Purdy Sprig XL Elite Paint Brush - 1.5" / 38mm

The Purdy Sprig XL Elite is a flat trim paint brush from Purdy, the American brand that has been making professional decorating tools since 1925 and is now part of Sherwin-Williams. The XL Elite range is built with a tapered synthetic filament blend that controls paint release and lays down a clean, even finish on both water-based and oil-based paints. This 1.5 inch (38mm) size is the smallest in the Sprig XL Elite line, giving precise control for detailed trim work.

At 38mm wide, this brush is the go-to choice for tight, fiddly areas where a wider brush cannot reach cleanly, such as glazing bars, window beading, spindles, small mouldings and narrow skirting board edges. Decorators often keep a 1.5 inch Purdy brush in their kit alongside larger sizes specifically for this kind of detail cutting in work, making it a natural companion to a wider Purdy brush set.

How to Use

• Load the brush by dipping around a third of the filament length into the paint and tapping off any excess.
• Hold the brush at a slight angle and use light, even strokes to cut in along edges and trims.
• Work in short sections when painting glazing bars or spindles so paint does not build up in corners.
• Clean the brush straight after use with water for water-based paint or the correct solvent for oil-based paint, then reshape the filament tips and leave it to dry flat.

Technical Details

• Size: 1.5 inch / 38mm flat trim brush
• Filament: tapered synthetic blend for controlled paint release and a clean finish
• Ferrule: stainless steel for corrosion resistance and durability
• Handle: shaped beavertail hardwood handle for a comfortable, balanced grip
• Paint compatibility: water-based (latex) and oil-based paints, primers and stains
• Part of the Purdy XL Elite range of professional paint brushes

FAQs

Is this Purdy brush suitable for gloss paint?
Yes. The Sprig XL Elite is built with a stiff synthetic filament formulation that handles heavier bodied paints, including oil-based gloss, as well as water-based trim paints.

What is the best use for a 1.5 inch Purdy brush?
This is the smallest size in the Sprig XL Elite range, so it suits detailed cutting in work such as glazing bars, spindles, mouldings and narrow trim where a wider brush would be harder to control.

How do I stop the brush leaving drag marks?
Avoid overloading the filaments with paint. Load around a third of the bristle length, remove the excess on the rim of the tin, and use light, even strokes so the paint releases smoothly.