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What is the best acrylic brush? There’s no simple answer. It all depends on your style and what you want to achieve. Different techniques call for different types of brushes, and what works for one artist might not suit another. Perhaps you're looking for a brush that gives you precision in every stroke, one that can move generous amounts of paint, or an affordable set to get started with. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the options so you can find the brush that suits you and your way of painting with acrylics.




Best small acrylic brushes

Small brushes are perfect for detail work and precise lines. Here, it’s important to consider shape, spring, and how well the brush holds its point. They’re especially useful for fine work, sketches, and outlines.

  1. KUM Memory Point acrylic brushes
  2. Amsterdam 600 acrylic brushes
  3. Pen Store Arts acrylic brushes
  4. Princeton Velvetouch acrylic brushes
  5. Winsor & Newton Galeria acrylic brushes

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More Memory Point Round Size 0 Memory Point Round Size 0
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KUM
Memory Point Round Size 0
£4
More Synthetic brushes Acrylic/Oil Set of 6 Synthetic brushes Acrylic/Oil Set of 6
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Pen Store Arts
Synthetic brushes Acrylic/Oil Set of 6
£16.90
More Series 600 Brush Flat Size 8
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Amsterdam
Series 600 Brush Flat Size 8
£4.50
More Galeria Brush Short Handle 5-set Galeria Brush Short Handle 5-set
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Winsor & Newton
Galeria Brush Short Handle 5-set
£31.50
More Velvetouch Synthetic Brush short handle Mini Tight Spot St 3/0 Velvetouch Synthetic Brush short handle Mini Tight Spot St 3/0
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Princeton
Velvetouch Synthetic Brush short handle Mini Tight Spot St 3/0
£6.90

Best wide acrylic brushes

Wide brushes are ideal for covering large areas and creating texture. Choose a brush with good paint capacity and firm bristles that can handle thicker paint. They make it easy to work quickly and efficiently on backgrounds or large canvases.

  1. Amsterdam 602 acrylic brushes
  2. Liquitex Freestyle acrylic brushes
  3. Princeton Catalyst acrylic brushes
  4. Raphael Symbiose acrylic brushes
  5. Amsterdam 600 acrylic brushes

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More Series 602 Paddle Size 4
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Amsterdam
Series 602 Paddle Size 4
£37
More Freestyle Brush Broad Flat St 8 Freestyle Brush Broad Flat St 8
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Liquitex
Freestyle Brush Broad Flat St 8
£40
More Symbiose Brush 2800 Moddlare St 20
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Raphaël
Symbiose Brush 2800 Moddlare St 20
£5.50
More Series 600 Brush Flat Size 48
15%
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Amsterdam
Series 600 Brush Flat Size 48
£21.68
More Catalyst Silicone Wedge No 2 Blue Catalyst Silicone Wedge No 2 Blue
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Princeton
Catalyst Silicone Wedge No 2 Blue
£9.90

Best acrylic brush sets

A brush set offers variety and flexibility, especially if you want to experiment with different techniques. Look for sets with good basic shapes and consistent quality. Perfect if you want several options at one combined price.

  1. Amsterdam acrylic brushes
  2. Pen Store Arts acrylic brushes
  3. Raphaël Campus acrylic brushes
  4. Winsor & Newton Galeria acrylic brushes
  5. Liquitex Freestyle acrylic brushes

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More Synthetic brushes Acrylic/Oil Set of 6 Synthetic brushes Acrylic/Oil Set of 6
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Pen Store Arts
Synthetic brushes Acrylic/Oil Set of 6
£16.90
More Campus Acrylic Brush 3-set XL
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Raphaël
Campus Acrylic Brush 3-set XL
£7
More Series 600 Brush Flat Set XXL
15%
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Amsterdam
Series 600 Brush Flat Set XXL
£34.85
More Galeria Brush Round/Long Handle 5-set Galeria Brush Round/Long Handle 5-set
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Winsor & Newton
Galeria Brush Round/Long Handle 5-set
£34
More Freestyle Traditional Brush 4-set Freestyle Traditional Brush 4-set
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Liquitex
Freestyle Traditional Brush 4-set
£28

Best acrylic brushes for beginners

If you're new to acrylic painting, it's a good idea to start with an affordable set that includes a variety of sizes and shapes. Synthetic bristles are often a great choice, as they're durable and easy to paint with. This gives you a chance to explore what suits your style without making things complicated.

