# Speedball Black Water-Soluble Block Printing Ink 75ml (2.5 fl oz) | Professional Grade for Lino & Wood Blocks **Brand:** Speedball **SKU:** cea5363 **ASIN:** B0017CZF3C **Canonical URL:** https://crowcrowcrow.com/p/speedball-art-products-company-water-soluble-block-ink/cea5363 **Subcategory:** Categories **Availability:** in_stock **Price (INR, all-inclusive):** ₹1,595 **Discount:** 33% **Customer rating:** 4.60/5 from 362 ratings ## Description Speedball Black Water-Soluble Block Printing Ink (75ml/2.5 fl oz) offers bold colour and a satiny finish for lino, wood, or polyfoam blocks. Cleans up easily with soap and water. Imported from USA, duties included, arrives in 6-8 days. ## Highlights - Bold Colour & Satiny Finish — Achieve vibrant, eye-catching prints with a professional satiny sheen. This black ink dries to a rich, appealing finish, making your artwork stand out. - Easy Soap & Water Cleanup — No harsh solvents needed. This water-soluble ink cleans up effortlessly from blocks, tools, and hands using simple soap and water, saving you time and effort. - Versatile Block Compatibility — Works exceptionally well on linoleum, wood, soft block surfaces, flexible printing plates, and polyfoam, offering flexibility for various printmaking techniques. - Consistent, Even Coverage — Pigments are ground and milled to the perfect consistency, ensuring excellent tack for uniform ink distribution and consistently spectacular results on every print. ## Key features - Created from pigments ground and milled to the perfect consistency for block/relief printing ensuring even coverage and consistently spectacular results - Speedball Water-Soluble Block Printing Inks print bold color and dry to a rich, satiny finish - Great for printing with linoleum, wood or soft block surfaces, flexible printing plates or polyfoam - Cleans up easily with soap and water - 75cc (2. 5oz) Tube ## Why choose this product **Professional Printmaking Performance** — Speedball Water-Soluble Block Printing Ink is engineered for artists who demand quality. Its finely milled pigments and ideal tack ensure bold colour and a satiny finish, providing superior coverage and detail on linoleum, wood, and other block surfaces. Unlike some local alternatives that may have inconsistent viscosity or drying times, Speedball offers predictable, spectacular results. The water-soluble formula simplifies cleanup, allowing more focus on your creative process. This ink is a trusted choice for achieving professional-level prints. **Ideal for Artists & Students** — This ink is perfect for artists, students, and hobbyists working with block or relief printing techniques. Its non-toxic, water-soluble nature makes it safe and easy to use in classrooms or home studios. While it performs exceptionally well on traditional surfaces like linoleum and wood, it also works on newer materials like flexible printing plates and polyfoam. Those seeking vibrant, opaque black ink with easy cleanup will find this an excellent choice. Individuals requiring extremely fast-drying inks for high-volume production might consider solvent-based options, but for most block printing needs, this ink delivers reliable performance. ## How to use 1. Ensure your linoleum, wood, or polyfoam block is carved and ready. Place a clean sheet of paper or fabric on a flat, protected surface for printing. — Prepare Your Block and Surface 2. Squeeze a small amount of Speedball Black ink onto a clean palette or roller tray. Use a brayer to evenly distribute the ink across the block surface, ensuring a thin, consistent layer. — Apply Ink to the Block 3. Carefully press the inked block onto your paper or fabric. Apply even pressure across the block to transfer the ink cleanly. Lift the block gently to reveal your print. — Transfer Ink to Paper 4. Immediately after printing, clean your block, brayer, and any tools with soap and water. Rinse thoroughly to remove all ink residue, ensuring your tools are ready for the next use. — Clean Up ## Product details | Field | Value | |---|---| | Pigment Type | Finely ground pigments | | Key Characteristic | Excellent tack for even coverage | | Allergens | Not specified by manufacturer | | Free From | Harsh solvents | | Recommended Surfaces | Linoleum, wood, soft block surfaces, flexible printing plates, polyfoam | | Drying