At Cass Art, we offer a wide range of natural and synthetic brushes to suit a wide variety of painting mediums such as acrylic, oil, watercolour and gouache from the best brands at the best value. So whatever style of painting you are interested in, you are sure to find the best brush sets that suites your needs. From Winsor & Newton and Pro Arte to Daler Rowney and Da Vinci, we offer the best brush ranges at affordable prices.
Cass Art Brushes, like the rest of our own-brand range, brings you very high quality at an extremely good price. We've used our expertise to bring you a great team of all-rounders in our sets and individual range. Ideal for all painting types including watercolour, gouache, oil, acrylic and more.
Winsor & Newton are world-renowned for outstanding quality and reliability. Their paint brushes are made to support artists at every stage of their creative journey.
In its 40 years Pro Arte has been responsible for many of the great advances in the manufacture of synthetic brushes, often in collaboration with practising artists.
Discover Daler-Rowney brushes, crafted for artists of all levels with precision and durability in mind whether you're working with watercolour, acrylic, or oil.
Da Vinci watercolour brushes, made in Germany, blend quality materials with expert craftsmanship. Their black sable bristles and varied shapes ensure precision and reliability.
Discover the perfect paintbrush for your artistic practice with our guide at Cass Art today. From oil and acrylic to watercolour read our guide to help you find your preference.
Pro Arte has the perfect brush to help you bring your vision to life. Join us as we take a peek behind the scenes and explore the fascinating world of brush-making at Pro Arte. Read more about the Pro Arte team
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Often called the world’s finest watercolour brush, and this is no idle boast. It was originally created for Queen Victoria, whose choice of a size 7 inspired the name, but there’s more to it than royal connections.
It’s made from the finest taper-dressed pure Kolinsky red sable hair, its nickel-plated ferrules are seamless and rustproof.
What's the difference between natural and synthetic brushes?
Natural hair brushes, typically made from hog bristle or kolinsky sable hair, are excellent for holding their shape and absorbing paint. They're ideal for oil and watercolour painting. Synthetic brushes, made from nylon or polyester, are often more affordable and easier to care for. They're a great choice for acrylic and gouache paints, and many artists find they work well with all mediums.
HOW DO I CARE FOR MY PAINT BRUSHES
Proper care will extend the life of your brushes. Here are some tips:
- Clean your brushes thoroughly after each use with the appropriate solvent for your medium (water for watercolours, brush cleaner for acrylics and oils).
- Gently reshape the bristles while they are damp.
- Store your brushes upright with the bristles facing up to allow them to dry completely.
HOW DO I CLEAN MY BRUSH IF I USE OIL/SOLVENT BASED PAINT?
Clean your oil paint brushes with solvent such as a turpentine/Sansodor to remove paint. Swish the brush, blot on paper towels, and repeat until the solvent runs clear. After optional soapy water rinse, reshape bristles and air dry flat.
WHAT ARE THE BEST BRUSHES TO USE WHEN VARNISHING?
Natural hair brushes, typically made from hog bristle or kolinsky sable hair, are excellent for holding their shape and absorbing paint. They're ideal for oil and watercolour painting. Synthetic brushes, made from nylon or polyester, are often more affordable and easier to care for. They're a great choice for acrylic and gouache paints, and many artists find they work well with all mediums.
How often should I replace my paint brushes?
Natural hair brushes, typically made from hog bristle or kolinsky sable hair, are excellent for holding their shape and absorbing paint. They're ideal for oil and watercolour painting. Synthetic brushes, made from nylon or polyester, are often more affordable and easier to care for. They're a great choice for acrylic and gouache paints, and many artists find they work well with all mediums.
