Artway Traditional Lino A2 Sheets - Ideal for Printmaking/Linocut - Pack of 3 Sheets - Grey

Pack of 3 sheets of traditional linoleum for printmaking – available in A2, A3, and A4 sizes. Since the Victorian era (when it was first invented), traditional linoleum has been the printer's choice for relief printing (surface). A completely natural product (made from a blend of linseed oil, pine resin, and wood flour on a jute backing). The smooth, even surface provides the perfect base for carving and applying designs to create prints. The term "linoleum" is often misused to describe any flooring – this is not the case. Vinyl and vinyl tiles are often referred to as linoleum, while the actual product is entirely different. Vinyl flooring is a "synthetic" product made from chlorinated petrochemicals – linoleum, on the other hand, is made from purely natural ingredients. Vinyl melts when a lit match or cigarette lands on it, while linoleum does not. Vinyl patterns are printed onto the surface, while linoleum colors go all the way through. The consistency of vinyl makes it largely unsuitable for printmaking purposes. Artway's traditional linoleum sheets consist of a softer composition specifically designed for use in printmaking. When storing linoleum sheets in a cool place, they need to be warmed up before cutting (place them on a radiator or another suitable heat source). Softening your sheets by warming them allows for more controlled, precise cutting, resulting in sharper edges. It is also much safer for cutting tools to glide through the material without too much resistance. We recommend using a bench hook to hold the linoleum in place while working on the surface. Our traditional linoleum sheets can be easily cut by scoring and snapping. The benefits of Artway Traditional Linoleum: Made from sustainably sourced natural raw materials. Leaves fine details when used with appropriate tools. The durable surface makes it suitable for repeated use. Easily recyclable – even production waste can be recycled. Extremely hygienic and naturally antistatic.

• A2 TRADITIONAL LINOLIUM - High-quality sheets made from A2 traditional linoleum with a smooth and even surface and a soft composition, specifically designed for printmaking.
• PACK OF 3 LINO SHEETS - Each pack contains 3 sheets of smooth, 3.2 mm thick traditional gray linoleum, the perfect base for carving and applying designs for prints. Our traditional lino sheets can be easily cut using notches and interlocking.
• IDEAL FOR PRINTING - Perfect for relief printing, featuring a highly elastic surface that allows for repeated use. We recommend warming the material before use and using a bench hook for a more precise cut.
• RENEWABLE/RECYCLABLE - This gray linoleum is made from a blend of linseed oil, pine resin, and wood flour, which is applied to a jute backing. All of these are highly renewable products, making our linoleum tiles fully renewable and 100% recyclable.
• VARIOUS SIZES AVAILABLE - Our 3-pack of traditional gray linoleum sheets is available in A4, A3, and A2 sizes, making them perfect for a variety of small, medium, and large printing applications.

Category: Linocut