  1. Pen Store Arts acrylic brushes
  2. Raphaël Campus acrylic brushes
  3. Primo acrylic brushes
  4. Milan 511 acrylic brushes

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More Brushes round/flat tip 5-set Acrylic Brushes round/flat tip 5-set Acrylic
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Primo
Brushes round/flat tip 5-set Acrylic
£9.90
More Synthetic brushes Acrylic/Oil Set of 6 Synthetic brushes Acrylic/Oil Set of 6
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Pen Store Arts
Synthetic brushes Acrylic/Oil Set of 6
£16.90
More Campus Acrylic Brush 3-set XL
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Raphaël
Campus Acrylic Brush 3-set XL
£7
More Brush-set in Wallet Brush-set in Wallet
Nassau Fine Art
Brush-set in Wallet
£27
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Nassau Fine Art
Brush Set "All around" 10 pcs
£6.50

Best vegan acrylic brushes

Vegan brushes are free from animal-derived materials in the bristles, glue, and all other components. For acrylic painting, it’s important to choose a brush with synthetic bristles that offer the right amount of spring and can handle heavier paint. A vegan option can provide both precision and durability without compromising on performance.

  1. Pen Store Arts acrylic brushes
  2. Princeton Velvetouch acrylic brushes
  3. Princeton Catalyst acrylic brushes

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More Synthetic brushes Acrylic/Oil Set of 6 Synthetic brushes Acrylic/Oil Set of 6
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Pen Store Arts
Synthetic brushes Acrylic/Oil Set of 6
£16.90
More Synthetic brushes Junior Set of 5 Synthetic brushes Junior Set of 5
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Pen Store Arts
Synthetic brushes Junior Set of 5
£10.90
More Velvetouch Synthetic Brush short handle Professional 4-set Velvetouch Synthetic Brush short handle Professional 4-set
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Princeton
Velvetouch Synthetic Brush short handle Professional 4-set
£64.90
More Catalyst Synthetic Long Handle Filbert size 8 Catalyst Synthetic Long Handle Filbert size 8
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Princeton
Catalyst Synthetic Long Handle Filbert size 8
£21.90
More Catalyst Silicone Wedge No 3 Green Catalyst Silicone Wedge No 3 Green
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Princeton
Catalyst Silicone Wedge No 3 Green
£9.90

Best storage for acrylic brushes

Proper storage extends the life of your brushes and makes it easier to keep them organised. Choose a solution that protects the bristles and works well both in the studio and on the go. Good storage also helps you keep different sizes and shapes in order.

  1. Pen Store Arts brush case
  2. Primo brush case
  3. Toyo Steel brush storage
  4. Ykra brush storage

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More Brush Case Long brushes 17 pockets
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Pen Store Arts
Brush Case Long brushes 17 pockets
£12.90
More Brush Case Short brushes 17 pockets
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Pen Store Arts
Brush Case Short brushes 17 pockets
£10.90
More Dopp Pack Blue Dopp Pack Blue
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Ykra
Dopp Pack Blue
£60
More T320 Trunk Shape Toolbox Green T320 Trunk Shape Toolbox Green
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TOYO Steel Company
T320 Trunk Shape Toolbox Green
£40
More Multipurpose brush case 32 cm Multipurpose brush case 32 cm
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Primo
Multipurpose brush case 32 cm
£3.19

Take care of your new brushes!

We hope you’ve found what you were looking for in this buying guide and that you’re enjoying that special feeling only new brushes can bring! We'd love to guide you through the art of caring for your acrylic brushes, a key factor in keeping them in great shape for a long time. In our care guide for acrylic brushes, you’ll find everything you need to know about cleaning, storage, and maintenance.

Acrylic brush care guide ⭢


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