Da Vinci 418 Squirrel Wash Brush – Natural Hair Oval Mop Watercolour Brushes Range Singles
🎨 Da Vinci Squirrel 418 Wash Brush
✨ Why Artists Choose Squirrel Hair
💧 3x Water Retention
Holds more water than synthetics for longer painting sessions without reloading.
🎯 Perfect Large Washes
Smooth, even coverage across backgrounds and skies. No streaks or patches.
🇩🇪 German Quality
100% genuine squirrel hair - authorized dealer, no cheap imitations.
🎨 Perfect For
✅ WATERCOLOURS
Wet-on-wet techniques, glazes, atmospheric effects
✅ INKS & WASHES
Illustration work, layered colour effects
✅ GOUACHE
Soft, opaque coverage in illustration
❌ OILS/ACRYLICS
Too delicate - use synthetic brushes instead
📏 Size Guide - Choose Your Perfect Brush
| Size | Hair Length (mm) | Brush Width (mm) | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 17.0 | 3.7 | Small details, miniatures |
| 2 | 18.0 | 4.4 | Small washes, studies |
| 0 ⭐ | 19.0 | 6.0 | POPULAR - Perfect starter size |
| 1 ⭐ | 21.0 | 7.0 | BESTSELLER - All-purpose |
| 2 | 23.0 | 7.6 | TOP CHOICE - Medium washes, landscapes |
| 4 | 35.0 | 10.8 | Large areas, backgrounds |
| 6 | 43.0 | 16.0 | Full sheet washes |
| 8 | 52.0 | 19.5 | Large format painting |
| 10 | 54.0 | 23.0 | Professional large works |
| 12 | 57.0 | 25.2 | Exhibition-size paintings |
🧼 Brush Care Guide
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📋 Technical Specifications
🔍 Quick Summary:
✅ Perfect for: Watercolour artists of all levels
✅ Best with: Watercolours, inks, gouache
✅ Why choose it: 3x better water retention, German quality
🎨 Professional Quality That Lasts
Choose your perfect size and experience the Da Vinci difference.
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