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Sometimes, acrylic paints, if left uncovered, merger and stop. For free, you might be tempted to dilute it with water. And water is to dilute and allow to flow more freely.
The bad thing, however, is that adding too much water for acrylic paint because the color becomes faded. If this is the effect you want, then fine. Otherwise, it is preferable to dilute the paint with a special vehicle manufactured by companies that dilute the paint, but leave the brightness of the colors intact.
When using acrylic colors, it is also important to keep your brushes and keep them in good shape. The brush is the main instrument, and if it fails, it will become an unreliable and you’ll have to buy a new one.
When you finish your painting, it is best to clean immediately, before the paint has the ability to set and dry on the brush. Just take a soft cloth and simply wipe the excess paint from the brush and the handle. Then stir in water. Remove, pat dry with a paper towel or cloth, and again simmer. Repeat this procedure until you have washed all the paint brush.
Never turn your brush with hair down in a glass of water. You might think it will be easier to clean. And all this is true, will also end up ruining the brush. The best practice is to clean once you’ve finished using it, and before it dried. This will ensure you get the best out of him.
The manner in which to store the brush is also important. Some brushes have a hole in the handle. This makes it easier to hang on a nail and allow to air dry. Alternatively, buy the brush holders that allow you to place the brush with the handle down and the bristles. In both cases, it is ok. And both are better than flat storage.
It is also important that you do not brush with other types of acrylic paints. If you want to extend your oil painting or watercolor, then buy brushes for use specifically with the environment. Keep brushes separate the means at hand will ensure that all at last.

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