A paint brush storage and protection device includes an open well having an upstanding wall ending in an upper wall, the wall being continuous from one side of an opening to another; a top with an open channel extending around the perimeter of the top except at and end of an extension area; a hinge connecting the open well to the top; a seal located in the opening; a first latching mechanism associated with the open well and top opposite the hinge; and a second latching mechanism associated with the open well and top in the area of the opening. A paint brush may be placed within the well and the top closed over the well by deflection of the hinge so the upper wall forms a generally airtight connection with the open channel and the seal closes the opening to secure and protect a paint brush.