How to prevent mold on your Wet Palette?
General Information #
Redgrass wet palettes are designed to help inhibit the growth of mold, not to produce it. Mold (or mould) is a type of fungus that can only propagate if it already exists in your environment. Mold spores from your surroundings may find favorable conditions on a wet palette or a damp foam pad, but the palette itself does not generate it. To limit mold growth on your palette, ensure you clean it thoroughly and remove any existing sources of mold.
Mold is not considered a product or warranty failure as it depends on the diligence in cleaning your painting tools. We cannot provide replacements for items affected.
Tips to reduce the occurrence of mold on your palette #
- Clean the foam and palette regularly (as per our FAQ).
- Frequently change the water you use to rinse your brushes and clean the container – ideally before each painting session.
- Make sure your brushes are properly cleaned before use – this is especially critical if you’re using an old brush to mix/blend paint on your palette.
- After cleaning your foam and palette, let the foam air dry before using it again.
- In certain regions, deionized or distilled water may be required, but this is generally not necessary in parts of the world where tap water is safe to drink.
- If you have control over the temperature and humidity of your painting space, cooler conditions are preferable.
Further cleaning suggestions #
The palette (tray and lid) can be cleaned in a dishwasher or by hand using dish soap and warm water, or a mixture of water and white vinegar, or a few drops of lemon juice. The foam pad should be cleaned with dish soap and warm water, avoiding stronger cleaning agents. If you observe signs of mold on the foam, it should be discarded.
