Also known as radiator brushes, these brushes have a long, thin handle with an angled head to reach behind and around objects. They’re made with natural bristles, which are better for oil- and solvent-based paint and coatings than synthetic bristles.

Brushes with soft bristles leave fewer brush marks for a smooth finish. They’re often used with high-gloss paint and coatings. Brushes with stiff bristles make a sharp edge and can be used with thicker paint and coatings than brushes with soft bristles.

Also known as radiator brushes, these brushes have a long, thin handle with an angled head to reach behind and around objects. Their synthetic bristles won’t absorb water, so they keep their shape when used with latex paint and other water-based paint and coatings. Bristles are soft to leave fewer brush marks for a smooth finish. They’re often used with high-gloss paint and coatings.