...
 

Magna Brush™

Natural bristle brushes can be used with oil based paints and varnishes. But, since natural bristles absorb water, they’re not a good choice for use with latex paints. Natural bristles absorb water in latex paint, eventually making the brush soft, floppy and unmanageable. Therefore it is recommended to use synthetic bristle brushes with latex paint.

Quality paint brushes as is the Magna Brush™ should have long bristles firmly attached to the handle by a brass collar or ferrule. Flagged or split ends, help silken each stroke and reduce brush lines.

All about Paint Brushes

Magna Brush™ is highly efficient for painting all areas – small, medium and large – and for all types of paint.  A poor brush, however, will result in a poor finish.

Filaments used in paint brushes are hog bristle and other animal bristles, as well as manmade filaments (both tapered and level), including nylon, polyester and other level synthetics. Tapered polyester filaments are recommended for all paints. They do not absorb water or lose resiliency as do natural bristles and nylon. Natural bristles work well only with oil-based paints.  Nylon can be used with latex paints or oil-based paints.

The Magna Brush™ has a high percentage of bristles with flagged (split) ends, which is important for holding and spreading paint. The better the flagging, the more paint a brush will hold and the fewer the brush marks left on the painted surface.

Magna Brush™ also has filaments that vary in length for smooth flow and application of paint Bristles on the brushes used for precision painting, such as sash brushes, should be “tipped”. They have pointed ends, allowing more precise control of the paint.

China hog bristle is the best natural filament to use with oil paints. China hog bristle can be used “Only” with oil-based paints, because it absorbs water and becomes loose and floppy. It does not have the long wearability of polyester and nylon brushes.

Nylon bristles should be used with latex paints, and tapered polyester for all paints, including oil, latex, varnish, lacquers, shellac and marine finishes.

Not like the Magna Brush™, inexpensive brushes contain little filament and are made from the poorest-quality hog bristle or from level (not tapered) synthetics. Level synthetics flag poorly, if at all. The end product is a poor painting tool.

Nylon and polyester (the best synthetics) are tipped, flagged, and tapered individually during manufacturing. The Magna Brush™ is made with multiple sizes of tapered filaments similar to pure bristle brushes. The flag is maintained during long use. Generally, the longer and thicker the brush made of tapered nylon or tapered polyester, the quicker the job will be done.

Synthetic hog bristle can be used with all paints. Like other quality synthetic brushes, the bristles are individually tipped, flagged and tapered.

The Magna Brush™ is made of tapered filament, either natural or synthetic. Normal bristle or filament lengths for general household use include: 1” wide brush, length out of the ferrule 2” to 2-1/4”, 1-1/2” and 2” wide brush, length out of ferrule2-1/4” to 2-3/4”, 2-1/2” and 3” wide brush, length out of ferrule 2-1/2” to 3” and 3-3/4”, 4” wide brushes, length out of ferrule 3” to 3-3/4”.  Flatting brushes 4”-6”, 3-1/4” to 4” length out of ferrule are used to apply paints to ceilings, cellars and other large areas.

Also Magna Brush™ is thicker at the ferrule and has a smaller wood plug or divider in the ferrule to spread the bristle and allow for more paint-holding capacity. Inexpensive brushes have wide plugs and reduced amounts of bristle.

Choosing the Right Magna Brush™

·          For successful painting projects, use the correct brush to fit the job. Magna Brush™ comes in various sizes and styles to meet your specific needs.

·          Ceilings, floors, Chimneys, shingles, boats and pools. Choose a wall brush, 7/8” to 1” thick and 3” to 4” wide, flatting brushes are preferred and are ideal for large areas.

·          Cupboards, floors, eaves, large pipes, picket fences and table tops. Choose a flat varnish or flat sash brush, 2” to 3” wide. For window sashes, we suggest a 1-1/2” or 2” angular trim brush.

·          Trellises, radiators, metal furniture, ladders, garden tools and small windows. Choose 1” or 1-1/2” sash brush. For small window sashes, choose 1” or 1-1/2” angular trim brush. Automotive repainting, choose a 2-1/2” soft hair flowing style brush, such as quality nylon.

Care for your Magna Brush™

1.       Clean your Magna Brush™ immediately after use, before paint has a chance to harden. Use proper solvent for oil-based paint, for latex-based paints, clean with warm, soap or detergent water solution. If brush does not clean thoroughly, clean in paint thinner and rewash in a warm detergent solution.

2.       Comb wet bristles with a metal comb.

3.       If you’re Magna Brush™ is to be stored for long periods, return it to the pouch supplied with your brush or wrap it in foil or heavy paper, with bristles smooth and flat.

4.       Do not allow any brush to stand on end in either paint or water.

5.       Do not soak a Magna Brush™ in water, it will damage either the filament or the epoxy setting and cause the ferrule to rust.

“IT STICKS TO THE TIN”