How do you clean acyrlic paint brushes?

Answer 1

Acrylic paint is water based so as long as it's not dry you can wash it off with water, just swish it around in a plastic cup of water or soak them and then swish them. If the paint is dry you might have to let it soak for a long time or use mild acetone (nail polish remover).

Answer 2

Water. Actylic brushes can easily be cleaned with water. The only time you may have problems cleaning acylic paints off brushes is if you leave them out too long and the paint dries in the bristles; that's why when painting with acrylics, always keep a containter of water nearby to keep your brushes soaking in until you need them again (while painting). When you're done painting, wash your brushes in the sink and properly dry them. Having dried acylic paint in the bristles of a brush pretty much means your brush has died and that you need to get a new one.

Answer 3

You can use just plain water with a mild detergent and it works ok.

I use this stuff called "The Masters" brush cleaner and preserver. It works very well but can be a bit pricey although if you have very expensive brushes, its worth it as you can also use it to condition your brushes and keep them nicely shaped. You can find it at Michael's or any art supply store.

Any paint retailer will carry brush cleaner and conditioner, it comes from several different companies. The above suggestion is more for artists' bushes than for painters' brushes, which is why I suggest a commercial brand brush cleaner/conditioner.

Answer 4

You clean them in running water and finally when all liquid paint is out, in soapy water. Rinse all soap out before drying them.

Answer 5

The best way to clean paint brushes that have acrylic paints on them is to wash them immediately. Soon after use run the brushes through warm water and be sure to lather them up with soap.

Answer 6

with soap and cool water