What are the 4 parts to a paint brush?

• A. Handle, Setting, Ferrule, Stock
• B. Bristles, Label, Shaft, Grip
• C. Handle, Ferrule, Stock, Bristles
• D. Handle, Ferrule, Stock, Tip

Answer: (C)

Paint brushes are built from four essentials: the handle, ferrule, stock, and bristles. The handle is the part you grip for control. The ferrule is the metal band that clamps the bristles to the handle, keeping everything aligned and secure. The stock is the brush head portion that anchors the bristles and ferrule, providing the backbone for the brush. The bristles are the working end that actually picks up and lays down the paint, coming in natural or synthetic types for different paints and finishes. Other options list parts that aren’t standard for a brush’s main components, like a label, setting, shaft, grip, or tip.