When I used to use cleaner, I just poured it into an old coffee jar and let it sit until it separated, and then I'd just pour off the clean bit at the top, leaving the sediment at the bottom. Now I say when I used to use cleaner. I no longer use it because I found I can clean brushes just as well if not better in warm water and hand soap.. I don't want any of that brush cleaner in my painting, nor do I want the overpowering stench of the cleaner in my house. So I have several brushes of each size. I don't use Bob Ross branded ones, just cheap bristle brushes and a couple of liner brushes. On paint, I do like Winsor Newton Winton paint, but Art Spectrum and Rowney Georgian are about the same consistency, so I use them too.
AWESOME WILD, Thanks for the love bro.....thats very cool!! Glad it works for you too!! I love the filter trick too!! Also very clever!! Keep rockin our world with your awesomeness!!!!!
No Thank You... It was a super awesome suggestion and love it. Just goes to show ya, some of the best ideas come from the community :) Make sure to keep those awesome ideas flowing so I can steal them and take all the glory MUAH HA HA 😜 Glad we can share tips and tricks :)
OMG, the syringe is brilliant! I've thought about the cheese cloth before (but never actually used it, because I'm usually too lazy to go upstairs and get it when I start cleaning the solvent bucket) It is a kitchen tool and I never think of it while I'm up there for a 'future' solvent cleaning. If I don't do the conversion to water soluble paints, I'll definitely get this when I buy more paints/solvent. man, just brilliant.
This way of cleaning your thinner gives me so much ideas it's a really great little system you have there, but want me to blow your mind even more ? The syringe you are using is far from being an optimal piece of equipement these are for baking, look for an "Oil Change Syringe" or a "Fluid Extractor Pump" you will have more capacity and it will be way less tiring to use if you're doing it often, i recommand you to use that and everyone who does their oil change by themselves will recommand you to use that too. Thank you for your videos you're very inspiring i hope you continue to create more content about oil painting !
@@WildCreates You don't need to worry about that if you keep using the same jars and don't empty the sediment jar. Just pour off what you need into the other jar and when that's dirty pour it back into the sediment jar to settle and reuse the clean from the top again. Eventually when the jar is too full of sediment to use it again, pour off what you can of clean thinner, seal the sediment jar and dispose of it safely. Or scoop out the sediment into a bag and dispose of it.
CONGRATS YOU JUST HIT TEN THOUSAND SUBS 🥳🥳🥳 (btw I'm actually in a different country sooooo if it's 5:00 in the morning on you guys it's 5:00 in the afternoon in us)
Coming in clutch again with an absolutely brilliant and super helpful video Btw, I did a chemistry degree and I can verify, using filter paper takes an age😂
OH MY GOSH... Genius.... You literally blew my mind. I have not tried this but going to when I have to clean my thinner next. Thanks for sharing this little DIY hack.
Do you know the best way to store your paint tubes? I used to just lie them down but I remember a video you did and can't remember if it's better to stand them straight up or upside down. Also do you know how to prevent your paint tubes from getting holes in them? Ive been using the big Bob Ross paint tubes and I guess they are made out of aluminum or something like that and from mushing them around to mix the paint they get little pin holes in them. Unfortunately I don't think they make the big tubes in soft plastic, I could be wrong though. Thank you
If you can store them top down, I've found that best. Same for brushes while they're drying after cleaning. I bought the Mezzo Brush and Paint racks from Jerry's Artarama. The racks allow for paint tube to be stored top down and after your brushes are dry, bristles up. On my easel, I found magnetic strips on Amazon with adhesive backing to store my big brushes. It's very convenient, my pallet knives and big brushes are right there. For smaller brushes, lay them on a flat surface to dry after cleaning. Once completely dry, then you can store them bristles up. The reasons for this is to keep solvents out of the ferrules which can cause damage to your brushes and the glues used. You can also use paint keys to help get all the paint out of the tubes. They also help keep the holes to a minimum. However, the holes aren't a big deal as the paint dries, the holes get sealed.
@@broadwayblueshirts6160 www.jerrysartarama.com/mezzo-artist-paint-brush-racks www.amazon.com/dp/B07QVM39VN?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share Not sure if these links will post.
My Bob Ross bucket says, do not keep your cleaner in this bucket. What do you keep it in? Do you dump it into some other container after you finish painting each picture?
For me that’s what I do. When I’m done painting for the day I have a glass jar which is big enough to hold the thinner and I just pour it out of the bucket and into the jar and twist the top on.
