China Pencils
China pencils are an excellent choice for those seeking a versatile writing tool. These pencils are specially designed to write on polished surfaces with ease, making them ideal for tasks like labelling jars or writing on glossy paper. The best part? China pencils don't require a sharpener! With their unique design, these pencils can be easily advanced by unwrapping the barrel, ensuring a consistent sharp point every time. Available in various vibrant colours, our china pencils add a touch of creativity and flair to your work. Whether you need to make notes on glass, china, or plastic, these pencils offer a smooth and reliable writing experience. So, upgrade your writing essentials with china pencils and explore the endless possibilities they bring to your projects.
FAQs:
- What are china pencils? Also known as grease pencils or wax pencils, china pencils have a waxy or greasy substance as their core instead of graphite or lead. They’re mostly used for writing on surfaces such as glass, metal, plastic, and ceramics.
- How do china pencils work? China pencils leave a mark on the surface they are applied to through friction and the transfer of the waxy or greasy substance onto the surface. They can be sharpened like regular pencils, but instead of graphite or lead, they have a clay-like core made with a combination of wax, oil, and pigment.
- What are the typical uses for china pencils? They’re widely used in art and design for sketching and drawing on non-porous surfaces, as well as in carpentry and woodworking to mark measurements and make notes on wood as they can be easily wiped off later. Additionally, china pencils are often used in the industrial sector for marking and labelling products.
