Nyalox

Nyalox abrasive brushes are for removing paint and rust from wood, metal, tile and masonry. For homeowners and contractors preparing a surface for refinishing, the range offers end, cup and wheel shapes to suit the area you need to reach.

Nyalox is Dico Products’ nylon abrasive brush line. Dico is a division of the Divine Brothers Company. The Divine Brothers established Dico in 1892, and Dico describes its business as family owned.

Choose the shape around access

You’ve got choices in both shape and size. Nyalox wheel brushes come in 3-inch and 4-inch sizes, alongside a 3/4-inch end brush and a 2 1/2-inch cup brush. Choose around clearance.

Consider an end brush when access is tight and you need to approach the work end-on. A cup shape suits an approach squarely onto an open face. Consider a wheel where its edge can reach the work, such as along an exposed edge or a narrow strip. Allow room for the tool body as well as the brush.

Pay attention to the surface left behind

Nyalox brushes are infused with abrasive material. The surface you leave behind matters as much as the paint or rust you take off. On wood you’ll stain or tile that will remain visible, test a hidden patch and inspect the texture before continuing.

For rust removal on metal, brushing is part of the preparation. Clean away loose residue and follow the coating’s preparation directions before painting.

Match the brush to your tool

The Nyalox range includes brushes for drills, angle grinders and bench grinders. The listed end, cup and wheel brushes are mandrel mounted. Check the individual brush’s mounting requirements and rated speed against your tool before mounting it.

Brush sizes and mounting

Brush shape	Listed size	Mounting
End	3/4 inch	Mandrel mounted
Cup	2 1/2 inches	Mandrel mounted
Wheel	3 inches	Mandrel mounted
Wheel	4 inches	Mandrel mounted

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Nyalox abrasive brushes used for?

Nyalox abrasive brushes remove paint and rust from wood, metal, tile and masonry. If you’re preparing a surface for a new finish, inspect the cleaned area before coating it; removing the old material is only part of getting the surface ready.

What sizes do Nyalox brushes come in?

The listed Nyalox brushes include a 3/4-inch end brush, a 2 1/2-inch cup brush, and 3-inch and 4-inch wheel brushes. Choose a size that lets you reach the work while leaving clearance for the tool body.

Can you use Nyalox brushes in a drill?

The Nyalox range includes brushes for drills, angle grinders and bench grinders. Check the mounting requirements and rated speed of the individual brush against your tool before fitting it.

Can you use Nyalox brushes on wood?

Wood is one of the intended surfaces for Nyalox abrasive brushes. Because they’re abrasive, test a hidden area first if the wood will remain visible, especially under stain, where a change in surface texture can show.