Paintbrushes

Buying brushes at De Verfmenger

We have a wide range of brushes. At De Verfmenger, we sell both professional brushes and disposable brushes. You can buy brushes from us online or collect them in-store. Buying brushes is best done at De Verfmenger. We stock synthetic and natural pig hair brushes in all shapes and sizes for both DIY enthusiasts and professionals. Of course, we provide the correct advice on which brush is best to use with your paint for the best results.

Top-quality paint brushes

Top-quality paint brushes are made with the highest-grade fibres, providing the best absorption and release for your type of paint. For instance, a brush for alkyd paint might require completely different fibres than a brush for acrylic paint. However, there are also brushes that work well with both water-based paint and alkyd paint.

Professional paint brushes

Professional paint brushes are designed for repeated use and perform better the more you paint with them. It is, of course, crucial to store and clean your brushes properly. While budget stores like Action may sell paint brushes, if they are Copenhagen Gold brushes, they can be considered semi-professional. Brands like Staalmeester and Anza offer brushes of professional quality.

Best paint brush

There's endless debate among painters about what the best paint brush is. Each painter has different preferences based on the type of paint they use and their technique. Therefore, unfortunately, there is no definitive answer on which brush is the best. Even when it comes to reliable brands, like Anza, Copenhagen Gold, Staalmeester, or Pro Gold, opinions vary. Quality brushes typically feature the right fibres combined with a comfortable handle for ease of use.

Action paint brushes

Action stocks various types of paint brushes, including Copenhagen Gold brushes, as well as unbranded brushes. Generally speaking, their quality is reasonable, though some professionals have reported that these brushes shed hair and are not top-grade. It can be hard to definitively state whether Action's paint brushes are good, as the professional community provides mixed reviews about their quality.

Copenhagen Gold paint brush

The Copenhagen Gold paint brush was once a highly regarded product. However, since it became available at Action, many professional painters no longer use it. Professionals often prefer not to work with products that are readily available to consumers at discount stores. Additionally, the quality is no longer what it once was, and the brush has been rebranded. Today, Copenhagen Gold brushes go by names like Copenhagen Pro or Copenhagen Prof.

Brushes for acrylic paint

• Synthetic
• Optimal release
• Optimal absorption
• Streak-free application
• Somewhat firmer
• Usually not black

Brushes for alkyd paint

• Pig hair / blend
• Optimal release
• Optimal absorption
• Streak-free application
• Supple
• Usually black

Disposable brushes

• Synthetic
• Shed bristles
• Single-use
• Low quality
• Budget-friendly
• Often blue

The best brush deals with us

We always have various brushes on offer. Are you looking for the best brush deals? Check our website or visit our store for advice. Plus, we always guarantee the lowest prices.

What are paint brushes?

Paint brushes are tools used to apply paint or stain. Naturally, you can also use brushes to apply varnish or wall paint. Brushes are made of synthetic fibres or traditional pig hairs. They are carefully crafted and tied together with a binding thread for durability and precision.

Not sure which painting supplies you need for your project? Do you also want to know which paints to use? Our paint experts are happy to help. Call our customer service at 058-2152530, chat with us, or email us at [email protected].

What types of brushes are there?

Brushes come in various types. There are brushes specifically designed for water-based paints and lacquers, and others tailored for solvent-based paints. For example, synthetic brushes are ideal for water-based paints, while universal mix brushes are better suited for solvent-based paints and lacquers.

How to choose professional brushes

Still unsure which paint brush you need? We're happy to assist online or in-store. We also have a step-by-step guide to help you make the right choice.

What paint are you using? The type of paint you’re working with will determine the brush you need. It’s easy to distinguish between acrylic (water-based) and alkyd (solvent-based) paints.

What does the task involve? Choose professional paint brushes according to the task at hand. For instance, if you’re painting window frames, you’ll need a smaller brush compared to painting doors. When painting doors, you can use a roller after completing the edges with a brush. A brush that's about half the width of your painting surface is a good choice.

Do you need specialised brushes? If you need to paint hard-to-reach areas, such as behind radiators or in tight spaces, adjust your brush choice accordingly. For example, round brushes and flat brushes are great for precise tasks. Selecting the right shape ensures an excellent outcome.

Best paint brushes: popular brushes

Curious about the best paint brushes available? Here are some recommendations for professional-grade brushes:

VP Gold Mix Brush The VP Gold Mix is a brush for all solvent-based paints. Its blend of pig hair and synthetic fibres ensures excellent results.

VP All-round Synthetic Brush The VP All-round Synthetic Brush is ideal for acrylic (water-based) paints, providing outstanding performance.

Copenhagen Gold Brush The Copenhagen Gold Brush is specially designed for solvent-based paints. It delivers streak-free results thanks to its high quality.

Specialised brushes? Need to paint in tight spaces, like behind radiators or in small corners? Adjust your choice to match the task. Look at round and flat brushes for precision.