Jul. 28, 2025
My first fear or doubt from buying anything from Temu was the same as AliExpress; I was concerned about the ability to return an item, but perhaps more importantly, fraud was a huge concern. I know that even when we buy from huge companies like Amazon, Crafters Companion, Jerrys etc, even they fall victim to scammers and fraud. However, the big difference if this unfortunate event should happen to you when buying from any of the above, there is a lot of protection in place for the consumer.
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With a foreign company like Temu, it is difficult to know one way or the other if such protections are in place. Of course you can place your own protections in place such as using PayPal or even using a Credit Card as opposed to debit card, but not everyone has a credit card or not everyone has a PayPal account. Generally speaking, more mature members of our community, perhaps may not use PayPal due to a difficulty in understanding technology and therefore setting up an account. I in no way mean to degrade or put down our more mature community members as I know a lot who have an excellent understanding of tech, a lot more than me in many cases, nevertheless, it can still be a stumbling block and this is why the actually company having protection in place is a bonus.
I set up an account with Temu, planning to purchase some products and test their quality in relation to cost, but also to monitor the safety of ordering directly from the website. In order to really monitor the safety aspect of buying directly from Temu, I knew I was going to have to wait at least a month before concluding on my experience. There was no point in buying something and the second the item arrived, conclude my investigation regarding scams or fraud. Also, on the issue of returning an item, you have 90 days in which to return an item and the return is free, now I have not had to go through that process so I cannot speak to it, but if any of you guys have I would love to hear your experience in the comments section.
After a month, from actually receiving my items and strictly monitoring my bank account, from which I made the payment, I can hand on heart say that no problems existed. The nice thing about having no money in real life, is that when scammers try to take money from your bank account, they get just as upset as I do when I try to take money from my bank account. However, there are a lot of people who have worked hard all their lives, saved and been careful, only to have some low life take everything from them and the law does very little to provide justice and have whatever was stolen, returned.
What I can tell you is this, my experience with purchasing on the Temu website thus far, has been exactly the same as buying from other sites such as Amazon or Ebay. That being said, anyone that is new to buying from big sites, always try to protect yourself as best you can. Even if you don’t have a Credit Card or PayPal account, aside from your main debit card account, you can set up a second account with you bank with no overdraft facility, just the account and when you want to buy something, transfer the amount needed from your Debit or Current Account into your second account and buy from that account. This way should a scammer obtain your details, they will think they are trying to steal from Harry’s bank as there will be no money in there, but your money is safe. I know it is a hassle transferring and setting up a second account, but believe me, it is a lot less hassle than a low life robbing from you what is clearly not theirs.
So your money is as safe with Temu as it is with any other online entity, that is a good start, but what is the quality of the products like? It is relevant to ask this question given the low cost of many items on Temu. Are these items from Temu cheap for a reason? their quality is diabolical? or is it simply just a case of materials and labour is cheaper in countries such as India, China etc?
These are all matters to take into consideration. Another matter that you might take into consideration, and this is purely a matter for your own piece of mind and we all have to make such a decision. Is the cost of materials and labour cheaper because of perhaps breaches in human rights regarding employee ages and conditions in which said employees are forced to work in? I am not suggesting that Temu is in anyway shape or form endorsing such issues given that Temu is like an Ebay platform, in that individuals and stores can sell on the platform? Unfortunately this is a much deeper issue than I am equipped to tackle, but I know it is a subject matter brought up when buying from AliExpress and Temu.
One of the main reason I was drawn to make a purchase from Temu in the first place was the amazing deals being offered to first time buyers. There are always amazing offers and discount codes being provided, but in particular first time buyers are gifted with excellent deals. This is obviously a very clever marking ploy, it grabs a lot of people like me and increases footfall to the platform even if not their to buy.
On my first purchase, I made a purchase of six items in total, all of which combined cost me £28.35 or €33.08 or $35.77. Two of the items in the deal were considered free, but I am going to show you all each individual item purchased and what each item costs at the time of writing this post. It is important you note that the prices provided are at the time of writing this post, because prices on Temu go up and down all the time. If I can recall, the deal was to buy four items and get two free.
