Drying a brush with a hairdryer

[Whilliam]

On the coolest, lukewarm setting--just to get rid of excess moisture--way short of completely drying the brush.

Good idea or not?

TIA

[rajagra]

Waste of time.
If the brush dries slowly it will be fine.
If it is still damp when you use it next day it will be fine.

[ackvil]

I use the hair dryer only when I travel and before I pack my brush. First, I gently shake it, then rub it gently over a towel. I leave my brush out to air dry until I am ready to leave. If the brush has not completely dried I then use the hair dryer to get it dry and then pack it in my travel bag.

[Oblique Human]

Waste of time.
If the brush dries slowly it will be fine.
If it is still damp when you use it next day it will be fine.

+1

[Marco]

On the coolest, lukewarm setting--just to get rid of excess moisture--way short of completely drying the brush.

Good idea or not?

TIA

Once I asked Brett (the Vulfix/Simpson General Manager) exactly the same question. His answer: "Yes, you can use a hairdryer to dry your brush. Just remember not to use extra hot air, warm is ideal".

[pipskicks]

Waste of time.
If the brush dries slowly it will be fine.
If it is still damp when you use it next day it will be fine.

Just an FYI, a member in here sent a brush in to get some work done and there was mold found in his knot, he now uses Marvacide. His name is passing my memory right now, but if you search you will find the threads.

[franz]

I'd only consider this when traveling, if I had to seal up an otherwise damp brush for a day or two.

[cb91710]

That's one reason I have a cheap Frank's turnback dedicated to travel.
If it funks or molds, I'll toss it and buy another one.