PRODUCT NAME
“Tùng” in Vietnamese means pine — a symbol of strength and endurance.
The Lobeo Calligraphy Brush – Tùng features a large handle, providing a stable and solid feel with every stroke. The large brush tip is made from a blend of horse hair, goat hair, and synthetic fibers.
With its excellent water retention, the brush absorbs and holds water deep within the core, allowing it to create large washes effortlessly. At the same time, it can still produce very fine and long lines when controlled carefully (see the stroke chart for reference).
BRISTLES
- Material: Rabbit hair combined with synthetic fibers
- Bristle Length: 2 cm
- Bristle Diameter: 1 cm
HANDLE
- Material: Wood
- Handle length: 18 cm
- Other: The brush has a tassel hanging cord at the end of the handle.
SEGMENT: BEGINNER
Note: To meet different creative needs, Lobeo Art divides its brushes into three segments: Beginner, Professional, and Collector.
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Beginner Series:
Affordable and accessible, suitable for beginners and practice. As each brush is handcrafted, this series may have a lower level of finish compared to the higher-end lines. Customers may choose according to their needs.
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Professional Series:
Brushes in this series use more carefully selected materials and undergo stricter quality control, offering higher consistency and stability.
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Collector Series:
These brushes feature distinctive designs, materials, or stories. They are not only painting tools but also carry aesthetic and collectible value.
PACKAGING
FEATURES
The Lobeo Calligraphy Brush – Tùng features a relatively large handle, providing a stable and solid feel with every stroke. The large brush tip is made from a blend of horse hair, goat hair, and synthetic fibers. With its excellent water retention, the brush absorbs water deep into the core, allowing it to create large washes effectively. In addition to broad strokes, the brush can also produce very fine and long lines with control (see the stroke chart for reference).
- Recommended for watercolor or poster colors.
- Not recommended for acrylic paint to avoid damaging the brush.
- A mid-range brush, suitable for artists looking for a versatile tool, beginners starting their journey, or collectors who want to explore and experience new brushes.
RECOMMENDED PAINTING MEDIA
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Watercolor
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Gouache
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Poster colors
⚠️ Not recommended for acrylic or oil paints, as these may damage the bristles.
(However, due to its affordable price, artists who frequently use animal-hair brushes with harsher media may still consider this brush.)
INSTRUCTIONS – REMOVING BRISTLE GLUE (NEW BRUSH PREPARATION)
Before first use, it is important to remove the factory glue from the bristles to prevent damage to paint and artwork.
Once the glue is removed and the brush is fully saturated with water, the brush will reveal its true working shape.
Basic Glue Removal Steps:
- Step 1: Soften the glue
Soak the brush tip in water for 1–2 minutes to soften the glue.
Hold the brush by hand and do not let the bristles touch the bottom of the container, as this may damage the brush tip.
(Smaller brushes may require less soaking time.)
- Step 2: Release the glue
Gently squeeze the bristles from the ferrule toward the tip to help dissolve the glue gradually.
Avoid pulling or applying excessive force to prevent breaking or loosening the bristles.
- Step 3: Rinse
Rinse under gently running water while lightly stroking the bristles until there is no sticky feeling left on your fingers.
Note: Larger brushes require more thorough rinsing, as glue may remain deep inside the core.
- Step 4: Reshape the brush tip
Use your fingers to reshape the bristles back to their original form.
For round brushes, you can gently roll the tip on a towel, paper, or mixing palette to achieve a finer point.
- Step 5: Dry naturally
Allow the brush to air-dry naturally. Avoid direct sunlight or hot air dryers.
BRISTLE SHEDDING
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Note: As a handcrafted brush, slight bristle shedding may occur during the first 1–2 uses, which is completely normal.
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If excessive shedding continues after 5–6 uses, please contact Lobeo for a replacement.
BRISTLES AFTER DRYING
After glue removal, especially with animal-hair brushes, the bristles may appear softer and fluffier when dry and may not return to their glued factory shape.
Once the brush absorbs water, it will regain its proper form.
Over time, if the bristles feel stiff, dry, or lose their softness even when wet, this indicates that the bristles have deteriorated.
CARE & STORAGE
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Rinse the brush thoroughly after each use
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Store in a dry, well-ventilated place
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Avoid leaving the brush standing in water for long periods, as this will damage the brush shape
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Avoid placing dry bristles facing downward on surfaces that may deform the brush tip
