Purdy XL Elite Monarch paint brushes pick up and lay off more paint than regular brushes, so you get the job done quicker without losing any quality from the finish. This brush works extremely well with emulsion paint and can be used with all paints and stains, whether oil or water based. The bristles consist of Chinex & Orel blend synthetic filaments which last up to five times longer than a natural bristled brush and they have been hand chiseled for exceptional precision when cutting in.