If you’re like most painters, you probably clean your oil paint brushes between colors by dipping them into a pot of white vinegar and water. But this method is risky because it can cause the paint to break down. Here’s a safer way to clean your brushes:

  1. Fill a small bowl with warm water and add 1 teaspoon of dishwashing soap.
  2. Dip the bristles of each brush into the water and soap solution, making sure to wet the entire brush head.
  3. Squeeze out the excess water and let the brushes dry on a paper towel. ..