Cranfield Traditional Etching Inks (Oil Based) 150ml Tubes & 250g Tins
Experience the depth, richness, and precision of Cranfield Traditional Etching Inks—expertly crafted for intaglio printmakers who demand exceptional quality.
Formulated with finely milled, high-quality pigments, these oil-based inks deliver deep, lightfast colours that hold every fine line and tonal variation. Their buttery yet firm consistency ensures smooth wiping while keeping ink exactly where you need it—inside etched lines for crisp, detailed impressions.
Whether you're working with drypoint, aquatint, etching, or mezzotint, these inks provide outstanding adhesion to the plate, a long open time, and a flawless balance of texture and coverage.
With so many stunning shades, including intense blacks, vibrant hues, and shimmering metallics, Cranfield Traditional Etching Inks offer limitless possibilities for your printmaking practice.
Key Features:
✔ High pigment load – Deep, rich, and lightfast colors
✔ Smooth, buttery consistency – Perfect for wiping and detail retention
✔ Slow drying time – More flexibility and control on the plate
✔ Versatile for all intaglio techniques – Etching, drypoint, mezzotint & more
✔ Made by printmakers, for printmakers – Trusted by professionals worldwide
In addition to the 150ml tubes and 250g tins Cranfield Traditional Etching Inks are now available in a 75ml Tube HERE.
Black and Extender ink only is available in a 500g tin HERE
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