An Alligator brush is an essential tool for any aspiring — or experienced — signwriter. Admired across Australia for their high quality and superior on-the-job performance, Alligator brushware is the paintbrush with bite!
Learn more about Alligator Brushes and purchase brushes individually here.
Alligator brushes are specialised tools for signwriters, renowned for their durability and superior performance. Unlike traditional paint brushes used for large-scale painting,Alligator brushes feature thinner bristles and uniquely pointed tips. This design allows for precise and intricate detailing common insignwriting.
For traditional sign painters who hand paint,Alligator brushes are an essential part of their toolkit due to their specialised design and versatility. Featuring flat edges, chisel edges and dagger liners, they enable users to create detailed images and text with ease.
AnAlligator brush is typically thinner and more finely tapered than a regular paint brush, making it ideal for producing smooth, delicate and consistent strokes.
Alligator signwriting paint brushes are crafted from a variety of premium materials, including sable, squirrel and synthetic fibres. Each brush features a sturdy wooden handle, allowing for easy manoeuvrability and precise control over the surface of the sign.
They include high-quality bristles, robust handles and thin bristles. The fine tapering ensures that the brushes can produce clean strokes, allowing you to finish the job to the highest standards.
Each kit features a specificAlligator brush style in various sizes:
Poster Lettering and Writing Chisel Edged Sable and Ox Blend Long (18867 Series)— This set is perfect for beginners and those on a budget. The sable and ox blend provides a good balance of stiffness and flexibility.
Dagger Liner Brush— Made from squirrel hair, this brush is perfect for pinstriping. Its unique shape allows for detailed and perfect lines.
Flat Poster Talutky Squirrel Blunt— This soft-feeling squirrel brush is flat and ideal for ticket writing. Its smooth finish ensures clean and crisp lines for poster work.
Absolutely,alligator brush kits are designed for various skill levels, ensuring excellent results for all users. Whether you're new to the craft or a professional, our kits provide the right tools to enhance your work.
They are popular in professional signwriting, artistic studios, commercial settings and home DIY projects. Renowned for their strength and practical design, these brushes are essential tools for users across diverse industries and creative fields.
Alligator brushes are used in professional signwriting, truck pinstriping, ticket writing, crafting, painting and other artistic activities.
Alligator signwriting brushes are available in a wide range of sizes and styles, allowing you to tackle just about any style of lettering you require. Each kit includes a selection of brushes in different sizes, ensuring you have the right tool for every task, whether it's detailed fine work or larger, broader strokes.
Here are basic care and maintenance tips:
Rinse brushes immediately after use with warm water and mild soap to remove all paint or debris.
Gently reshape the bristles while they are still damp to maintain their original form.
Allow brushes to air dry completely before storing. Avoid leaving them bristle-side down to prevent damage.
Store brushes in a cool, dry place, preferably upright or in a brush holder, to maintain their shape and condition.
Our selection includes surface prep solvents, high-gloss enamel and fast-drying flat enamel. Additionally, we provide digital liquid laminates that offer resistance to weathering, scratching and UV fading, ensuring your signage remains vibrant and durable.