Trekell Opal Brushes

Trekell Opal Synthetic Hog Bristle Artist Brushes - Long Handle for Oil and Acrylic Painting

The Opal Synthetic Hog Bristle brush is built for artists who want the strength and performance of traditional hog bristle with the consistency and durability of a high-quality synthetic.

Like all Trekell premium synthetic brushes, Opal features a blend of varying filament diameters with carefully tapered tips that more closely mimic the performance of natural brush hair. This advanced filament construction provides excellent paint pickup, smooth paint flow, and responsive handling that cheaper synthetic brushes with uniform, blunt-cut filaments simply can't match.

What sets Opal apart is its firm synthetic filament, engineered to replicate the strength, resilience, and stiffness of natural hog bristle. The smooth to slightly textured filaments make it ideal for pushing thick paint, building texture, and creating bold, confident brushstrokes while maintaining the consistency and durability only a synthetic brush can provide.

Each brush is made with our Thermyx™ filament. During manufacturing, the bristles are heat-set to create built-in shape memory that helps the brush maintain its structure, edge, and performance over time.

If the bristles begin to lose their shape, a quick dip in simmering water can help restore them closer to their original form. For best results, reshape the bristles while warm and allow them to dry in place. Applying Trekell Brush Restorer while the bristles dry will help the bristles hold their shape longer between painting sessions.

The 10-inch long handle provides balance and reach, giving you the control needed for both detailed work and larger, expressive applications.

Why Artists Choose Trekell Opal Synthetic Hog Bristle

• Blend of varying filament diameters for a more natural, responsive feel
• Carefully tapered tips for improved paint pickup and control
• Firm synthetic filament engineered to mimic natural hog bristle
• Smooth to slightly textured filaments for controlled application and texture building
• Thermyx™ filament provides built-in shape memory and longevity
• Excellent snap, durability, and shape retention
• Ideal for oil, heavy body acrylics, and impasto techniques
• Synthetic and vegan-friendly materials
• Comfortable 10-inch long handle for reach and control
• Available in Round, Bright, Flat, Long Flat, Filbert, and Long Filbert

These are not disposable brushes. They are tools made to perform, last, and be worth maintaining.

Find your perfect shape and experience the difference of Opal Synthetic Hog Bristle.

Designed in Japan • Made in Sri Lanka