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product_id: 65359178
title: "Princeton Catalyst Filbert Brush, Synthetic, Short Handle, Size 8, 1 Count"
brand: "princeton"
price: "R18"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 10
category: "Princeton"
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# Holds high volume of paint smoothly Superior stiffness & shape retention Synthetic flagged bristles for precision Princeton Catalyst Filbert Brush, Synthetic, Short Handle, Size 8, 1 Count

**Brand:** princeton
**Price:** R18
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🖌️ Elevate your brush game—where precision meets power in every stroke!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Princeton Catalyst Filbert Brush, Synthetic, Short Handle, Size 8, 1 Count by princeton
- **How much does it cost?** R18 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/65359178-princeton-catalyst-filbert-brush-synthetic-short-handle-size-8-1)

## Best For

- princeton enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted princeton brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Compact Short Handle Design:** Ergonomically crafted for professional control and comfort during extended creative sessions.
- • **Maximized Paint Holding Capacity:** Advanced PolyTip bristles hold more paint, ensuring smoother, uninterrupted strokes.
- • **Versatile for Medium to Heavy Paints:** Effortlessly handles acrylics, oils, and heavy gel mediums without losing integrity.
- • **Unmatched Durability & Shape Retention:** Outperforms natural bristles with superior stiffness and long-lasting form.
- • **Precision Engineered Synthetic Bristles:** Each fiber is split into 2-3 tips, mimicking natural bristle flags for flawless control.

## Overview

The Princeton Catalyst Filbert Brush Size 8 features breakthrough synthetic bristles with split tips that replicate natural bristle flags, delivering superior paint holding and smooth application. Designed for medium to heavy-bodied acrylics and oils, this short-handled brush offers unmatched stiffness, durability, and shape retention, making it a top choice for professional artists seeking precision and control.

## Description

Product description Catalyst Polytip Filbert 8 Short Handle This short handled Catalyst Polytip Bristle brush by Princeton features a size 8 filbert head. Catalyst brushes are designed with a stiff yet still extremely responsive synthetic hair that has real integrity in water. Each individual hair has been split to replicate the natural flags on the finest natural bristle. Designed for use with medium to heavy-bodied acrylics and oil paints, catalyst is able to hold a higher volume of paint while providing a smoother application. Catalyst Polytip Bristle Catalyst Polytip Bristle brushes are another Princeton breakthrough that advances the science of synthetic hair. This new series is super stiff yet still extremely responsive. Unlike natural hog bristle, Catalyst has real integrity in water. Natural bristle can be rendered useless when it is water-soaked. The true advance in Catalyst is the Polytip feature. For the first time, the tip of each individual hair has been split to replicate the natural flags on the finest natural bristle. By giving each individual hair 2 to 3 distinct tips, Catalyst is able to hold a higher volume of paint while providing a smoother application. Designed for use with medium to heavy-bodied acrylics and oil paints, Catalyst pushes even heavy gel media with assurance. Catalyst Polytip Bristle brushes truly are tools that move paint.

Review: Excellent quality - I purchased this for my daughter to use, at her request, for a collage project assigned in one of her art classes. It came highly recommended as a good, stiff brush suitable for application of Mod Podge. She really liked using it, saying it felt good in her hand (handle was just the right length), spread the Mod Podge evenly, and the stiff bristles were also ideal for smoothing her homemade tissue prints onto the canvas. She noticed it did not shed bristles as she worked - it is really very well made. The brush cleaned up nicely and still looks brand new even after being used for a large collage project. This should last the entirety of art school - and beyond.
Review: an excellent brush and will be worth your money - Short version: it is an excellent brush and will be worth your money. Long version: I have tried all sorts of brushes out there... cheap and pricey. I purchased the #6 Filbert (short handle) and absolutely love my new brush. I’ve only had it for a few days but it’s been subjected to lots of oil paint and cleaning, and I am pleased to say it does not splay like a natural hog bristle brush would after the extensive use/washing I’ve put it through. I’ve noticed other brushes separate when wet/in use but this one does not and I am very glad for that. The brush also has the perfect balance of softness and spring, especially for my firm oil paints. I honestly never considered purchasing a half synthetic / half natural bristle brush but I am glad that I purchased this brush. In just a few days I’ve come to the conclusion that it was worth the money I paid for it, and I will certainly purchase these brushes again in the future. I have not tried it with acrylics yet but am almost certain it would perform just as well.

