Winsor & Newton Professional Watercolour Synthetic Brush, Round #8 | Synthetic Bristle Blend, Excellent Colour Carrying Capacity, Resilient Spring, Shape Retention

• INNOVATIVE SYNTHETIC BRISTLE BLEND - After rigorous artist testing, the best blend of synthetic bristles offers the quality and performance you’d typically see in a natural sable brush. The Professional Watercolour Synthetic Sable brush delivers excellent colour carrying capacity, the ability to make a variety of marks and resilient spring and shape retention.
• ERGONOMIC, SCULPTED HANDLE - The unique Winsor & Newton sculpted handle with a matt finish provides the ultimate comfort and control while painting. The central dip on this short handled brush allows the brush to sit comfortably in your hand while the second curve of the brush handle allows for different painting positions.
• EXCELLENT COLOUR CARRYING CAPACITY - This unique blend of synthetic bristles has been developed to replicate the colour carrying capacity of a natural sable brush. With colour flowing evenly and consistently, the brush allows for flowing brush strokes.
• RESILIENT SPRING & SHAPE RETENTION - The brush heads snap back into shape during use with the right degree of spring to allow for superior control between brush and surface.
• FSC CERTIFIED - Of the 31 available brushes in the Professional Watercolour Synthetic Sable range, 29 are 100% FSC certified. The Birchwood used for the handle is obtained from sustainable sources and ongoing consideration is given to the growth of responsible forest management.

• Prepare the Brush — Before first use, gently rinse the brush in lukewarm water to remove any manufacturing residue. Reshape the bristles with your fingers to ensure they are aligned and ready for painting.
• Load with Paint — Dip the brush tip into your chosen paint (watercolour, acrylic, or gouache). Allow the bristles to absorb the paint evenly, ensuring not to overload the ferrule. For washes, load generously; for details, use the tip.
• Paint and Control — Apply paint to your surface using smooth strokes. Utilize the brush's resilient spring and fine point for detailed work, or the colour-carrying capacity for fluid washes. The ergonomic handle allows for comfortable grip and precise control.
• Clean Thoroughly — After painting, rinse the brush immediately in clean water. Gently work out excess paint. For acrylics, clean thoroughly before paint dries. Use mild soap or brush cleaner if necessary. Reshape bristles and dry flat or bristle-up.

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