Time | Dries to a rich finish (time varies with humidity and application thickness) | | Cleanup | Easily with soap and water | | Cost per use | 75 ml tube at 1 ml/print = 75 prints: ₹21.27 per print | | Shelf life after opening | 12 months (typical for art mediums) | | Reapplication math | One 75ml tube can yield approximately 75-100 prints depending on application thickness and coverage area. | | Contraindications | Not suitable for spray application or use on non-porous surfaces without proper preparation. | | Allergens / common irritants | Not specified by manufacturer; patch test recommended for sensitive individuals. | | Brand | Speedball | | Color | Black | | Size | 75ml (2.5 fl oz) | | Container Type | Tube | | Finish | Satiny | | Base Type | Water-Soluble | | Country of Origin | Not stated by manufacturer — US retail version, sourced from authorized US retailers | ## Frequently asked questions ### How to buy an original Speedball Black Water-Soluble Block Printing Ink in India? Purchase directly from crowcrowcrow.com to ensure you receive an original Speedball Black Water-Soluble Block Printing Ink, sourced from authorized US retailers and factory-sealed. All customs duties and GST are included in the listed price, and your order is shipped via ExpressBox tracked delivery to your Indian pincode. ### Is this Speedball ink water-based or oil-based? This Speedball ink is water-soluble, meaning it cleans up easily with soap and water. This makes it a convenient choice for block and relief printing, especially for artists and students who prefer simpler cleanup processes compared to oil-based inks. ### What surfaces can I use this Speedball block printing ink on? This Speedball ink is great for printing with linoleum, wood, soft block surfaces, flexible printing plates, and polyfoam. Its excellent tack ensures even coverage and spectacular results across these diverse printing materials. ### How does Speedball block printing ink compare to local Indian art inks? Speedball ink offers a consistently rich, satiny finish and bold colour due to finely ground pigments and ideal tack, ensuring spectacular results. While local inks vary, Speedball provides a reliable, USA-sourced option with easy water cleanup, often outperforming generic alternatives in terms of pigment quality and consistency. ### What is the drying time for Speedball water-soluble block printing ink? The ink dries to a rich, satiny finish. Drying time can vary based on application thickness, humidity, and local temperature in India. For best results, allow adequate drying time before handling or stacking prints. ### Can I use this ink for screen printing? While primarily formulated for block and relief printing, this ink's consistency may be adaptable for certain screen printing applications on appropriate substrates. However, for dedicated screen printing, Speedball offers specific screen printing inks designed for mesh application. ### What are the benefits of using water-soluble block printing ink? The main benefit is easy cleanup with soap and water, eliminating the need for harsh solvents. This makes it safer and more convenient for artists, students, and home studios, while still providing bold colour and a professional finish. ### Does Speedball ink come in other colours besides black? Yes, Speedball offers its water-soluble block printing ink in a range of colours. This specific listing is for the black variant, known for its bold pigment and satiny finish, suitable for various printmaking projects. ## Compliance No product-specific compliance warnings identified. Standard imported-goods terms apply: customs duties & GST paid; for personal use in India; follow the manufacturer's usage instructions on the packaging. ## Images 1. https://images.crowcrowcrow.com/B0017CZF3C-0.webp 2. https://images.crowcrowcrow.com/B0017CZF3C-3.webp 3. https://images.crowcrowcrow.com/B0017CZF3C-6.webp 4. https://images.crowcrowcrow.com/B0017CZF3C-9.webp 5. https://images.crowcrowcrow.com/B0017CZF3C-12.webp 6. https://images.crowcrowcrow.com/B0017CZF3C-15.webp --- Source: https://crowcrowcrow.com/p/speedball-art-products-company-water-soluble-block-ink/cea5363 Returns: 14 days, free pickup, full refund on genuine issues. Shipping: Free across India, 6-8 days. Prices are all-inclusive (duties + GST).