A Deep Dive into Your Tools: Choosing the Right Brushes & Paints
An Artist's Toolkit: A Deep Dive into Your Brushes & Paints
Any great artist will tell you that mastering your craft begins with a deep understanding of your tools. A premium paint by numbers kit is more than a numbered canvas; it's a complete, curated toolkit. This guide will take you beyond the basics, giving you an expert-level understanding of the high-quality brushes and paints you'll be working with, and how to get the most out of them.
IN THIS GUIDE, YOU WILL LEARN:
- ✓ The specific purpose of each of the three professional brushes in your kit.
- ✓ The unique properties of our high-pigment acrylic paints.
- ✓ Expert techniques for brush care to ensure a long-lasting, high-quality toolkit.
A depiction of artist grade professional Brushes: 
Your Brushes: A Professional 3-Piece Set
We've moved beyond basic plastic brushes to provide a superior creative experience. Every Paint On Numbers kit includes a versatile set of three artist-grade brushes, each featuring durable, no-shed synthetic bristles and ergonomic, comfortable wooden handles.
- The Detail Brush (Round Tip): This is your instrument for precision. With its fine, pointed tip, it's specifically designed for tackling the smallest and most intricate numbered sections with absolute control.
- The Filbert Brush (Versatile Mid-Size): This is your workhorse. The flat, oval shape of the filbert brush is a favorite of professional artists because it can create both broad strokes and relatively fine lines, making it perfect for most of the medium-sized areas on your canvas.
- The Flat Brush (Broad Coverage): When you have large sections to fill, like a sky or a field, the wide, flat head of this brush allows you to apply paint smoothly and efficiently for excellent, even coverage.
Your Paints: A High-Pigment Acrylic Palette
The quality of your final masterpiece is directly tied to the quality of your paint. Our proprietary formula is engineered for the perfect paint by numbers experience.
- High Pigment Load: Our paints have a high concentration of pigment, which results in a rich, buttery consistency and excellent opacity. This ensures that even the lightest colors will completely cover the numbers and lines on your canvas, often in a single coat.
- ASTM D-4236 Compliant: This is the industry standard for safety, certifying that our paints are non-toxic and safe for artists of all ages.
- Pre-Mixed & Water-Based: For your convenience, every color is pre-mixed to the perfect shade and consistency. As acrylics, they are water-based, making cleanup simple and efficient with just soap and water.
EXPERT TECHNIQUE: BRUSH CARE FOR LONGEVITY
Proper brush care is the secret to a long-lasting toolkit. Never let paint dry on your bristles. Between colors, rinse your brush thoroughly in water and gently reshape the tip with your fingers. At the end of your session, give your brushes a final, gentle wash with a mild soap, rinse, reshape, and let them air dry completely before storing.
Building Your Toolkit
While the tools included in your kit are everything you need for a stunning result, many artists enjoy expanding their collection as they grow in their craft. From specialized detail brushes to tabletop easels, you can find a curated selection of high-quality tools in our Accessories Collection.
For a complete overview of how these tools come together in the creative process, we highly recommend revisiting our Day 1 pillar post, The Complete Guide to Paint by Numbers.
