sign painting supplies
The brushes, paint, and leaf working sign painters actually reach for — not general art supplies.
Top Sign Painting Supplies
America’s favorite lettering flat. Heavy paint load for large letters and fills.
The standard since 1948. Clean flow for lettering and pinstriping.
Excellent all-around quill for medium to small lettering.
Softer brown squirrel. Preferred for glass and smooth surfaces.
Softer brown version of the classic Jet-Stroke. Sizes and full sets.
Genuine leaf, size, and specialized gilding brushes.
Mack Series 10 & 20 and other sword stripers for clean lines.
Series 838 and 839 for clean outlines and detail work.
Learn to combine letter styles so signs actually win.
Mack spray bottles and cleaners to keep brushes working longer.
Lettering Brushes
America’s favorite lettering flat. Heavy paint load for large letters and fills.
Softer brown version. Available in sizes and full sets.
Excellent all-around quill for medium to small lettering.
Softer brown squirrel. Preferred for glass and smooth surfaces.
Paint & Leaf
The standard since 1948. Clean flow for lettering and pinstriping.
Genuine leaf, size, and specialized gilding brushes.
Books
Learn to combine letter styles so signs actually win.
Tell us the surface and letter size. We’ll recommend the right tools.
Quick Guide: How to Choose a Brush
Use Brown Quills 179L. Softer hair gives better control on slick surfaces.
Grey Quills 189L are the better all-around choice for most commercial work.
Mack Jet-Stroke Flats (1962 or 1992) carry more paint and cover faster.
FAQ
Brown Quills 179L.
Both are excellent. 1992 Soft Stroke Brown is slightly softer.
Clean with proper thinner, then condition with light oil.
1/2" and 3/4" Jet-Stroke flats are common for big fills and large lettering.
Starter Recommendations
Grey Quill 189L + 1 Shot enamel + Mastering Layout book.
1 Shot enamel + sword striper + detailing brushes.
Brown Quills 179L + gold leaf + size + soft gilding brushes.
Related Categories
Compare Jet-Stroke flats, Soft Stroke flats, and Grey vs Brown quills side by side.
Full selection of lettering, outlining, and pinstriping brushes.
Genuine gold and silver leaf, size, and gilding tools.
1 Shot enamel and sign painting paints.
Full range of 1 Shot colors and sizes.
Layout, lettering, and gold leaf technique books.
How-To Guides
Practical starting points for hand lettering and brush work.
Application methods and tools for traditional gilded signs.
Step-by-step guidance for working with genuine leaf.
Quick Comparison
Grey = better all-around, more snap.
Brown = softer, preferred for glass and smooth surfaces.
Both are strong Jet-Stroke style brushes.
1992 Soft Stroke Brown is slightly softer in feel.
Waterbase and Acrylic Lettering Flat - Series 2962 Size 1"
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