do brushes used with this product need to be cleaned with solvent or can they be cleaned with soap and water?
1836773
I've used soap and water with regular brushes and foam brushes and it cleaned both with no problem. Just make sure you clean it right away. Don't let it set.
1498195
The kit comes with a pack of cleanser. You will need to get more cleanser for future use. I have used plain soap and water but I know others would disagree with the use of plain soap. I have made a lot of wine without any problems. Clean immediately after use and dry thoroughly before storing. For really tough cleaning, I did get 5 star pbw cleaner which works well.
942794
I make sure to always have the brush with the bristles downward...I then add a little bit of olive oil to the soap I use (baby shampoo) and mix them. That really helps condition the bristles of your brush and it keeps it in great condition!
1084353
Water and soap like anything else. If you want them to stay scratch less use a delicates sponge. But even with scratches it looks nice. And if it begins to have dis coloring you can wash with any stainleas steel cleaner
1586335
I would say it depends on the type of product that is on the brush....Warm soapy water for latex/acrylic and mineral spirits or paint thinner for oil-based products. It should say on the back of the container of the product you're applying which method works best. I always clean it as thoroughly as I can (sometimes using an old toothbrush to scrub and semi-dried-on areas) and then, for good measure, let the bristles soak in the cleaning solution for a half hour or so and then rinse it out some more. I hope this helps.
851802
I too have no trouble just cleaning the bristles by hand. The bristles are so short it really shouldn't be a problem, then wash after.
674094
I've never used it with the brush, and have great results. You can just use it the same as any other scrub. I wet my face, put some of the cleanser in my hand, and wash my face with it. I rinse it off, either with my hands or a wash cloth. Very simple, and it's a great cleanser.
1095951
I did buy the brush set from amazon. It has the three different brushes and it is a snap to clean. With or without them but I am a bit anal and like to make sure it it real clean.
299092
I soak mine in hot soapy water, rinse with hot water, then put them in the dishwasher, lol. Not sure what kind of brush could be used. Maybe push a paper towel in one end with a skewer & run it out through the other side? I hope this helps!
1375815
Mine has never required cleaning and I use it almost daily. I think a soft bristle brush should do the trick if you feel like cleaning.
769485
If you treat them right, they will last a very long (thousands of records) time. Do not leave them in the tank overnight. Do your cleaning and if you want to use the SC the following day, remove the brushes, rinse them in warm tap water and squeeze the excess onto a paper towel. Put them up to dry. Toss a few drops of solution on them the following day , slip them into place and get back to work. Easy Peasy!
2248015
I have never tried to dilute it, so I honestly don't know. And I applied it with disposable brushes and didn't see what cleaned them!
2087675
i cleaned both comb and brush by jst rubbing n2 bristles good with hand and then ran comb through brush bristles and let them soak in the wtr/shampoo for about an hour - rinse well! hope this hlps u - av a good day - happy777
1130384
Try using a polycrylic next time. I use and abuse these brushes daily with polycrylic, latex and chalk paints. They wash up nicely with a little soap and warm water. Eventually, they'll begin to get stained and the metal ferrule will accumulate dried paint. When this happens, I just boil some water, add a few drops of dawn dish liquid and the brushes and let them soak until the dried paint comes off. They clean up beautifully!
47977
I am not aware of anything that would clean the brush. This is not paint. I would get an inexpensive throw-away brush and be done with it.
299088
I don't have a brush, but I basically just run them under hot water with a drop of dish detergent on the inside and they clean out fine. I fill about half of the straw with hot water, cover both ends, and shake a bit, then rinse. I think the trick is to keep them wet until you can wash them, so if you're in a rush, just stick them in water until you have time to do the cleaning. I've used them for milkshakes & other thick things & as long as they don't dry out they clean easily. Enjoy :)
1465909
Just pop the top and bottom off and clean them in hot soapy water. I use a small scrub brush on them. Have no problems, best way I have found to clean it.