Welcome to the first week of Quick Painting Tip Tuesday! I get a tonne of questions each week and every Tuesday I’m going to do my best to answer them. This weeks question is all about How do I clean my wax Brushes.

How To Clean Wax Brushes The Easy Way

One of the biggest things I find important when painting furniture is the tools that you use. Especially when it comes to brushes. Having a good paint brush is important not only for a nice smooth finish but you want it to last.
During my workshops and also on Facebook,  I quite often get asked on How To Clean Wax Brushes. So here’s the best way I have found how.

Supplies Needed:

• wax brush
• white spirits
• an old clean jar
• dishwashing liquid
• old rags or paper towel

Step 1 –  Remove all of the excess wax from your wax brush using an old rag or paper towel.

Step 2 –  Pour enough mineral spirits into your glass jar to cover the bristles of your wax brush.

Cleaning Time!

Step 3 – Move your brush around in a figure of eight until all of the wax is removed.

Step 4 – Gently tap your brush on the side of the jar because you want to remove any excess mineral spirits. Then wash your brush in warm soapy water using dishwashing liquid. Then let your brush dry bristles up in a container so that the bristles are all nice and straight or hang to dry.

Your brush cleaning is all done and all ready for your next big project!
Happy Painting!

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