Brush Update - Different Brushes, Their Uses and My Favorites

[@nanagogo4493]

Excellent video! Thank you for such detailed information. I really appreciate that you’ve shared your experience with several brands, price points and options.

[@BorninaBarnBoutique]

Of course, I’m glad it was helpful!

[@littlebeebs1]

Ya know? I bought a similar sponge to paint with . But it was a scrubby sponge that was shaped like that . I’d considered ripping off the scrubby part . But it actually might work well as is for aging wood . 🤔

[@paulai9645]

Your videos are great! Straight and to the point and packed with information. Thank you so much!

[@BorninaBarnBoutique]

Thank you for the feedback and for watching!

[@rali_pez]

Super helpful!!! I'm starting my first piece and just ordered the Cling On F50 as my first brush! Thanks a bunch!

[@BorninaBarnBoutique]

Rali Perez so glad! Good luck! Thanks for watching!

[@frankcicero4444]

I learned a little technique from a professional painter who said always wash your brushes with cold water and when they're dry,put blue painters tape around the bristles to keep the brush in the uniform order

[@BorninaBarnBoutique]

Thanks for sharing! Hanging them upside down will have the same effect without having to tape.

[@wendypregel03]

Thank you so much for this video. I’ve been struggling to figure out good quality brushes, this definitely helped!

[@BorninaBarnBoutique]

Awesome - I am so glad it was helpful!

[@samanthajoseph-pauline8841]

Love your videos! I’m a beginner and I’m gathering tools for my first project which is a tv stand. Going off your video, I think the Wooster pro is good for me. Do you suggest using it for my primer, or should I buy a foam brush in addition? Is it easy to use with chalk paint, creating a smooth look ?

[@momof3blessingsfaithhopelo869]

Those brushes are very neat, I have never seen those fatter ones, very neat. I’m afraid of chalk painting lol. But I would love to get a good brush for painting furniture that won’t leave brush marks bc that’s so annoying!

[@BorninaBarnBoutique]

Momof3blessings FaithHope&Love very much so! Good quality synthetic brushes are your best bet for no brush strokes. 😀

[@momof3blessingsfaithhopelo869]

Born in a Barn Boutique would you recommend that big fluff brush for regular paint or only chalk? Trying to figure out a way to get in those corners of things. Also on my table top they told me to strip it and very lightly sand bc it’s basically crap material with a pine wood vineer. Paid way to much! 🤦‍♀️Anyway, would a hand palm electric sander be ok if I used like 330/400 grit on it? Or should I just stick to the old fashioned way lol

[@BorninaBarnBoutique]

@@momof3blessingsfaithhopelo869 I would only use that for furniture painting, I mean you could use it with regular paint, but its an expensive brush and sometimes household is hard to get out of brushes. As for the table top - who told you to strip it and then sand? If you are going to get a nice stain job on it, you will want to make sure you get all the finish off. 330 or 400 is way too fine. When I am worried I am going to burn through I start with 150. When you go that fine on a sandpaper, not only will it not take off the finish, if you do get it off with that eventually, that fine of a grit sandpaper will effect how the stain imparts to the wood evenly. You are not supposed to go any finer that 180 when sanding to stain (that is pretty dang smooth) :)

[@momof3blessingsfaithhopelo869]

Born in a Barn Boutique ok that’s very good to know. They told me to strip it and then lightly sand bc they arnt sure what exactly the wood is. When I picked up my java gel at a local woodcraft store I showed them the middle piece of my table. They said it did have some type of wood under the veneer or finish, but they were worried that by sanding to hard bc the finish was already “gumming” up and I could scratch it off but still see the design of the table. But I can’t sand with the grain bc it’s going in all different directions and unnatural and you can’t feel it. They said it has to be pine because it’s so soft. So they said it prob be best stripped. What would you recommend? I did get the java stain so I’m hoping it works even if I have to end up “painting it on the trim of my hutch.” Would you recommend me buying a cheaper palm electric sander bc I would like to have one to do the chairs bc I want to paint them but I know I need to remove that spray paint. Any help would be great! I wish I could insert a picture of my table top. I’m so nervous!

[@BorninaBarnBoutique]

Momof3blessings FaithHope&Love ok. Got it. I just don’t use stripper very often, but I know a lot of people do with no issues. You can email me pic at [e-mail]. I use an orbital and another one surf prep. I have never used a palm sander. If you think it’s a tool you would use often than it’s a good investment.

[@thefeatheredhag4279]

Very informative, thank you for sharing 😊

[@BorninaBarnBoutique]

The Feathered Hag absolutely! 😀

[@mandygoodworth9609]

Have you tried any of the Dixie Belle brushes? Just wondering what your opinion is of that line and how they compare to the Cling On brushes.

[@mandygoodworth9609]

Asking because I used a DB brush with the fusion mineral paint and it caused a ton of brush strokes & I absolutely hate brush strokes.

[@BorninaBarnBoutique]

Hi, I have nit used DB brushes. If they are natural bristle brushes you will get a more hand painted look with more brushstroke - just ensure for a smoother finish, you are using synthetic brushes

[@mandygoodworth9609]

@@BorninaBarnBoutique They are all synthetic brushes.

[@mandygoodworth9609]

Also, do you have an updated discount code for the cling on brushes since I’m just now seeing this video.

