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Hi folks, im currently using GW brushes at the mo, but i've got my eye on the army painter brushes, anyone have any ideas if they are any good, or any other brushes in similar price range.

I use a variety of sizes but the finer ones seem to loose their point, and larger ones start to fray, so brushes get relegated to scenery brushes then.

First thing to buy is some brush soap and learn about caring for your brushes properly, you can keep a brush almost perfect for years with proper care.

I believe rosemary and co brushes are the best bang for the buck, I'm not quite sure which range tho.

I'm using lucas brushes 00 (much cheaper,and nice quality)
but it alsow depends how well you taking care of brush (mine are alwayst in water,of course after cleaning)

Natural brush fibre, especially sable, seems to hold its point far better than synthetic, so is recommended for detail work. Costs a fortune, but lasts well if you look after it, washing it properly as above.

For just slapping on a basecoat, you can use pretty much anything. Do avoid the ultra cheapies though, they tend to shed hairs like a moulting cat... :(

Most people would recommend W&N Series 7 brushes. I have a few and are really nice, although I am still relatively new to painting so my opinion doesn't hold as much weight as some of the awesome painters on Dakka.
Also, at about £9 for a size 0 you want to take good care of it, but again, on alot of great feedback I bought some masters brush cleaner & conditioner over ebay from the states and does wonders for them.
If not try rosemary and co (https://www.rosemaryandco.com/index.php)
Supposedly on par with W&N but at a much better price.

As was mentioned, you need brush cleaner. Any brush will fray in short order if you don't use brush soap. Almost any brush will last years if you do use brush cleaner.

Get some Master's Brush Soap & Preserver. A 5$ jar will last you 2 years of consistant use.

How often do you guys use brush cleaner?

I use a small amount of hand soap after I've finished a painting session, but how often should I be using the cleaner?

Hand soap is supposed to be too harsh for natural bristle brushes like sable, and will wear them out too quickly.

I use brush soap every time. A 5$ tub can last well over a year.

Royal Fine Sable is what i use. I got a pack of brushes for 12 bucks and they work like a charm. You chould be able to get them at hobby town.

I use army painter brushes, if you take care of them, they will stay great.

Thanks for the info folks, first thing to do is get the brush soap, it'll be hobbycraft (in the UK).

Does it matter what the brushes are designed for, for example there is a huge selection of artists brushes but just a small section for model painting brushes, I suppose you could use either.