Paint Brushes

[Joe_Cole]

I've just been using a new Harris paint brush branded as a "No Loss" brush. Superb. Very easy to use, gives a good finish, very easy to clean. I'm most impressed. It has synthetic bristles and, true to its name, doesn't loose them. Needless to say it costs more than other brushes!

I've only used it on varnish down below, but I'm a convert.

Just thought I'ld mention it.

 

[Thistle]

As an alternative, try foam paint pads. I was a sceptic until I tried them - now a convert. Cheap, don't shed bristles and you throw them away after use so don't waste time cleaning up.

I got them from here. (No connection other than as a satisfied customer.)

 

[anglo_saxon]

having used countless different types of brushes over the years none have come close to the purdy range.
these are now thankfully widely supplied in decorating trade shops.
when working on my topsides i had the time to try many types including the foam pads.
the 4" sprig elite out shone the lot.
for years i have insisted that my painters all use purdy brushes even for external decorating.

 

[aitchw]

Me too. Totally satisfied with them, brushes and supplier.

 

[alienzdive]

Paint pads are good for DIY, sometimes cowboy professional painters use them too. They are convinient and easy to use, but the finish is not as good as a good brush finish.

Purdys brushes are a top brush too, and generally any Harris tool including the brushes are a reasonably good quality too.