Purdy Pro-Extra Monarch XL Elite Paint Brush - 1.5"

The Purdy Pro-Extra Monarch XL Elite 1.5 inch paint brush comes from Purdy, the American brushmaker founded in 1925 and now part of Sherwin-Williams. Pro-Extra is Purdy's professional and trade focused tier within the wider Monarch XL Elite family, sharing the same tapered, flagged synthetic filament construction as the standard Monarch XL Elite but built with the daily demands of trade decorators in mind.

At 1.5 inches wide, this brush sits between the detail size and the general purpose sizes, which makes it a favourite for door frames, skirting boards, window sills and other woodwork where you need more coverage than a 1 inch brush but still want precision along edges. The Chinex, Tynex and Orel filament blend holds a generous load of paint and releases it evenly, and it is suited to both oil based and water based paints, including emulsion.

How to Use

Load the brush by dipping it around a third of the way into the paint, then tap the excess off against the inside of the tin rather than dragging it over the rim. Apply with long, even strokes, following the direction of the wood grain on trim and woodwork. Work in manageable sections and keep a wet edge so lines do not show. Clean the brush as soon as you finish, using warm soapy water for water based paint or a proper brush cleaner or white spirit for oil based paint, then reshape the bristles and leave the brush to dry flat or hanging.

Technical Details

• Width: 1.5 inch
• Filament: Chinex, Tynex and Orel synthetic blend, tapered and flagged tips
• Ferrule: round edge, straight cut
• Handle: beavertail shape, fixed head
• Suitable for oil based and water based paints, including emulsion
• Built for extended use with minimal bristle shedding
• Part of the Purdy Pro-Extra Monarch XL Elite trade range

FAQs

What jobs suit the 1.5 inch brush best?
It works well on door frames, skirting boards, window sills and general woodwork where you want good coverage with control.

Is this brush only for professionals?
It is built to a trade standard but is just as useful for keen DIY decorators who want a brush that lasts and performs well.

Does it work with both paint types?
Yes, the Pro-Extra Monarch XL Elite is designed for both oil based and water based paints, including emulsion.