Abstract: A paint brush, having a handle extending from a stock into which bristles are fastened is provided with and adapter to which an extension rod or pole may be attached. The adapter is connected to the stock adjacent to the termination of the handle in the stock, and at an angle to the handle. The adapter, handle and stock, are in coplanar arrangement. The adapter is constructed to releasably receive an extension rod, preferrably in threaded engagement. With the extension rod, the improved paint brush may be used to paint floor and ceiling mouldings and the junction between floors and ceilings without the aid of a ladder.