and vice versa. But the long brush for paste-work and gold is most generally used by professional decorators, and they usually have the faculty of securing those tools which will do the best work in the least possible time.
There is nothing, however, to prevent the use of other kinds and shapes of brushes, if the same results can be obtained. It is largely a matter of choice ; and persons are perfectly justified in exercising their own discretion, and even whims, and selecting that brush, whether it be long or short, which gives the most satisfaction, and enables the individual to produce the best work.
It will be found necessary, during a few hours' painting, to frequently wash out the brush before changing from one color to another.
It is customary to have at hand for this purpose a cup containing turpentine, If turpentine is offensive, alcohol may be substituted. When wishing to free the brush of color, it is not necessary to disturb the sediment at the bottom of the cup ; but gently shake the brush on the surface of the turpentine, and if necessary press lightly n the sides of the cup.
Never stir up the entire contents unnecessarily. One excellent plan, whereby brushes may be cleansed, and at the same time the turpentine kept comparatively clean for painting, is to simply dip
