Selecting
the right tools
Using the right brushes and rollers will make your project
easier to do and will yield more beautiful results.
Whether you are a professional or a do-it-yourselfer, Thybony offers a complete selection of applicators. We offer disposable brushes, top-of-the-line brushes and everything in between. Some of our brands include:
Purdy
Bestt Liebco
Elder & Jenks
Marcus
The list below will help you pick the best tools for your job.
Brushes Roller Covers
Angle Sash: 3/16" nap:
trim, windows, cutting in, wood use on smooth surfaces; doors, smooth
wallboard, drywall, gloss and semi-gloss
paint
Flat Sash: 3/8" to 1/2" nap:
general painting, broad surface use on medium surfaces; sand finishes,
lightly textured plaster or wood, flat paint
Varnish: 3/4" to 1" nap:
applying stains, varnishes and use on rough surfaces, concrete, brick and
other smooth surfaces stucco, textured ceilings or walls, rough
wood
Wall:
general painting, exterior
siding and trim
Use nylon/polyester brushes with all types of coatings, especially latex/water-based.
Use China Bristle brushes with alkyd/oil based paints, stains, urethanes,
varnishes or shellacs.