Cleaning a stiff brush.

Ro asked 10 years ago

How do I clean a brush that has been left out, and is now stiff.

2 Answers
Crowder Painting answered.

You will need to soak the brush in brush cleaner for a few hours, possibly 24. As the material in the brush becomes soft use a brush comb to help work the bristles loose allowing better penetration of the brush cleaner. After the soaking, the brush can be cleaned as normal and should be good as new.

MagicDave answered.

In a pinch… good old gasoline will do it too… be careful you don't burn the house down…