To prevent deformation of oil painting brushes after cleaning, the following aspects can be considered:
First, the correct cleaning method
Select the appropriate cleaning agent:
Use mild soapy water or a special oil painting brush cleaner. Avoid using overly strong cleaners to prevent damage to the bristles.
Gentle cleaning
During the cleaning process, treat the oil brush gently and avoid rubbing it hard or twisting the bristles too much.
You can gently rub the bristles with your fingers or gently stir the oil painting brush in the cleaning agent to ensure that the bristles come into full contact with the cleaning agent.
Thorough rinse:
After cleaning, thoroughly rinse the oil painting brush with clean water to ensure that all the cleaning agents are washed away.
When rinsing, you can gently squeeze the bristles with your fingers to help remove any residue.
Second, the correct drying method
Dry upside down
Place the oil painting brush upside down in a well-ventilated area to dry, avoiding direct contact of the bristles with the table or floor to prevent secondary contamination and deformation.
Drying upside down helps maintain the shape and elasticity of the bristles.
Avoid direct sunlight:
When drying, avoid direct sunlight to prevent the bristles from fading, hardening or deforming.
Use water-absorbing materials:
You can gently wrap the bristles of the oil painting brush with a tissue or towel to absorb the excess moisture, but avoid pressing hard.
Third, the correct storage method
Store properly
After drying, store the oil painting brushes in a dedicated pen holder or pen case to prevent contamination by dust and debris.
When storing, avoid squeezing or deforming the oil painting brushes.
Avoid mixed storage:
Oil brushes of different sizes and shapes should be stored separately to avoid deformation caused by mutual squeezing.
Fourth, regular maintenance
Apply maintenance liquid:
For oil brushes that have not been used for a long time, a small amount of linseed oil or a special brush maintenance liquid can be applied to the bristles to maintain their softness and elasticity.
Inspection and replacement:
Regularly check the condition of the oil painting brush. If there is any deformation or damage, replace it with a new one in time.
Fifth, Precautions
Avoid prolonged soaking:
Oil painting brushes should not be soaked in water or cleaning agents for a long time to avoid excessive water absorption of the bristles, which may cause deformation.
Avoid high temperatures:
Do not place the oil painting brush in a high-temperature environment, such as near a radiator or under direct sunlight, to prevent the bristles from hardening or deforming.
Use gently:
During the painting process, you should also use the oil brush gently to avoid excessive force that may cause the bristles to deform or get damaged.
By following the above methods and precautions, it is possible to effectively prevent the oil painting brush from deforming after cleaning, extend its service life, and maintain the good condition of the painting tools.