The first item on the list was a watercolour brush holder; when I was looking through Temu to buy a few items the watercolour brush holder just jumped out at me, it is very simple and something I have always wanted. I have to add at this point, I am in no way a watercolour expert, however, I have been passionate about watercolours for a number of years and have accumulated my own collection of watercolours both pans and tubes along with a number of varying brushes. If you watch the YouTube video review connected to this article, I showcase the brushes I have purchased and used over the years and they are the backdrop for my determining a quality watercolour brush as opposed to a rubbish one.
The actual watercolour brush holder as you can see from the image is a simple holder made from wood. It does what it is supposed to do and I personally think it looks very pleasing to the eye, it would not look out of place on any artists desk or studio. This item was considered one of the free items in the deal
The Ferrule on these brushes are not the best, which is to be expected, they are not tightly fitted it seems and where crimped to the handle, agin there is gaps allowing for water and paint to seep through and over time perhaps rot the wood handle. The handles are lacquered black with faint Gold print along it, the longest brush which is the Number 12 Round is approximately 22 cm or just under 8.5 inches
So many young artists try watercolours with the brushes that are included in certain sets, most of those brushes are camel hair and retched at best and at worst, totally shatter a young artists impression of the medium, never to be taken further. A set such as this would certainly give such an artist the excellent start they deserve, this set would certainly provide a decent experience without breaking the bank. This set of 12 brushes cost £4.49 or €5.24 or $5.67 as part of the deal and at the time of writing this article £2.79 or €3.26 or $3.52
I am not suggesting the brushes are terrible, not at all, but they are not what the title above and is printed on the packaging would have you believe. Again the brushes can be used with acrylic or oils, but I have used them exclusively with watercolours.
This set of brushes are much bigger that the previous set of 12. In this set the handles are lacquered with a rich red brown color. Here the largest brush is a Number 24 Round all the way down to a Number 0 Round. My only issue with this particular set and it is only a personal issue, I don’t like the length of the handles, for me they are too long and when I see them I think acrylic brushes.
The 24 Round Brush from brush tip to the end of the handle is approximately 33 cm or 14 inches and at the brushes thickest part, close to the crimp of the ferrule, it is 1.7 cm or just over 0.25 inch. The Brushes are Nylon just like the 12 set of Lonely Finger Black Brushes, however I found that this set held a bit more water and delivered a smoother layer of paint.
The handle is lacquered in a gorgeous deep red with Gold print along the handle simply stating the size of the brush, which in this case is “No. 8”, then the company name “Al Sea Ke” followed by “Art Brush China” This is also a Nylon brush, like the other two sets on show, but the belly of this brush is much fuller and therefore holds a significant amount of water.
I tested the brush on my YouTube review of Temu products and not only does the brush absorb a significant amount of water, when lifting the brush out of the water, there is very little dripping, the brush holds the water incredibly well.
I think this would serve a watercolor student really well, I know I am lumping these products in certain categories, according to ability etc, but I just want to make it clear, I am only doing this as a way of depicting quality. The fact of the matter is this, anyone can use any of these brushes, you don’t have to be painting like Rembrandt in order to use a Sable brush, art shouldn’t be like that, we are free to use whatever we like to create, please don’t don’t think I am trying to pigeonhole artists and thier tools.
At the time of purchasing this deal, the Al Sha Ke No 8 Watercolor Brush cost me £8.49 or €9.92 or $10.71 however, at the time of writing this article it has dropped to £7.64 or €8.93 or $9.64
I’ve left my two favourite items and perhaps the two best products for last. This is like the Al Sha Ke brush in that it was a single brush purchase. This is a little smaller in that it is a Number 6 Round or Mop. I know it is not technically a mop brush and I am going to have watercolor experts hang me for this, but I watch so many different watercolor artists and they all call them different things, it can be quite confusing, at least that is my defence for my ignorance and I am sticking to it.
As you can see from the images, this is a gorgeous faux Leather roll holding a selection of 10 different brushes. The roll is made secure using the leather straps wrapped around and on the inside there is a small mesh pocket for adding things like a sharpener, eraser, extra pans, whatever you need.
On the outside of the roll in black print is “Giorgione Since ”, all in all, aesthetically speaking the roll is beautiful, I have the dark brown roll but there is also a light brown roll available. On the inside of the roll there is obviously pockets for the individual brushes included in the set, but if the notion took your fancy, there is nothing stoping you from adding your own brushes. Along the top of the roll, there is a section of material attached so that once the brushes are installed, the material covers the end of the brushes protecting them from dirt and grime that may be in your bag.
