SOFT
Used with light body or thin paints, when more control and a fine point or edge
is desired and for blending, glazing and varnishing where little or no brush
mark is desired.
MEDIUM
Will retain shape with good control along with the ability to hold more paint
when using medium to heavier body paints.
STIFF
Closest to bristle in function with the ability to push and manipulate thicker
paints, and to scumble and blend paint on the canvas.
Dakota Recommendations for great brushes, unusual brushes and good buys:
daVinci Top-Acryl 5 diameter Synthetic Fiber brushes daVinci Top-Acryl brushes come in long and short handles. Huge sizes available.
Escoda Tekady The Tekady is Escoda's stiffest synthetic fiber and most closely replicates
the function of natural hog bristle.