Skip paintbrush cleanup, eliminate cleaning chemicals and stop water waste with paintbrush vacuum storage for house painting. Paintbrush Guard helps by eliminating the need for frequent rinsing, preventing toxic residue from entering waterways, reducing chemical discharge, and minimizing overall waste.

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25-Pack Paintbrush Vacuum Storage Bags

25-Pack Paintbrush Vacuum Storage Bags

Regular price $26.90 USD
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The vacuum bags are designed to vacuum seal your unwashed paintbrushes, made for the Paintbrush Guard Vacuum Sealer. These vacuum sealing bags are durable and reusable, eliminating the need to waste vacuum bags after each painting break.

Reusable vacuum storage bags for paintbrushes

Durable and reusable vacuum sealing bags contribute to reduced waste. One vacuum bag can be used multiple painting sessions.

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Seal paintbrushes without rinsing, reducing water usage by 5 - 10 gallons or more for each painting session.

Eliminates the need for harsh solvents when cleaning paintbrushes. Rinsing paintbrushes with toxic chemical is bad for the environment. Paintbrush vacuum storage supports eco-friendly painting pracitces. 

Reduces paintbrush cleaning time from 15 minutes to under one minute each break. Making short or long painting breaks easier and better, both for your time management and the planet earth.

Reduce costs on cleaning supplies and paintbrush replacements with vacuum technology. Dried out bristles during breaks are history, welcome to vacuum paintbrush storage!

Shipping Policy

Your parcel ships from our warehouse in California, USA.

Shipping Cost:

Orders over $100 shipping is free.

Shipping cost is $7.90 for orders below $100. 

Shipping and processing time:

*USA: You can expect your parcel to arrive within 3-7 business days.

Refund & Refund

We have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return.

To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.

To start a return:
Contact us at order@paintbrushguard.com

If your return is accepted, we’ll send you a return shipping label, as well as instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted.

Damages and issues:
Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective or damaged, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right.

Return Costs for Damaged Goods: If your Paintbrush Guard is damaged, you will not be charged for return shipping. 

Refunds:
We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method within 10 business days.

Return costs: If your return is accepted you will be responsible for the return shipping costs. We charge a flat return shipping & handling fee at $9.90.

Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too. 

If more than 10 business days have passed since we’ve approved your return, please contact us at order@paintbrushguard.com.

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How it Works

Vacuum-sealing keeps paintbrushes wet without rinsing, stopping microplastics and paint residue from entering drains entirely. No cleaning needed between uses means zero discharge of these toxics, protecting local water supplies. Paintbrush Guard saves you time, money and frustration while reducing environmental waste.

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Wipe Off Excess Paint

After painting, gently wipe any excess paint from the bristles using the edge of your paint can. This prevents buildup and ensures a clean seal without mess. Perfect for both water-based and oil-based paints.

After painting, gently wipe any excess paint from the bristles using the edge of your paint can. This prevents buildup and ensures a clean seal without mess. Perfect for both water-based and oil-based paints.

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Insert into the Vacuum Bag

Place the wet paintbrush (bristles first) into one of the reusable vacuum sealing bags.

Place the wet paintbrush (bristles first) into one of the reusable vacuum sealing bags.

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Vacuum Seal the Bag

Attach the Paintbrush Guard vacuum sealer to the bag's valve (or follow the tool's instructions for your model). Activate the sealer to remove the air, creating an airtight vacuum. This locks in moisture and prevents the paint from drying out.

Attach the Paintbrush Guard vacuum sealer to the bag's valve (or follow the tool's instructions for your model). Activate the sealer to remove the air, creating an airtight vacuum. This locks in moisture and prevents the paint from drying out.

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Store Safely

Once sealed, store the bag in a cool, dry place (away from direct heat or sunlight). Your brush will stay fresh and ready for hours, days, or even months. No cleaning needed until you're done with the painting project!

Once sealed, store the bag in a cool, dry place (away from direct heat or sunlight). Your brush will stay fresh and ready for hours, days, or even months. No cleaning needed until you're done with the painting project!

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4 Facts about house painting pollution

Here are 4 facts about house painting pollution, focused on the environmental harm from washing paintbrushes and sending paint residue/toxics down the drain.

Each ties directly to how Paintbrush Guard helps by eliminating the need for frequent rinsing, preventing toxic residue from entering waterways, reducing chemical discharge, and minimizing overall waste.

