Discover Excellence with the Corona Cortez Brush
Meet the industry standard for professional painters - the Corona Cortez Brush, SKU: 18560. This brush boasts a legacy of excellence and is our most sought-after choice among seasoned painters.
Key Features:
- Angular design for precise application
- Red-Gold Nylon/Polyester blend bristles for exceptional performance
- Hand-formed chisel for optimal control
- Un-lacquered hardwood sash handle for a comfortable grip
- Durable stainless steel ferrule for lasting reliability
The Corona Cortez Brush is a classic in the world of painting tools. Its angular design allows for precise and smooth application, making it an invaluable companion for professional painters and DIY enthusiasts alike.
Crafted with a Red-Gold Nylon/Polyester blend, this brush offers exceptional performance and durability. The hand-formed chisel ensures optimal control, while the un-lacquered hardwood sash handle provides a comfortable grip during long painting sessions. The stainless steel ferrule enhances its longevity, making it a brush you can rely on project after project.
Elevate your painting game with the Corona Cortez Brush - a timeless favorite among painters.
Corona Excalibur vs. Corona Cortez
Both are professional, angular sash brushes built for precise cutting-in and smooth finishes. Choose based on the coating you use most and the feel you prefer.
| Feature | Corona Excalibur | Corona Cortez |
|---|---|---|
| Filament | 100% Chinex® synthetic | Red-Gold™ nylon/polyester blend (Tynex/Orel) |
| Stiffness & Feel | Stiffer, springy backbone for great control with higher-build paints | Medium stiffness for a smooth, forgiving layoff on trim and doors |
| Best With | Modern water-based acrylics & waterborne alkyds; also works in all coatings | General water-based trim paints; versatile across a wide range of coatings |
| Head / Cut | Angular sash with hand-formed chisel; deep, flagged tips for fine finish | Angular sash with hand-formed chisel for crisp cutting-in |
| Handle | Unlacquered hardwood sash handle | Unlacquered hardwood handle |
| Ferrule | Stainless steel | Stainless steel |
| Cleanup | Easy wash-out; Chinex resists softening & wear | Easy cleanup; durable synthetic blend |
Which should you choose?
- Pick Excalibur if you use higher-build acrylics or waterborne alkyds (e.g., cabinet & trim enamels) and want a slightly stiffer, snappier cut line.
- Pick Cortez if you want a versatile, smooth-laying brush for everyday trim and cutting-in across common water-based paints.
Both brushes are professional-grade, hand-crafted, and deliver excellent paint pickup and release. Choose the size that fits your task (narrower for sash and profiles; wider for doors and casings).
From the manufacturer
Life Guarantee
This brush is guaranteed against manufacturing defects. The setting of the bristles or filaments is absolutely guaranteed. Loose or broken handles will be repaired or replaced at no extra cost.
Exchange or replacements will be made according to the amount of wear on a brush
Not covered by this guarantee are: hardened heel, misused, abused, or brushes broken by "sidewalk patting".
For tips on properly maintaining this fine professional paint brush follow the cleaning instructions supplied on the keeper.
Cleaning Instructions
These simple instructions will insure a longer working life for your Handmade Professional quality Corona paint brush.
- Clean immediately after use with recommended cleaning agent for coating applied. Quick drying paints may require additional cleaning during application.
- New formulation acrylic and alkyd-modified coatings may require a mineral spirit-rinse in addition to water/soap clean up.
- Use a brush comb to straighten filaments before storing. Then hand to dry in the Corona brush keeper.
