Collection: Relief Printing

{"type":"root","children":[{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Our "},{"type":"text","value":"relief printing supplies","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" are "},{"type":"text","value":"affordable","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" and "},{"type":"text","value":"high quality","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":", perfect for your next project. Use them for "},{"type":"text","value":"block printing","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":", "},{"type":"text","value":"woodcut","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":", "},{"type":"text","value":"linocut","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":", "},{"type":"text","value":"rubber stamping","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":", and more."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Shop "},{"type":"text","value":"relief printing supplies","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" online today and get same day dispatch. We also stock screen printing supplies and mono printing materials, so don’t forget to check them out!"}]},{"type":"heading","level":3,"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Ideal Inks for Lino Printing"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Selecting the right ink is key. We recommend "},{"type":"text","value":"block printing inks","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" or "},{"type":"text","value":"relief printing inks","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" — thick yet fluid, they spread evenly and resist drying too fast."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Two main types:","bold":true}]},{"type":"list","listType":"unordered","children":[{"type":"list-item","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Oil-based inks","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" – Rich colour, slow drying, durable (e.g., Gamblin Relief Ink)"}]},{"type":"list-item","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Water-based inks","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" – Easy cleanup, vibrant, eco-friendly (e.g., Derivan Block Ink)"}]}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"For slower drying and smooth blending, try "},{"type":"text","value":"water-soluble oil paints","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"."}]},{"type":"heading","level":3,"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Relief Printing FAQs"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"What is relief printing?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\n"},{"type":"text","value":"Relief printing","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" is a method where ink is applied to the "},{"type":"text","value":"raised surface","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" of a carved block (lino, wood, rubber). The block is pressed onto paper or fabric to transfer the design. Create "},{"type":"text","value":"stamps","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":", "},{"type":"text","value":"cards","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":", "},{"type":"text","value":"posters","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":", and "},{"type":"text","value":"fine art prints","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" — the possibilities are endless!"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"What are the materials to use for relief printing?","bold":true}]},{"type":"list","listType":"unordered","children":[{"type":"list-item","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Lino blocks","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" – Soft, easy to carve"}]},{"type":"list-item","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Wood blocks","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" – Traditional, durable"}]},{"type":"list-item","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Rubber carving blocks","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" – Beginner-friendly"}]},{"type":"list-item","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Lino cutting tools","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" – V & U gouges"}]},{"type":"list-item","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Barens","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" or "},{"type":"text","value":"presses","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" – For even pressure"}]},{"type":"list-item","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Relief inks","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" – Oil or water-based"}]},{"type":"list-item","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Paper","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" – Smooth printmaking or handmade"}]}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"What’s the difference between linocut and woodcut?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\n"},{"type":"text","value":"Linocut","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" uses soft linoleum — easier to carve, ideal for bold designs.\n"},{"type":"text","value":"Woodcut","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" uses hardwood — harder to cut but gives fine grain texture. Both are "},{"type":"text","value":"relief printing","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" techniques."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Are water-based inks good for lino printing?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\nYes — "},{"type":"text","value":"water-based block inks","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" clean up with water, dry slower, and are low-odour. Perfect for classrooms, home studios, and eco-conscious artists."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Can I print on fabric with relief inks?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\nYes — use "},{"type":"text","value":"fabric block printing ink","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" or add textile medium to regular ink. Heat-set with iron for wash-fast results."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Do I need a press for relief printing?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\nNo — hand-print with a "},{"type":"text","value":"baren","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":", spoon, or roller. A press gives even pressure for large editions but isn’t required for beginners."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"How do I clean lino tools and blocks?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\n"},{"type":"text","value":"Water-based ink:","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" Soap and water\n"},{"type":"text","value":"Oil-based ink:","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" Vegetable oil then soap, or ink cleaner\nWipe blocks with damp cloth — avoid soaking."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"What paper is best for lino printing?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\nSmooth "},{"type":"text","value":"printmaking paper","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" (e.g., Somerset, Fabriano) or "},{"type":"text","value":"Japanese washi","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" for fine detail. 200–300gsm recommended."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Can kids do relief printing?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\nYes — use "},{"type":"text","value":"soft-cut rubber blocks","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":", "},{"type":"text","value":"safety cutters","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":", and "},{"type":"text","value":"water-based inks","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":". Supervise tool use. Great for school projects and cards."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"How many prints can I make from one lino block?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\nHundreds — with proper inking and pressure. Oil-based ink lasts longer. Store blocks flat; re-ink for new editions."}]}]}