What Is a Wire Brush?
A wire brush is a brush with bristles made of metal, as opposed to soft plastic like a toothbrush.
A wire brush is used to remove stains that can only be removed by hard scrubbing or to remove rust or paint.
There are different types of wire brushes, such as those shaped like large toothbrushes, those with a straight brush tip, and those with a wide brush. They are classified not only by shape but also by the material of the bristles.
Uses of Wire Brushes
Wire brushes are made of metal, so the bristles are very hard and rarely bend when force is applied.
They are mainly used for cleaning but are also sometimes used to remove paint.
How to Select Wire Brushes
There are two main points in choosing wire brushes.
If you choose by shape, choose a brush that matches the shape and size of the area to be used.
If the area to be cleaned is large, choose a wide oval-type brush. If you’re cleaning the inside of a tank or other surface, you’ll get better results by choosing a curved tip that makes it easier to scrape corners. For cleaning tubular objects, it is recommended to use a threaded brush with spiral bristles.
Other types of brushes include wire brushes called wheel brushes that are attached to a motor and rotate.
Wire brushes are made of two main types of materials. The first is brushes made of very hard materials such as stainless steel or steel. The second is brushes made of brass, which is a slightly softer material. The stainless steel type is suitable for removing hard stains such as rust because it does not bend even if you rub it vigorously, but it is also easily scratched. Brass brushes are less prone to scratches, but they bend more easily.