The Importance of Buying Quality Brushes for Commercial Painting Applications




When searching for the right equipment for a commercial or industrial painting job, there can be a tendency to simply opt for the cheapest available in order to make the project more profitable. Spending good money on paint brushes can seem like an unnecessary expense, however, that’s usually down to not know what buying quality really gives you.



It is worth spending out on a top-quality paintbrush and that’s something we look at now. A premium brush will invariably result in higher-quality commercial painting being provided and less effort being needed to get it done. Let’s take a look now at why that is the case.



Synthetic Versus Natural Bristles



There are two basic types of bristle to choose from when selecting your ideal brushes, which are Natural and Synthetic also known as ‘China Bristles’, natural bristles are actually fashioned from the hair of Chinese hogs. These are further divided up into two further categories: white and black China bristle paint brushes.



When using oil based stains and paints on a commercial painting project, you’ll need to go for the black variety, whereas white bristles are better for shellac, lacquer and polyurethane due to the fact that they offer a smoother finish. When working with water-based paints, it’s better to go for synthetic bristles, as natural fibres absorb moisture and end up losing their shape.



Synthetic bristles, however, are compatible with both oil and water-based paints and are typically created from a blend of nylon and polyester. These are the go-to choice if you’re using a water-based industrial coating or paint, with higher-quality varieties coming with ‘flagged’ or ‘sanded’ tips in order for more paint to be held.



When you get a better quality paint brush of either type, it will usually hold more paint, resulting in an increase in the speed of your work and less time wasted time going to and from the tin. Also, due to their build quality, you’re less likely to have bristles falling out and ruining your paint job.



The Handle & The Ferrule Are Also Important



When discussing the wisdom of buying better quality synthetic or natural bristle paint brushes for your industrial painting project, what you also need to consider is the standard of the handle and the ferrule (the metal band that attaches the bristles to the brush). This is another place where you’ll find a tangible difference between the cheaper and more expensive options.



Higher quality paint brushes will have a brass-plated or stainless steel ferrule that when looked after will remain rust-free. You’ll also normally see that the ferrule is glued on with cheaper types, rather than being riveted or screwed on. Premium brushes will typically have a wooden handle, rather than a plastic one, meaning it’s less likely to slip out of your hand when working.



Getting the Right Sized Brushes for the Job



Another factor that should be considered when deciding on the ideal brushes for your needs is whether the commercial painting job is big or small. For instance, if you’re involved in a large industrial floor painting project, you’re going to need bigger brushes for time-efficiency purposes.



You’ll also need to think about whether you need angled brushes for those hard-to-reach areas. It’s basically a matter of envisaging the job in your mind, so as to arrive with the appropriate equipment.



The Best Brushes Often Result in the Best Quality



Essentially, the best brushes for your commercial painting efforts will depend much on the job in question and the substances being used. There’s little doubt that buying better quality brushes is a great idea, as they’ll usually last much longer than cheaper types because they’re created with better materials and better manufactured.



In addition to saving you money in the long run due to not having to keep replacing them, quality brushes will generally be easier to use and hold more paint, meaning your productivity goes up. Just make sure that you’ve got the right brushes for the right job and you’ll likely soon see the wisdom of investing in quality.


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