Brushes and rollers may be cleaned immediately after use by being suspended in this mixture. In a few hours, practically all of the paint pigment settles in a layer beneath the bristles. The solvent mixture may be used repeatedly. When the pigment has settled, the brush may be removed and hung in circulating air to dry. For best results, the brush then should be washed in soapy water and rinsed. If the brush is to be used again immediately, it may be rinsed in solvent instead of drying and water wash.