Speedball® Block Printing Water-Soluble Ink, Red, 2.5oz

Pioneering the manufacturing of water-based inks for over 75 years!

Speedball Water-Soluble Block Printing Inks print in bold color and dry to a rich, satiny finish. Available in 16 brilliant colors, including 3 process, 5 metallics and 6 fluorescents across 5 sizes, these inks are great for printing with linoleum, wood or soft block surfaces onto paper. Three captivating new ink colors, Bluestone, Cornsilk, and Leaf Green, are recently added to the lineup. Safe for use in the classroom, all colors carry the AP Seal and clean up easily with soap and water.

Speedball’s heritage in printmaking began over 75 years ago by pioneering the manufacturing of water-based inks. Since that time, Speedball has become a true one-stop-shop for all things lino printing, offering the broadest range of inks, surfaces, tools & accessories and block printing kits available on the market today.

About Speedball Block Printing Water-Soluble Ink

• Water Based Ink - Water soluble with excellent workability for a consistent print result every time. Prints bold and dries to a rich, satiny finish. Applies easily and delivers smooth uniform coverage with no clumps - ideal for beginners and pros alike. Ultra low odor and easily cleans up with soap and water.

• Create Gorgeous Prints - Great for printing on paper or cardboard with linoleum, wood or soft block surfaces, flexible printing plates or polyfoam

• Ground and Milled to the Perfect Consistency – Ink has a tack that ensures even coverage and allows for consistent, spectacular results every time

• Safe for the Studio & Classroom - All colors carry the AP Seal tested to be safe and non-toxic by the Arts & Creative Materials Institute, so you can print with peace of mind.

• Made In USA - Proudly manufactured in Statesville, NC. Over 75 years ago we pioneered the formulation of water based inks - we strive for consistency and quality in every batch. Our dedicated Customer Service team is available to help with any part of the block printing process.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What does water-soluble mean? Water-soluble inks are formulated to be dissolvable by water.  This means that the inks will move, bleed or rinse off when encountering water after printing.

• Can I remove Speedball’s Water-Soluble Inks from my clothing? Speedball’s Water-Soluble Block Printing Inks can be removed from clothing.  As quickly as possible, blot the excess ink from the fabric.  Place a stain remover (e.g. Tide, Shout, etc.) to pre-treat the area and then wash as directed.

• What is the open time for Speedball’s Water-Soluble Block Printing Inks? While superior to the open time offered by competitive water-soluble block printing inks, Speedball’s Water-Soluble Inks do dry more quickly than oil-based alternatives.  Environmental factors like humidity and temperature can also impact the ink’s open time.  To increase working time, simply add Speedball’s Water-Soluble Block Printing Ink Retarder during roll-out.

• What modifiers are available for use with Speedball’s Water-Soluble Block-Printing Inks? The following modifiers are available for use with Speedball’s Water-Soluble Block Printing Inks:

  Speedball’s Water-Soluble Block Printing Ink Retarder:  Slows ink’s drying time while maintaining viscosity;  Speedball’s Water-Soluble Block Printing Ink Transparent Extender Base:  Creates subtle, transparent colors while maintaining viscosity;  Speedball’s Water-Soluble Block Printing Ink Pearlescent Base:  Adds shimmering/iridescent effects to water-soluble ink colors.

• What surfaces can I use with Speedball’s Water-Soluble Block Printing Inks? Speedball’s Water-Soluble Block Printing Inks are ideal for printing with linoleum, wood or soft block surfaces.  They are also suitable for use with polyprint plates or Styrofoam.

• What brayers are recommended for use with Speedball’s Water-Soluble Block Printing Inks? Soft Rubber Brayers are ideally-suited for use with Speedball’s Water-Soluble Block Printing Inks.  Speedball’s Water-Soluble Block Printing Inks are also suitable for use with Foam Brayers.