Final Rinse and Water Removal

What happens here

After removing most of the paint, the creator empties the now cloudy water from the bucket and refills it with clean water. He repeats the 'patting process' by pressing the paintbrush bristles into the bottom of the bucket and swirling it around, working water up into the ferrule and flushing it back down, to ensure all remaining paint is washed out. He suggests performing this step with clean water at least two times, or until only clean water runs off the brush. Once satisfied with the cleanliness, he then takes the brush and, holding it over the bucket, gently taps and 'flairs out' the bristles against his shoe (or any hard surface) to remove excess water and help them maintain their proper shape. He warns against hitting the brush too hard, as this can damage the ferrule or handle.

Goal: Rinse the brush completely clean and remove excess water.