Mona Lisa - Brush Cleaning Fluid

Brush Cleaning Fluid

Dissolve dried paint and restore bristle flexibility in one step

Synthetic brushes break down when paint residue hardens in the ferrule; natural hair becomes brittle when stripped of oils. This cleaning fluid addresses both problems simultaneously. The formula dissolves dried paint, varnish, and enamel without harsh solvents that degrade bristles, while conditioning agents restore flexibility to natural fibers and maintain synthetic filament integrity.

Pour enough to submerge bristles completely, work the fluid through from ferrule to tip, then rinse clean. Stubborn paint deposits that resist standard cleaning methods respond to this fluid's deeper penetration. The conditioning component matters most for sable and other natural hair brushes, moisture and suppleness return to fibers that conventional solvents would leave parched and prone to splitting.

Regular use between painting sessions prevents the gradual paint accumulation that ruins brush performance. Your brushes maintain their spring and point formation rather than gradually stiffening into unusable tools. The fluid works equally well on oil painting brushes and those used for oil-based varnishes or enamels, making it practical for artists who work across multiple techniques requiring oil-compatible materials.

Brushes

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Brush Types

Bright Brushes - Short, flat bristles with square edges. Perfect for short, controlled strokes and detail work in oil and acrylic painting.

Flat Brushes - Long, flat bristles for broad strokes and washes. Essential for covering large areas and creating smooth backgrounds.

Round Brushes - Pointed tips for fine detail work and line drawing. Versatile brushes suitable for most painting techniques.

Filbert Brushes - Oval-shaped bristles that combine the control of rounds with the coverage of flats. Ideal for blending and soft edges.

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