Cub. They have a slight angle so I use them on all kinds of projects. They are the perfect size and shape and fit really nice in my hand.
So you use the brush, but how do you clean it?
It’s simple! You run it under warm water until the water runs clear. I run my fingers through the bristles to help get all the paint out. Knock off the excess water, then let it air dry.
A tip I learned more recently is in case of a crusty brush, soak your brush in Krud Kutter. Fill a jar up to the level of the bristles and let it soak overnight. It'll break up dried paint, top coat, whatever may be stuck in the bristles. Then run it under warm water and to clean it. This will keep your paint brush clean and lasting for a long time!
And how do you clean oil base products out of brushes??
You don’t!
Whenever I use an oil based product I use an old t-shirt or a cheap chip brush. I don’t feel bad tossing them when I’m finished. No cleaning necessary. If you really have to clean it, pull out your paint thinner.
This my friends is how I wash my brushes and keep them nice and ready for painting. Take care of these little brushes (or any synthetic bristle brush) and it will last you for years!
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