A finish can be applied with a good brush.

• A. Rag
• B. Paint roller
• C. Sandpaper
• D. Brush

Answer: (D)

Applying a finish requires control and an even distribution, and a good brush provides that. A brush lets you lay down a smooth, uniform coat and reach edges, corners, and along grain lines where other tools can miss or leave texture. Ragging and wiping have their uses for wipe-on finishes or surface prep, but they don’t give the same even coverage as a brush. Rollers spread coatings quickly on flat areas but can leave nap marks and are hard to maneuver in tight spots. Sandpaper isn’t for applying finish at all; it’s for smoothing surfaces before finishing. So a brush is the best choice for applying a finish.