Gesso Brush Set | Synthetic White Hair | Sizes 2, 4, 6 | 3 Pcs - Priming

Work with the right brush for every stroke. This JAGS Gesso set gives you 3 flat gesso brushes in sizes 2, 4, 6 with synthetic white hair and natural wooden handles, for gesso, acrylic and varnish.

Specifications

Perfect for

• Priming canvas and boards with gesso
• Base coats and varnish layers
• Covering large flat areas evenly

Compatibility

Works with: gesso, acrylic and varnish on paper, canvas, wood and MDF.

Pairs well with: colour mediums and gesso.

Not suitable for: fine detail work, where a round or liner brush is better.

Before You Buy

• Paint, palette and canvas are not included.

How to Use

1. Dampen the brush before loading paint so colour does not dry into the ferrule.
2. Load paint on the lower half of the hair, not up to the metal.
3. Rinse straight after use, reshape the tip and dry the brushes flat or tip up.
4. Never leave brushes standing on their tips in water.

You will Need

• acrylic paint sets
• canvas boards

You may also like

• single round brushes
• paint palettes

Frequently Asked Questions

How many brushes are in the JAGS Gesso set?
3 flat gesso brushes, sizes 2, 4, 6.

How is the white hair set different from the orange and brown hair sets?
All three are 3 flat gesso brushes in sizes 2, 4 and 6; the synthetic hair colour and feel differ, with white the softest looking.

Which paints can I use with these brushes?
They are made for gesso, acrylic and varnish. Rinse promptly after acrylic so it does not harden in the hair.

Are these good for beginners?
Yes. A set gives the basic shapes and sizes in one go, so you can learn which brush suits which stroke.