Purdy Clearcut Glide Angled Sash Paint Brush, 2-1/2 Inch
The Purdy Clearcut Glide Angled Sash Paint Brush, 2-1/2 Inch is a stiff synthetic brush for cutting in with latex paints and primers. This version has a 2-1/2-inch-wide head, a fluted hardwood handle and a stainless steel ferrule. Its Tynex nylon and Orel polyester filaments suit detailed work around trim and ceiling edges.
Why DIYers choose it
- The angled sash head suits cutting in at trim, corners and ceiling edges.
- Stiff synthetic filaments help form a defined painted boundary.
- Tynex nylon and Orel polyester make up the filament blend.
- The fluted hardwood handle has cut-off corners that rest in your hand.
- The stainless steel ferrule holds the filaments at the base of the brush.
Best for
Precision work around molding, trim, corners and ceilings with latex paints and primers. Match the brush width to the area you need to reach. Check the coating label for its preparation and applicator directions before starting.
Specs
| Brush width | 2-1/2 inches |
|---|---|
| Brush thickness | 5/8 inch |
| Trim length / length out | 2-15/16 inches |
| Head shape | Angled sash |
| Filaments | Tynex nylon / Orel polyester blend |
| Stiffness | Stiff |
| Handle style | Fluted |
| Handle material | Hardwood |
| Ferrule material | Stainless steel |
| Coating guidance | Latex paints and primers |
| Manufacturer part # | 144152125 |
How to apply
- Confirm that the latex paint or primer recommends this type of applicator. Prepare the surface according to the coating label and choose a width that fits the edge or trim.
- Use the angled head for cutting in around molding, corners and ceiling boundaries. Follow the coating instructions for application, additional coats and drying conditions.
- Clean promptly after using water-based paint. Work soap or mild detergent and warm water through the synthetic filaments, then rinse with clear water. Repeat as needed.
- Keep cleaning water out of the ferrule and the base of the filaments. Avoid soaking the brush.
- Straighten the clean filaments with a brush comb, place the brush in a protective keeper and hang it to dry.
See Purdy's brush care guide for complete cleanup and storage instructions.
Good to know
Width, thickness and exposed filament length describe different parts of the brush. Compare the width with the space you will paint, and consider the angled head when planning edge work. The coating determines coverage, coat count and drying time. Follow its safety and cleanup directions throughout the project.
Questions shoppers ask
What size is this brush?
The head is 2-1/2 inches wide and 5/8 inch thick. Its exposed filament length is 2-15/16 inches. These dimensions identify this specific size.
What paint is Clearcut Glide designed for?
Purdy lists latex paints and primers for this stiff nylon and polyester brush. Match those recommendations to the applicator guidance on your chosen coating.
How do I care for it after painting?
Clean promptly with soap or mild detergent and warm water after water-based paint, then rinse. Keep water away from the ferrule, avoid soaking, straighten the filaments and hang the brush in its protective keeper to dry.