Série DRY BRUSHEst. 1965·Vilanova i la Geltrú, Spain
Vallejo Dry Brush Set — Synthetic Domed
·4.0·2 reviews·Made in Spain
Material
Synthetic (Synthetic)
Shape
Domed
Handle
Short
Vegan
Yes
Best for
Acrylic, Miniature Paints
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A simple three-size drybrush set in natural hair for miniature painters, model builders, and terrain work.
This set is built around the drybrushing technique, where paint is loaded sparingly and then worked across raised surfaces to catch edges and textures. The three sizes, small, medium, and large, give the painter a straightforward progression for everything from small details to broader terrain and vehicle surfaces. That makes the set especially useful for miniature and model painters who want a dedicated drybrush toolkit.
Natural hair is a useful choice for this role because it can feel soft and responsive while still carrying enough paint for controlled texture work. The size progression makes it easy to dedicate one brush to small highlights, one to general use, and one to larger scenery or armour surfaces. Compared with buying individual brushes, the set offers a neat, ready-made solution for effect painting. It is practical, focused, and well suited to hobbyists who use drybrushing regularly.
What makes this brush special
The set should feel soft, resilient, and comfortable for repeated texture work. Natural hair dry brushes usually offer a slightly different drag and paint release than synthetic ones, which can be useful when building subtle highlights. The short-handled format is ideal for close model work and quick movement at the bench. Overall, this is a specialised set made for efficient surface effects rather than precision detail.
Medium compatibility
Acrylic
Best with properly thinned acrylics, especially for detail and glazing.
Miniature Paints
Works well with fluid hobby acrylics for detail, layering and controlled basecoating.
Great for
Miniature and model drybrushing.
Terrain, armour, and worn texture effects.
Hobbyists who want a natural-hair drybrush trio.
Technique & use
Drybrushing
Less ideal for
Fine line work or precise freehand painting.
General-purpose watercolour use.
Set contents coming soon — we're documenting every brush in this collection.
How to care for your brush
Natural hair dry brushes should be treated a little more gently than synthetic ones. Rinse them after use in cool or lukewarm water, and if paint residue remains, clean them with a mild brush soap. Avoid hot water and do not soak the ferrule. Drybrushes do not need a perfect point, but they should still be reshaped lightly and stored so the head keeps its form. Let them dry fully before putting them away. A separate storage spot is ideal, because drybrushes can become rough with regular use and should not be mixed with your detail brushes.