Person rinsing a paintbrush under running water from a faucet.
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Paintbrush washing is a recognized source of microplastic pollution

Acrylic and latex paints (common in house painting) contain plastic polymers that break down into secondary microplastics when brushes are washed. These tiny particles flow into wastewater, pass through treatment plants (which remove only 80–95%), and end up in rivers, lakes, and oceans, harming aquatic life. Paintbrush Guard Vacuum Storage keeps brushes wet without rinsing, stopping microplastics and paint residue from entering drains entirely.

Acrylic and latex paints (common in house painting) contain plastic polymers that break down into secondary microplastics when brushes are washed. These tiny particles flow into wastewater, pass through treatment plants (which remove only 80–95%), and end up in rivers, lakes, and oceans, harming aquatic life. Paintbrush Guard Vacuum Storage keeps brushes wet without rinsing, stopping microplastics and paint residue from entering drains entirely.

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Traditional brush cleaning sends toxic chemicals and pigments into waterways

Even "low-VOC" household paints often contain biocides, heavy metals, and other additives that become pollutants when washed down the drain. This contaminated runoff can disrupt ecosystems, poison fish, and contribute to groundwater pollution. Paintbrush Guard benefit: No cleaning needed between uses means zero discharge of these toxics, protecting local water supplies and reducing your home's environmental footprint.

Even "low-VOC" household paints often contain biocides, heavy metals, and other additives that become pollutants when washed down the drain. This contaminated runoff can disrupt ecosystems, poison fish, and contribute to groundwater pollution. Paintbrush Guard benefit: No cleaning needed between uses means zero discharge of these toxics, protecting local water supplies and reducing your home's environmental footprint.

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Rinsing brushes wastes water and amplifies contaminated discharge

Cleaning a single paintbrush under running water can use up to 11 gallons per session, while improper outdoor hosing sends untreated paint residue directly into storm drains (bypassing treatment plants) and pollutes streams/lakes. Paintbrush Guard store brushes airtight for days or months without drying out, no water or rinsing required, slashing water waste and preventing polluted runoff.

Cleaning a single paintbrush under running water can use up to 11 gallons per session, while improper outdoor hosing sends untreated paint residue directly into storm drains (bypassing treatment plants) and pollutes streams/lakes. Paintbrush Guard store brushes airtight for days or months without drying out, no water or rinsing required, slashing water waste and preventing polluted runoff.

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Over 50 million paintbrushes are discarded annually, largely due to improper cleaning

Many DIY and professional painters throw away hardened brushes to avoid messy/toxic cleaning, adding to landfill waste and indirect pollution (from manufacturing new ones). Frequent rinsing also shortens brush life. Paintbrush Guard benefit: Keeps bristles soft and reusable indefinitely without cleaning, extending brush life and cutting down on unnecessary discards and resource waste.

Many DIY and professional painters throw away hardened brushes to avoid messy/toxic cleaning, adding to landfill waste and indirect pollution (from manufacturing new ones). Frequent rinsing also shortens brush life. Paintbrush Guard benefit: Keeps bristles soft and reusable indefinitely without cleaning, extending brush life and cutting down on unnecessary discards and resource waste.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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How long can I store my paintbrush in a vacuum sealed bag?


Paint brushes can remain fresh and usable for several months when properly vacuum sealed.

Does vacuum sealing work with all types of paint?


Yes, the method works with water-based, oil-based, and latex paints.

Will vacuum sealing damage my expensive brushes?


No, vacuum sealing actually helps preserve brush quality by preventing bristles from drying out or becoming misshapen.

How do I properly clean my brushes before vacuum sealing?


No cleaning is required - that's the benefit! Simply vacuum seal your brush immediately after use.

Can I reuse the vacuum sealing bags?


Yes, the bags are designed for multiple uses, making them a cost-effective and sustainable solution.

What if air gets into my sealed bag?


Simply re-seal the bag to maintain the vacuum. It's recommended to check seals after a week if you are going for a long-term storage.

We have successfully tested a 1 year sealed paintbrush, fresh paint and ready for work!

Is this method suitable for professional painters?


Yes, many professional painters use this method to save time and maintain brush quality across multiple jobs.

How does Paintbrush Guard help the environment?


It removes water and chemical waste by not having to wash off paint.

Also, Paintbrush Guard improves paintbrush lifespan and reducing waste.

What's the initial investment needed to start?


You'll need vacuum sealing bags and a sealer, but the cost is quickly offset by savings on brush replacement and cleaning supplies.