The problem of natural brush fading is usually closely related to the quality of the brush, the way it is used and the maintenance method. To effectively prevent the natural brush from fading, you can take the following measures:
First, choose high-quality brushes
High-quality bristles
Choose brushes made of high-quality natural wool (such as wool, horsehair, etc.). High-quality natural bristles have a compact structure, are not prone to falling off, and have good color fastness.
Reliable brand
Purchase natural brush brushes from well-known brands. These brands usually have strict control over product quality and can provide more reliable guarantees.
Second, use the brush correctly
Avoid overuse:
Although natural bristle brushes are durable, excessive use over a long period of time may cause the bristles to wear out and fade. Arrange your painting time reasonably and avoid using the same brush continuously for a long time.
Pay attention to the application intensity:
During the painting process, use the brush as gently as possible to avoid excessive force that may damage or fade the bristles.
Avoid mixing pigments:
Different types of pigments may contain different chemical components. Mixing them may cause damage or fading of the bristles. Try to use only the same type of paint on the same brush.
Third, properly maintain the brush
Timely cleaning
Clean the brush in time after use to prevent the paint from drying on the bristles, which may cause damage or fading of the bristles. Use a mild detergent, such as a professional scrubbing liquid or a mild shampoo, and follow the correct cleaning steps.
Proper drying:
After cleaning, straighten the bristles and hang or lay the brush head down in a cool and well-ventilated place to air dry naturally. Avoid direct sunlight or high-temperature drying to prevent the bristles from deforming or fading.
Regular maintenance
For frequently used brushes, regular deep cleaning and maintenance can be carried out. Use professional brush care liquid to maintain the toughness and elasticity of the bristles.
Fourth, pay attention to the storage environment
Dry and well-ventilated
Store the painting brushes in a dry and well-ventilated place, avoiding damp and high-temperature environments. Moisture and high temperatures may cause the bristles to mold, deform or fade.
Avoid squeezing:
When storing, avoid squeezing with other hard objects to prevent damage or fading of the bristles.
Use the protective box:
Special brush protection boxes or bags can be used to store brushes to protect the bristles from external damage.
Fifth, other precautions
Avoid using cleaning agents that contain alcohol or are overly alkaline:
These cleaning agents may damage the natural hair quality, causing the bristles to fade or get damaged.
Don’t change the detergent frequently.
Frequent changes of detergent may cause the bristles to become unadapted to different chemical components, thereby affecting their performance and lifespan.
Regularly check the condition of the bristles:
Regularly check if the bristles are forked, fallen off or faded, and take timely measures to repair or replace them.
In summary, by choosing high-quality brushes, using them correctly, maintaining them properly, paying attention to the storage environment and following other precautions, you can effectively prevent natural wool brushes from fading and extend their service life.