I put a gallon sized zip lock bag in my Bob Ross buckets. They fit perfectly. This helps make clean-up much easier and buckets clean. Allow a few days for separation, pour off the clean spirits, then just pull the bag out. Siphon off any remaining clean spirits, and dispose of the bag. Super easy. A 2nd bucket is most helpful.
@@MsPepermintpatty Lymphoma took Bob out. Whether or not it was partly due to the years of exposure to the VOCs still present in odorless thinner or whether it was other factors, who knows. But, I'm pretty sure the VOCs didn't help. I developed a sensitivity to odorless thinners. I started getting headaches when I painted. So, recently I switched to water mixable oils to further reduce my exposure to the VOCs in thinners. I also switched to Chelsea Lavender Ckeaner for my final rinse of my brushes. Its an all natural, petroleum free solvent. It's expensive, but I'll pay to continue paintimg without getting massive headaches. I still have a bucket of Gamsol that I use for the big brushes, but it lives outside, and it is a final rinse bucket.
When I used to use cleaner, I just poured it into an old coffee jar and let it sit until it separated, and then I'd just pour off the clean bit at the top, leaving the sediment at the bottom. Now I say when I used to use cleaner. I no longer use it because I found I can clean brushes just as well if not better in warm water and hand soap.. I don't want any of that brush cleaner in my painting, nor do I want the overpowering stench of the cleaner in my house. So I have several brushes of each size. I don't use Bob Ross branded ones, just cheap bristle brushes and a couple of liner brushes.
On paint, I do like Winsor Newton Winton paint, but Art Spectrum and Rowney Georgian are about the same consistency, so I use them too.
I am glad that you found a process that works for your needs and style... Happy Painting.
AWESOME WILD,
Thanks for the love bro.....thats very cool!! Glad it works for you too!! I love the filter trick too!! Also very clever!!
Keep rockin our world with your awesomeness!!!!!
No Thank You... It was a super awesome suggestion and love it. Just goes to show ya, some of the best ideas come from the community :)
Make sure to keep those awesome ideas flowing so I can steal them and take all the glory MUAH HA HA 😜
Glad we can share tips and tricks :)
Thank you for sharing this for us new painters.
My pleasure 😊
OMG, the syringe is brilliant!
I've thought about the cheese cloth before (but never actually used it, because I'm usually too lazy to go upstairs and get it when I start cleaning the solvent bucket) It is a kitchen tool and I never think of it while I'm up there for a 'future' solvent cleaning.
If I don't do the conversion to water soluble paints, I'll definitely get this when I buy more paints/solvent.
man, just brilliant.
I was suppressed at how well this work. I use it to get that last few ounces of thinner out when cleaning. If its on sale I say give it a try
This way of cleaning your thinner gives me so much ideas it's a really great little system you have there, but want me to blow your mind even more ? The syringe you are using is far from being an optimal piece of equipement these are for baking, look for an "Oil Change Syringe" or a "Fluid Extractor Pump" you will have more capacity and it will be way less tiring to use if you're doing it often, i recommand you to use that and everyone who does their oil change by themselves will recommand you to use that too. Thank you for your videos you're very inspiring i hope you continue to create more content about oil painting !
No joke I think the one I purchased was recommend for tending to farm animals and such ha ha ha... Its a nice multi-tool
Blue shop rags work better than coffee filters. Goes through so much easier
I never tried that - Thanks for the suggestion. I am gunna try that for sure 💪
My fav part of the video is definitely that $5 3 second animation, thanks bro 😂
Glad you enjoyed!
It was worth the money then ha ha ha
Your videos always have helpful info. You have great energy!
I appreciate that!
Gotta keep you excited and motivate to stay creative :)
Great tip! Another helpful video 😊
Glad it was helpful!
Great video. Thank you.
Thank You - I hope the video helped you out!
@@WildCreates cool! Keep going. I wait to see day when you have 100 000 subscribers and then 1 000 000.
I will try my best buddy :)
Can u make a video on branches. The right brush the right technique for it.
I sure can - I will add it to the list for ya.
:)
Thanks man‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️
awsome tips thnxs:D
Glad you like them!
I have plenty more on my channel :)
I just use glass containers and just pour them over when the top layer is clear
That is normally what I do too BUT this tool allows you to get ever last clean drop which is super nice 😃
me too
@@WildCreates You don't need to worry about that if you keep using the same jars and don't empty the sediment jar. Just pour off what you need into the other jar and when that's dirty pour it back into the sediment jar to settle and reuse the clean from the top again. Eventually when the jar is too full of sediment to use it again, pour off what you can of clean thinner, seal the sediment jar and dispose of it safely. Or scoop out the sediment into a bag and dispose of it.
