Natural vs Synthetic Brushes: Which is Best?

Here’s a question we get a lot: what type of brush is best? ️
It all comes down to preference, of course. But whether you're team natural, team synthetic, or a mix of both, there are some interesting differences worth considering.
💡 Did you know that modern synthetics are so similar to natural filaments in quality, performance, and appearance that you might just use them without ever considering the difference? Plus, they’re often more durable and resistant to losing their shape.
🎨 With so many choices out there, it’s easy to forget that until the 20th century all brushes were made with natural filaments. In fact, most painting techniques developed around it-one reason some artists prefer it.
🌟 Blick’s first synthetic brush, the DuPont Nylon Synthetic, hit shelves in 1954. It was followed by our Wonder White Taklon Series in 1976-and we’ve been innovating ever since!
So, what’s in your kit? Let us know your brush preferences in the comments below ⬇️

[@arcadia-art]

Thank you for explaining the effect of the different types of brushes!

[@Blick_Art]

You're welcome! You really need to have them in your hand to get the full experience. If it's been a while since you've considered synthetic brushes, we think you'll be surprised how good they are now!

[@greekveteran2715]

It's all a matter of what you are painting and what your level of experience is,what you can afford and finally,what you like more. For a liner and a No 3 and smaller round brushes,I always like synthetic. For big washes,natural hair are more ideal. For a do it all,let's say no 6 to no12 brush, a synthetic is a better choice,because it can hold it's tip for details and also allows for better control. Just some examples.

[@Blick_Art]

Thanks for the professional's perspective! Valuable insight!

[@drtariqjaved7850]

How do i place order from pakistan

[@Blick_Art]

Thanks for reaching out! Please direct any questions regarding international shipments to [e-mail]. Due to certain restrictions, not all items can be shipped to every location.

[@StephenDoyle-oh8hy]

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