sign painting supplies
The brushes, paint, and leaf working sign painters actually reach for — not general art supplies.
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Most popular: Mack Jet-Stroke Flats + Grey Quills + 1 Shot Enamel
Top Sign Painting Supplies
Mack Jet-Stroke Flats (1962)
America’s favorite lettering flat. Heavy paint load for large letters and fills.
America’s favorite lettering flat. Heavy paint load for large letters and fills.
1 Shot Enamel
The standard since 1948. Clean flow for lettering and pinstriping.
The standard since 1948. Clean flow for lettering and pinstriping.
Grey Quills 189L
Excellent all-around quill for medium to small lettering.
Excellent all-around quill for medium to small lettering.
Brown Quills 179L
Softer brown squirrel. Preferred for glass and smooth surfaces.
Softer brown squirrel. Preferred for glass and smooth surfaces.
Soft Stroke Flats (1992)
Softer brown version of the classic Jet-Stroke. Sizes and full sets.
Softer brown version of the classic Jet-Stroke. Sizes and full sets.
Gold & Silver Leaf + Gilding
Genuine leaf, size, and specialized gilding brushes.
Genuine leaf, size, and specialized gilding brushes.
Sword Stripers & Pinstriping Brushes
Mack Series 10 & 20 and other sword stripers for clean lines.
Mack Series 10 & 20 and other sword stripers for clean lines.
Outlining & Lining Brushes
Series 838 and 839 for clean outlines and detail work.
Series 838 and 839 for clean outlines and detail work.
Mastering Layout by Mike Stevens
Learn to combine letter styles so signs actually win.
Learn to combine letter styles so signs actually win.
Brush Cleaner & Spray Bottles
Mack spray bottles and cleaners to keep brushes working longer.
Mack spray bottles and cleaners to keep brushes working longer.
Lettering Brushes
Mack Jet-Stroke Flats (1962)
America’s favorite lettering flat. Heavy paint load for large letters and fills.
America’s favorite lettering flat. Heavy paint load for large letters and fills.
Soft Stroke Flats (1992)
Softer brown version. Available in sizes and full sets.
Softer brown version. Available in sizes and full sets.
Grey Quills 189L
Excellent all-around quill for medium to small lettering.
Excellent all-around quill for medium to small lettering.
Brown Quills 179L
Softer brown squirrel. Preferred for glass and smooth surfaces.
Softer brown squirrel. Preferred for glass and smooth surfaces.
Paint & Leaf
1 Shot Enamel
The standard since 1948. Clean flow for lettering and pinstriping.
The standard since 1948. Clean flow for lettering and pinstriping.
Gold & Silver Leaf
Genuine leaf, size, and specialized gilding brushes.
Genuine leaf, size, and specialized gilding brushes.
Books
Mastering Layout by Mike Stevens
Learn to combine letter styles so signs actually win.
Learn to combine letter styles so signs actually win.
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Quick Guide: How to Choose a Brush
For glass or smooth surfaces
Use Brown Quills 179L. Softer hair gives better control on slick surfaces.
Use Brown Quills 179L. Softer hair gives better control on slick surfaces.
For general lettering
Grey Quills 189L are the better all-around choice for most commercial work.
Grey Quills 189L are the better all-around choice for most commercial work.
For large letters and fills
Mack Jet-Stroke Flats (1962 or 1992) carry more paint and cover faster.
Mack Jet-Stroke Flats (1962 or 1992) carry more paint and cover faster.
FAQ
Best brush for glass?
Brown Quills 179L.
Brown Quills 179L.
1962 vs 1992 flats?
Both are excellent. 1992 Soft Stroke Brown is slightly softer.
Both are excellent. 1992 Soft Stroke Brown is slightly softer.
How to clean 1 Shot brushes?
Clean with proper thinner, then condition with light oil.
Clean with proper thinner, then condition with light oil.
What size flat for large letters?
1/2" and 3/4" Jet-Stroke flats are common for big fills and large lettering.
1/2" and 3/4" Jet-Stroke flats are common for big fills and large lettering.
Starter Recommendations
New to sign painting
Grey Quill 189L + 1 Shot enamel + Mastering Layout book.
Grey Quill 189L + 1 Shot enamel + Mastering Layout book.
Vehicle / pinstriping work
1 Shot enamel + sword striper + detailing brushes.
1 Shot enamel + sword striper + detailing brushes.
Glass or gold leaf work
Brown Quills 179L + gold leaf + size + soft gilding brushes.
Brown Quills 179L + gold leaf + size + soft gilding brushes.
Related Categories
Lettering Brush Comparison Guide
Compare Jet-Stroke flats, Soft Stroke flats, and Grey vs Brown quills side by side.
Compare Jet-Stroke flats, Soft Stroke flats, and Grey vs Brown quills side by side.
All Brushes
Full selection of lettering, outlining, and pinstriping brushes.
Full selection of lettering, outlining, and pinstriping brushes.
Gold Leaf
Genuine gold and silver leaf, size, and gilding tools.
Genuine gold and silver leaf, size, and gilding tools.
Paints
1 Shot enamel and sign painting paints.
1 Shot enamel and sign painting paints.
1 Shot Enamel
Full range of 1 Shot colors and sizes.
Full range of 1 Shot colors and sizes.
Books
Layout, lettering, and gold leaf technique books.
Layout, lettering, and gold leaf technique books.
How-To Guides
Sign Painting How-To Basics
Practical starting points for hand lettering and brush work.
Practical starting points for hand lettering and brush work.
Gold Leaf Techniques
Application methods and tools for traditional gilded signs.
Application methods and tools for traditional gilded signs.
Gold Leaf Application
Step-by-step guidance for working with genuine leaf.
Step-by-step guidance for working with genuine leaf.
Quick Comparison
Grey Quill 189L vs Brown Quill 179L
Grey = better all-around, more snap.
Brown = softer, preferred for glass and smooth surfaces.
Grey = better all-around, more snap.
Brown = softer, preferred for glass and smooth surfaces.
1962 vs 1992 Flats
Both are strong Jet-Stroke style brushes.
1992 Soft Stroke Brown is slightly softer in feel.
Both are strong Jet-Stroke style brushes.
1992 Soft Stroke Brown is slightly softer in feel.
Call 1-800-531-3359 to confirm stock or get a recommendation.
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