Are you planning to do some DIY wall painting but can't decide which brushes you'll need?
When it comes to painting, you're only as good as your brush. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned professional, the brush you're using to paint your wall usually determines the end result. This is why it's a good idea to look for the best brushes for the job at hand.
Selecting the right brush for the right job can be hard, especially for first-time DIY painters. There are four categories to consider when choosing the best wall painting brushes for you.
These categories are material, shape, size, and quality.
The first thing you have to consider when choosing the best brush for painting walls is the material the bristles are made of.
Brushes can be made of various materials but the three main ones are natural, synthetic, or foam.
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Natural brushes often called "China brushes", are made of natural animal hair like boar, horse, or badger. This material absorbs oil-based paint quickly and leaves a smooth finish, depending on its quality. Natural brushes can be cleaned and reused many times.
Synthetic brushes are made of nylon or polyester or a combination of both. This material loads up and releases water-based (latex) paint very well and leaves a smooth even finish. Similar to natural brushes, synthetic brushes can also be cleaned and reused many times.
Foam brush heads are made of foam or other sponge-like material. They generally absorb, hold, and release paint very well regardless of what type of paint it is. Although foam brushes can be cleaned and re-used (with a little bit more effort), they're usually one-use only.
So, which brush material is best for painting walls?
While natural and foam brushes can still be used, synthetic brushes are generally better for painting walls. They load just enough paint, leave a smooth finish without leaving behind stray fibers (unlike natural brushes), and can be washed and reused many times (unlike foam brushes).
A brush's shape should help you paint surfaces better and quicker.
For painting walls, you have two main options. These are flat brushes and angled brushes.
Flat brushes have an even squared edge tip which lets you use them flat against the wall. They can load up a lot of paint and are best used if you want to cover as much of your wall in as little time.
Angled brushes have an angled tip. This type of brush makes it easier to apply paint close to another surface (such as window trim) or when painting anything with grooved walls.
So which brush shape is better?
Unfortunately, this question ends in a draw. The best brush shape will depend on what part of your wall you're trying to paint.
Brushes can come in a variety of sizes and will depend on which part of your wall you're painting.
Smaller 2-2.5 inch brushes are great for cutting into corners.
Bigger 5-6 inch brushes can help you cover surfaces quicker.
Choosing the right sized brush(es) will depend on the size of your wall's surface and the level of accuracy you need to paint it, such as when you're painting next to a ceiling or other section of wall with a different color.
When shopping for brushes, it's often tempting to simply get the cheapest ones and save a few bucks in the process. Leave the pricier brushes for the professionals, right?
The thing is:
When painting anything, the quality of your brushes can determine how good your results are going to be.
While it's true that better brushes usually come with bigger price tags, they also make your work easier, leave better results, and can last several years with proper care after use – just ask anyone who's had quality brushes for years.
So, now that you know what to look for when choosing wall painting brushes, what brushes do we recommend?
The Riverdale Chinex Angle Sash by Premier has a chiseled (angled) edge that makes it ideal for cutting into window sills and corners while still being usable for general flat wall painting.
Developed by the Dupont company, Chinex is a modified nylon bristle that mimics the qualities of natural bristle brushes.
Since paint dries faster outside, this brush lets you clean off dry paint better without getting damaged, unlike natural bristle brushes.
When it comes to staining decks and sidings, you can't go wrong with the Deck Boss by Perdura. Its size makes it ideal for saving time on large surfaces while its quality synthetic bristles work great with water and oil-based paints, stains, sealers, epoxy, and varnish for wood and concrete – plus you can attach it to a pole for better reach.
If you're painting on wood like rough sawn cedar which tend to damage staining brushes, you can replace your Deck Boss with a 4-6 inch natural bristle flat brush instead.
For interior walls, you want your finish to be as smooth as possible.
The Premier Montauk Paint Brush is made of Dupont Tynex and Orel filaments which carry more paint to the tip of the brush while leaving a smoother finish. This brush is also stiffer and keeps its shape better than ordinary nylon brushes which means it's easier to clean after use.
The Montauk's angled tip lets you cut into corners while still doing a great job at general flat painting.
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