[@BorninaBarnBoutique]

No they only issued it to me at the time of this video, they don’t give them out indefinitely unfortunately 😀

[@traciramirez6065]

Great video. Do you maintain the cling on brushes in water? Thanks

[@BorninaBarnBoutique]

Traci Ramirez yes I do!

[@tylerpcriner9406]

Hi, why do you keep your brushes in water? Don't they lose their shape? Do their bristles bend? Thanks for your channel. :)

[@BorninaBarnBoutique]

Tyler P Criner The cling on brushes are the ones I store in water. The company says they are designed to be used and stored wet. They say when not using the brush to store in water with just the tips submersed. It not only helps keep the brush the cleanest, keeps the bristles in tact (not losing shape or fanning out) but prolongs the life of the brush. I have done it since I have had all of mine and I can attest to the process - it works!

[@turbo2216]

Is the wide ClingOn a B10 or B12?

[@BorninaBarnBoutique]

It’s the B10

[@margaretstires9697]

Can you use the Cling On brushes with regular latex paint?

[@BorninaBarnBoutique]

Latex is water based and synthetic-bristle brushes are recommended for water-based latex paints.Cling On! brushes are made from specially developed, designed and manufactured synthetic fibers. Its main component is a high quality nylon fiber filament with durability of 5 to 9 times higher than common polyester fiber brushes.

[@cynthiagwelch5274]

What brand of quality foam brushes do you prefer? Thanks in advance!

[@BorninaBarnBoutique]

Shado Jake I buy mine from my local woodworking store - Rockler. Unfortunately they don’t have a brand name on them. But I have found ones that come from (dollar store, harbor freight and Home Depot) aren’t as good quality.

[@itsmeamanda01]

darn it I missed out on the coupon code!

[@BorninaBarnBoutique]

I know it! I am trying to get another one! I'll let you know if I do!

[@sarahmiller3990]

@@BorninaBarnBoutique Me too, please.

[@BorninaBarnBoutique]

Sarah Miller my coupon code expired, they only give out a new one if I am promoting.

[@josephbaca6372]

What do you call topcoating and do I need it for a new tabletop I just painted?

[@BorninaBarnBoutique]

Hi. Im not sure I understand your question - “what do you call topcoating”? On high use surfaces such as table tops, I would suggest a top coat for added durability for sure.

[@josephbaca6372]

@@BorninaBarnBoutique I watched another vid of yours and you answered my question. I just finished sanding and repainting my kitchen table Mexican style and I think I will definitely need a protective coat - I'm just scared to ruin my finish as I already had to resend out brush marks and repaint. I think I'll use the General Finish High Performance - is that correct?

[@josephbaca6372]

Great vida by the way thanks

[@BorninaBarnBoutique]

@@josephbaca6372 thank you! if you are going over a painted surface - I would use GF high performance top coat (my preference). If it’s a stained surface - I like their arm r seal

[@josephbaca6372]

@@BorninaBarnBoutique perfect - thank you and I will let you know haha

[@MephProduction]

my Staalmeesters always bloom like a flower after a couple if goes/cleans any tips on how i can prevent that? it seems expensive brushes don't last that long :(

[@Feeney20091]

Use an elastic band halfway down the bristles after cleaning. If you let them dry without this, the bristles will fan out and splay. Alternatively, wrap in cling film but please don't use tape or anything with adhesive. I follow this procedure with all of my best brushes and they last much much longer. Good luck.

[@MephProduction]

@@Feeney20091 I have tried that and it didn't work, but i suspect the damage had already been done. Currently i keep the elastic band on while using which has made a difference. The problem seems to be using them in modern hybrid paints, as they dry too quickly in the brush, but tough enough so you can't clean them properly. When i start a new one i'll make sure it elastic it up straight away.

[@Feeney20091]

@@MephProduction also could it be too much pressure on the brush when painting / cleaning? Also something I've noticed with acrylic / water based paints (on my cheaper brushes) is the ends seem to split. I've not noticed it with the more expensive brushes but it's really annoying, not sure if you've found this.

[@MephProduction]

@@Feeney20091 Yeah cheaper brushes would split, i was advises to wet them first as it helps prevent the paint drying too quickly inside the brush. i've also started to rinse them in water though out the day, maybe every hour or 90 minutes which has helped. I'm determined not to return to oil based for interior work,

[@lorimartin2612]

Can you recommend a certain Cling On brush to get me started? I’ve just started chalk painting some furniture and the brush I used on a big dresser and mirror and a small desk was garbage and is now in the garbage haha. I really want a Cling On but there are so many different ones. I just want to buy one for now that I can use all the time to paint with.

[@BorninaBarnBoutique]

Hi thank you for watching. My first one and my favorite - I have 3, is the Cling On F50. Its pretty universal and can be used with different size pieces. It's my go to and I use all the time time

[@rosemaryflee]

Do you ever use a roller?

[@BorninaBarnBoutique]

Rosemary Lee no I don’t! I’m not a big fan. I know people that have and like it. For me just didn’t care for the finish.

[@rosemaryflee]

Ok, thank you. I haven't painted anything in years and a lot of paints have changed as well as how to apply them. I am a mere novice!!! Your videos have brought this novice up to speed!!! Lol!

[@BorninaBarnBoutique]

Rosemary Lee your welcome! Thank you for watching! Have fun!

[@kristinasara9450]

Do you get the nylon or polyester/nylon blend with the Wooster?

[@BorninaBarnBoutique]

So either will work - both are made with exclusive filaments. I like the Wooster Pro