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When to use Ink versus paint for stenciling? Both paint and ink can be used for stenciling very effectively. Both can provide a great look and create long-lasting stencil. However, each medium has its particular strengths and weaknesses. This blog will discuss and explain the pros and the cons of both Ink and paint. What are the Benefits of Paint? Paint is great a great medium for stencils and the most commonly used medium. It has lots of positives There are paints for any surface You can get virtually any color. It is readily available. What are the negatives of using Paint for stenciling? There is usually clean up with paint They can create fumes or require a It requires clean-up of the paint and the applicator. Paint is thicker and will build up on stencils faster than ink so if you are using a stencil many times you will have to clean it. What are the benefits of ink for Stenciling? Stenciling inks are great and especially good for certain types of work. Stenciling inks have can be great Easy to set up and apply and put away. They do not require a special space or ventilation. Stencils can be used many times before cleaning is required. What are the limitations of stenciling with ink? There are a limited amount of colors. The applicators are great but are very difficult to change to a different color. They do not work on asphalt or grass. What is stenciling Ink? Stenciling ink is designed to be permanent and to stick to most porous and non-porous surfaces. The inks that we sell are good for cardboard, paper, wood, metal, and most plastics. They are designed to dry and harden on any surface. Stenciling ink is different from normal inks which are designed to be absorbed and which are hard to control while stenciling. They can over-absorb into paper and this will create bleed. Our stenciling inks are a great choice What are common uses for stencil inks? Marking packaging or shipping containers whether Wood, cardboard, or plastic. Can add logos, standard shipping sy