## Features

- BREAKTHROUGH TECHNOLOGY—The Catalyst series features paintbrushes with synthetic bristles where each individual fiber has been split to replicate the natural flags on the finest natural bristle
- ADVANCED POLYTIP BRISTLES—Each fiber has two to three distinct tips, allowing the brush to hold a high volume of paint while providing a smoother application and better control
- BETTER THAN NATURAL BRISTLES—Unlike natural hog bristles, our artist paint brushes offer real integrity, maximum stiffness and the best color holding capacity and shape retention.
- MADE TO MOVE PAINT—Catalyst brushes are designed for use with medium to heavy-bodied acrylics and oil paints. They can even push heavy gel mediums with assurance.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00N9B55U2 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #40,052 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ( See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ) #7 in Filbert Art Paintbrushes |
| Brand | Princeton |
| Brand Name | Princeton |
| Bristle Type | Flagged Bristle |
| Color | Light Wood |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 243 Reviews |
| Handle Type | short handle |
| Item Type Name | Paintbrush |
| Item Weight | 0.02 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Princeton |
| Manufacturer Part Number | P6450FB8 |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | N/a. |
| Material | Wood |
| Material Type | Wood |
| Model Number | P6450FB8 |
| Paint Type | Oil,Acrylic |
| Set Name | Single Catalyst Paintbrush |
| Size | Size 8 |
| UPC | 757063645913 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Princeton
- **Bristle Type:** Flagged Bristle
- **Color:** Light Wood
- **Material:** Wood
- **Size:** Size 8

## Images

![Princeton Catalyst Filbert Brush, Synthetic, Short Handle, Size 8, 1 Count - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41aGRkXyaFL.jpg)
![Princeton Catalyst Filbert Brush, Synthetic, Short Handle, Size 8, 1 Count - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51f-rsdk4AL.jpg)
![Princeton Catalyst Filbert Brush, Synthetic, Short Handle, Size 8, 1 Count - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41gPqXcve9L.jpg)
![Princeton Catalyst Filbert Brush, Synthetic, Short Handle, Size 8, 1 Count - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51pKWuD6JjL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent quality
*by A***R on March 13, 2026*

I purchased this for my daughter to use, at her request, for a collage project assigned in one of her art classes. It came highly recommended as a good, stiff brush suitable for application of Mod Podge. She really liked using it, saying it felt good in her hand (handle was just the right length), spread the Mod Podge evenly, and the stiff bristles were also ideal for smoothing her homemade tissue prints onto the canvas. She noticed it did not shed bristles as she worked - it is really very well made. The brush cleaned up nicely and still looks brand new even after being used for a large collage project. This should last the entirety of art school - and beyond.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ an excellent brush and will be worth your money
*by L***E on March 1, 2018*

Short version: it is an excellent brush and will be worth your money. Long version: I have tried all sorts of brushes out there... cheap and pricey. I purchased the #6 Filbert (short handle) and absolutely love my new brush. I’ve only had it for a few days but it’s been subjected to lots of oil paint and cleaning, and I am pleased to say it does not splay like a natural hog bristle brush would after the extensive use/washing I’ve put it through. I’ve noticed other brushes separate when wet/in use but this one does not and I am very glad for that. The brush also has the perfect balance of softness and spring, especially for my firm oil paints. I honestly never considered purchasing a half synthetic / half natural bristle brush but I am glad that I purchased this brush. In just a few days I’ve come to the conclusion that it was worth the money I paid for it, and I will certainly purchase these brushes again in the future. I have not tried it with acrylics yet but am almost certain it would perform just as well.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A treasure if a tool!
*by P***V on October 17, 2023*

This brush is terrific! Its short handle and smooth, sturdy, synthetic bristles are ideal for loading lots of paint… and flexible enough for shaping brush strokes! A wonderful brush to work with!

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*Last updated: 2026-05-28*