Very helpful tips!!
Glad you think so!
Pretty sure ive commented on this already but doing it again so my man can go to the expo!
Heck Ya buddy :)
CONGRATS YOU JUST HIT TEN THOUSAND SUBS 🥳🥳🥳 (btw I'm actually in a different country sooooo if it's 5:00 in the morning on you guys it's 5:00 in the afternoon in us)
Thanks Buddy - Cool things coming soon :)
Coming in clutch again with an absolutely brilliant and super helpful video
Btw, I did a chemistry degree and I can verify, using filter paper takes an age😂
Ha ha ha - Some of the best ideas come from the community :)
Coffee Filters work but YES.... you might be waiting a while ha ha ha
Have you thought about using chopsticks and rubber bands to trap the sediment at the bottom of your zip lock bag?
OH MY GOSH... Genius.... You literally blew my mind.
I have not tried this but going to when I have to clean my thinner next. Thanks for sharing this little DIY hack.
Do you know the best way to store your paint tubes? I used to just lie them down but I remember a video you did and can't remember if it's better to stand them straight up or upside down. Also do you know how to prevent your paint tubes from getting holes in them? Ive been using the big Bob Ross paint tubes and I guess they are made out of aluminum or something like that and from mushing them around to mix the paint they get little pin holes in them. Unfortunately I don't think they make the big tubes in soft plastic, I could be wrong though. Thank you
If you can store them top down, I've found that best. Same for brushes while they're drying after cleaning. I bought the Mezzo Brush and Paint racks from Jerry's Artarama. The racks allow for paint tube to be stored top down and after your brushes are dry, bristles up. On my easel, I found magnetic strips on Amazon with adhesive backing to store my big brushes. It's very convenient, my pallet knives and big brushes are right there.
For smaller brushes, lay them on a flat surface to dry after cleaning. Once completely dry, then you can store them bristles up.
The reasons for this is to keep solvents out of the ferrules which can cause damage to your brushes and the glues used.
You can also use paint keys to help get all the paint out of the tubes. They also help keep the holes to a minimum. However, the holes aren't a big deal as the paint dries, the holes get sealed.
@@PicksPaints Thanks for all the info. I'll check out Jerry's Atrarama for those racks.
@@broadwayblueshirts6160 you're most welcome. Always happy to help!
@@broadwayblueshirts6160 www.jerrysartarama.com/mezzo-artist-paint-brush-racks www.amazon.com/dp/B07QVM39VN?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share Not sure if these links will post.
You can take these strips and make a drying shelf like I did here: th-cam.com/video/6-Yp77Rzn0U/w-d-xo.html
wouldn't the solvent be extra pure if you suck it up with the syringe and then put it through the filter or cheesecloth
Nope - you want your thinner nice and clean.
My Bob Ross bucket says, do not keep your cleaner in this bucket. What do you keep it in? Do you dump it into some other container after you finish painting each picture?
For me that’s what I do. When I’m done painting for the day I have a glass jar which is big enough to hold the thinner and I just pour it out of the bucket and into the jar and twist the top on.
I put a gallon sized zip lock bag in my Bob Ross buckets. They fit perfectly. This helps make clean-up much easier and buckets clean. Allow a few days for separation, pour off the clean spirits, then just pull the bag out. Siphon off any remaining clean spirits, and dispose of the bag. Super easy. A 2nd bucket is most helpful.
@@broadwayblueshirts6160 Thank you so much. I just noticed that warning on the Bob Ross bucket. I've been worried about cancer.
@@PicksPaints Thank you also. I don't know why I just noticed that warning and I'm concerned about the way Bob died.
@@MsPepermintpatty Lymphoma took Bob out. Whether or not it was partly due to the years of exposure to the VOCs still present in odorless thinner or whether it was other factors, who knows. But, I'm pretty sure the VOCs didn't help. I developed a sensitivity to odorless thinners. I started getting headaches when I painted. So, recently I switched to water mixable oils to further reduce my exposure to the VOCs in thinners. I also switched to Chelsea Lavender Ckeaner for my final rinse of my brushes. Its an all natural, petroleum free solvent. It's expensive, but I'll pay to continue paintimg without getting massive headaches. I still have a bucket of Gamsol that I use for the big brushes, but it lives outside, and it is a final rinse bucket.
First again!
Thanks for watching buddy :)