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4 Must-Have Types of Brushes for wood finishing
COLLECTING WOODWORKING TOOLS is undeniably fun.Good finishing tools make iteasier to apply good finishes,which both improves myenjoyment of woodworkingand produces a superior result.
When you choose a finishing brush,consider the task you want to perform.For example,when you are applying varnish,you’ll get the best results by using a varnish brush,rather than a paint brush.A varnish brush is designed and constructed to be used with thin finishes such as oil-based polyurethane,shellac and lacquer;paint brushes are designed to apply much thicker material.The best varnish brushes have veryfine natural bristles that are relatively short and densely packed.A 2″ wide brush is the most versatile size.
Redtree and Grammercy natural bristle varnish brushes are my favorites.Redtree 2″ brushes cost less than $20,about the same as a paint brush of comparable size and quality.Gramercy brushes cost twice as much,but they’re made by hand and are worth every penny.
A sash brush is a round,tapered natural bristle brush that is uniquely suited for evenly applying finishes to uneven surfaces such as shaped moldings orcarvings.I keep a range of sizes ready for use.Sash brushes are available at art materials stores.
A synthetic bristle brush,made with Taklon nylon bristles,is an excellent choice for water based materials.
Disposable brushes are indispensible:No cleaning required!Chip brushes(natural bristle)are useful for applying both stains and finishes(although they do shed bristles).Foam brushes work well on flat surfaces.However,shellac and lacquer will dissolve them.
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