Airbrush: Cleaning

Because Liquitex Acrylics are water-soluble, they can be easily cleaned from the airbrush while wet. Do not allow acrylic paint or mediums to dry in the airbrush.

While working:
Back flush clean water through the airbrush, periodically. You may get paint buildup on the tip of the airbrush needle and in the spray cap. Remove buildup using your fingernail, occasionally removing the needle for a more thorough cleaning. While taking short breaks, airbrushes can be stored in a container of water with tip submerged to keep the paint from drying. Do not immerse the entire airbrush in water.

Final Clean Up:
1. Use water, an ammonia based window cleaner or airbrush cleaner to spray through the airbrush for back flush clean by placing the finger over the front of the brush (depending on type of airbrush). Spray cleaner through the airbrush into a paper towel.
2. Allow some cleaner to remain in the airbrush for about 15 minutes to loosen any stubborn deposits.
3. Follow this by spraying water through the brush until clean.
4. Remove acrylic that has dried onto the outside of the airbrush with denatured alcohol.
5. Do not soak plastic washers, seals or handles in alcohol.