Purdy Pro-Extra Monarch XL Elite Paint Brush - 3"

The Purdy Pro-Extra Monarch XL Elite 3 inch is the largest brush in this size range and is built for covering ground quickly. Purdy has manufactured paint brushes in America since 1925 and is now part of Sherwin-Williams, and Pro-Extra is the professional trade tier of the Monarch XL Elite family, sharing the same tapered, flagged synthetic filament construction as the standard Monarch XL Elite but aimed at tradespeople who need to work fast without losing finish quality.

At 3 inches wide, this brush is best suited to broad, flat areas such as walls, ceilings, fences, sheds and large doors, where a wider head means fewer strokes and faster coverage. The Chinex, Tynex and Orel filament blend is tapered and flagged to hold a large volume of paint and lay it off smoothly, and the brush is designed to work with both oil based and water based paints, including emulsion, so it moves easily between different jobs on site.

How to Use

Load the brush by dipping it around a third of the way into the paint and tapping off the excess against the tin rather than scraping it over the rim. Apply with long, confident strokes, working in one direction and overlapping each pass slightly to avoid stripes. On large areas, keep a wet edge and work in manageable sections so joins do not show once the paint dries. Clean the brush straight after use, with warm soapy water for water based paint or a proper cleaner or white spirit for oil based paint, then reshape the bristles and leave the brush to dry flat or hanging.

Technical Details

• Width: 3 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
• Holds a large paint load for faster coverage on bigger surfaces
• Part of the Purdy Pro-Extra Monarch XL Elite trade range

FAQs

What is the 3 inch brush best used for?
It suits large flat areas such as walls, ceilings, fences and big doors where speed and coverage matter.

Will this brush hold enough paint for big jobs?
Yes, the wide filament bed is designed to carry a generous paint load so you can cover more area between reloads.

Is it still easy to control on a large brush?
The beavertail handle and fixed head are shaped to keep the brush steady and comfortable even during long painting sessions.