Worth it for contractors who need reliable brushes that deliver professional results. The chemically tapered polyester filaments deliver smooth finishes across latex, oil-based, water-based paints, stains, and varnishes. Made by Wooster for Do it Best, this is their private label answer to premium name brands.
Skip it if you’re after natural China bristle for fine oil work. This is synthetic all the way through.
Technical Specifications
The 2-inch width is the meat-and-potatoes size — wide enough for efficiency, narrow enough for control. What matters more is the filament technology and build quality:
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Filament Type | 100% chemically tapered rounded polyester blend |
| Brush Width | 2 inches |
| Handle Length | 5.25 to 7.125 inches (varies by model) |
| Brush Thickness | 0.5625 inches (General Purpose model) |
| Handle Material | Solid wood |
| Ferrule Options | Stainless steel or brass |
Best Look offers this brush in multiple tiers — general purpose with brass ferrule and chiseled trim, or higher quality versions with stainless steel ferrules. The premium versions get you higher grade synthetic filaments for that professional finish.
Natural and rose CT polyester variants give you options depending on the paint and finish you’re working with. The chemically tapered filaments aren’t just marketing fluff — that’s what creates the fine tips that lay paint smooth without brush marks.
Paint Compatibility & Application
This brush doesn’t pick favorites. Works with latex, oil-based, water-based paints, stains, and varnishes. Clean it with warm soapy water after latex paints, or mineral spirits and paint thinner for oil-based products.
Best on smooth to semi-smooth surfaces where that chemically tapered tip can do its job. Rated for both interior and exterior use, which matters when you’re painting through Montana’s temperature swings.
Pre-wet the bristles before loading paint — water for latex, mineral spirits for oil-based. Helps with paint flow and makes cleanup easier. Store it in the original sleeve or a brush keeper to maintain filament shape. Toss it loose in the toolbox and those tapered tips won’t stay tapered long.
Value Analysis
Positioned as a private label alternative to Purdy or premium Wooster lines, you’re getting Wooster manufacturing without the brand markup.
The real value comes from versatility. One brush handles everything from primer to topcoat, latex to oil, interior trim to exterior siding. Those firm synthetic bristles give you paint pickup and flow control that cheaper brushes can’t match.
Features like the wood plug for improved paint retention and filament stability show this isn’t bottom-shelf construction. The rust-resistant ferrule matters when you’re cleaning brushes daily on a job site.
Best Look backs their paints with a lifetime warranty, and brushes typically follow Wooster’s limited lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects. Standard Do it Best/True Value 30-day return policy for unused condition gives you an out if you grab the wrong size.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What’s the difference between Best Look’s general purpose and premium brush versions?
The general purpose Best Look brushes use brass ferrules with chiseled trim, while the premium versions feature stainless steel ferrules and higher grade synthetic filaments. Both use the same 100% chemically tapered polyester technology, but the premium tiers deliver a finer finish for professional work.
Q: Can I use the Best Look 2-inch brush with both latex and oil-based paints?
Yes, the Best Look polyester brush works with latex, oil-based, water-based paints, stains, and varnishes. Clean with warm soapy water after latex paints or mineral spirits for oil-based products.
Q: Who actually makes Best Look brushes?
Best Look brushes are manufactured by Wooster for Do it Best stores as their private label brand. You’re getting Wooster’s manufacturing quality without the premium brand markup.
Q: Should I pre-wet the Best Look brush before painting?
Yes, pre-wet the bristles with water for water-based paints or mineral spirits for oil-based paints before use. This aids paint flow and makes cleanup easier after the job.
Q: What warranty comes with Best Look brushes?
Best Look brushes typically follow Wooster’s limited lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects, and stores offer a standard 30-day return policy for unused brushes. Best Look’s paint products carry a separate lifetime warranty.
Q: What sizes does the Best Look polyester brush come in?
The 2-inch flat brush comes with handle lengths ranging from 5.25 to 7.125 inches depending on the model. The general purpose version has a brush thickness of 0.5625 inches.
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