<p><strong>Frayed bristle brushes</strong> , called <em>ashirai kebo</em> in Japan, are traditional tools used in kintsugi finishing.<br><br> They are specially designed to handle gold or silver powder ( <em>keshifun</em> type) and are used in the final phase, the <em>ua-nuri</em> , where the lacquered surface is sprinkled with metallic powder.</p><p><br> Made from natural bristles, these brushes combine quality and precision, essential for neat finishes.</p><p><br> <strong>Available sizes:</strong></p><ul><li><p> <strong>Size S (ashirai)</strong> : used to collect and apply gold or silver powder</p></li><li><p> <strong>Size M (harai)</strong> : intended to remove excess powder from the repaired ceramic</p></li></ul>