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light fast but washable ink ?
Hi,
I am looking for a fountain pen ink that would be "light fast", I mean that wouldn't fade, even exposed to bright sun for a prolonged amount of time. I don't want a waterproof ink, on the contrary, I'd like it to be somewhat washable so that the paper can be recycled with less effort. In other words, I would like an ink that is not frogery-proof, but that will last years if not tampered with. I think a neutral ph would be a +, in order to not damage the media (paper, canvas etc...) over the years. With those criteria in mind, and hopefully some choice of colours (in red and blue !), what's out there ? Thanks, Yves. ---- http://www.cuug.ab.ca/dorfsmay http://www.SollerS.ca |
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On 2004-09-28 20:51:10 -0700, no spam said:
I am looking for a fountain pen ink that would be "light fast", I mean that wouldn't fade, even exposed to bright sun for a prolonged amount of time. I don't want a waterproof ink, on the contrary, I'd like it to be somewhat washable so that the paper can be recycled with less effort. In other words, I would like an ink that is not frogery-proof, but that will last years if not tampered with. I think a neutral ph would be a +, in order to not damage the media (paper, canvas etc...) over the years. Non-fade but washable may not be easy - I'm not sure. Anyway, you need to visit http://www.inksampler.com Loads of information there on this kind of topic. David |
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David wrote:
Non-fade but washable may not be easy - I'm not sure. Ok, I don't care that much about being washable, but I want an ink that can be removed somehow. This is for my every day writting, and I am worried that something like noodler's permanent would prevent proper recycling of the paper. Don't get me wrong, I thing that noodler's permanent has its place, for art, and for official document that must be forge-proof, etc... Yves. ---- Yves Dorfsman http://www.cuug.ab.ca/dorfsmay http://www.SollerS.ca |
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"no spam" wrote in message news:eAL6d.544855$M95.356363@pd7tw1no... David wrote: Non-fade but washable may not be easy - I'm not sure. Ok, I don't care that much about being washable, but I want an ink that can be removed somehow. This is for my every day writting, and I am worried that something like noodler's permanent would prevent proper recycling of the paper. Why? Am I missing something? The only recycling problems that I'm aware of involve glossy paper, like what is used for magazines, and the recycler doesn't pick those up anymore. You should use a cross-cut shredder, anyway, for your personal stuff. -- ~~Bluesea~~ Spam is great in musubi but not in email. Please take out the trash before sending a direct reply. |
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On 2004-09-29 21:03:22 -0700, no spam said:
, I don't care that much about being washable, but I want an ink that can be removed somehow. This is for my every day writting, and I am worried that something like noodler's permanent would prevent proper recycling of the paper. Don't get me wrong, I thing that noodler's permanent has its place, for art, and for official document that must be forge-proof, etc... I wouldn't worry too much then - any brand of ink that doesn't advertise itself as permanent, will probably fit your recycling concerns. Just pick one that has good light-fastness, and you'll be set. David |
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no spam wrote:
David wrote: Non-fade but washable may not be easy - I'm not sure. Ok, I don't care that much about being washable, but I want an ink that can be removed somehow. This is for my every day writting, and I am worried that something like noodler's permanent would prevent proper recycling of the paper. You're worrying too much. First, the bleach the paper makers use (if they're trying to make white) will take out almost anything. Second, even if you use Noodler's black, which may not bleach, unless you're filling an entire vat with a couple thousand pounds of paper pulp, what you use will be diluted so much that it won't make a difference. Use whatever ink you want to use. Is that hard? Pat |
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Bluesea wrote:
Why? Am I missing something? The only recycling problems that I'm aware of involve glossy paper, like what is used for magazines, and the recycler doesn't pick those up anymore. Recycled paper comes in white, or light brown for the non-bleached one. I am assuming that they "wash" the paper they use before being able to get to that light colored paper (or white). If everybody starts using an ink that can never be washed out regardless of the chimical used, then my guess is that it will be difficult to re-use that paper for recyling. I might be completely wrong, but that seems logical to me. Yves. ---- http://www.cuug.ab.ca/dorfsmay http://www.SollerS.ca |
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David wrote:
On 2004-09-29 21:03:22 -0700, no spam said: I wouldn't worry too much then - any brand of ink that doesn't advertise itself as permanent, will probably fit your recycling concerns. Just pick one that has good light-fastness, and you'll be set. Exactly my point ! What are the inks out there in blue and red that are considered lightfast (and possibly bright) ? Yves. ---- Yves Dorfsman http://www.cuug.ab.ca/dorfsmay http://www.SollerS.ca |
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"no spam" wrote: | Bluesea wrote: | | Why? Am I missing something? The only recycling problems that I'm aware of | involve glossy paper, like what is used for magazines, and the recycler | doesn't pick those up anymore. | | Recycled paper comes in white, or light brown for the non-bleached one. I | am assuming that they "wash" the paper they use before being able to get | to that light colored paper (or white). If everybody starts using an ink | that can never be washed out regardless of the chimical used, then my | guess is that it will be difficult to re-use that paper for recyling. | | I might be completely wrong, but that seems logical to me. But, but, but.... MOST paper destined for recycling has laser print on it. Relatively permanent, fused ink. Much of the rest has relatively nonpermanent, runny inkjet ink. That could color batches and batches of paper. The recyclers seem untroubled by it all. Methinks you worry too much. john cline ii, just being honest |
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"no spam" wrote in message news:xK47d.153641$%S.2864@pd7tw2no... Bluesea wrote: Why? Am I missing something? The only recycling problems that I'm aware of involve glossy paper, like what is used for magazines, and the recycler doesn't pick those up anymore. Recycled paper comes in white, or light brown for the non-bleached one. I am assuming that they "wash" the paper they use before being able to get to that light colored paper (or white). If everybody starts using an ink that can never be washed out regardless of the chimical used, then my guess is that it will be difficult to re-use that paper for recyling. I might be completely wrong, but that seems logical to me. Yes, it's logical except for the fact that the number of people who write with fountain pens, much less those who write with Noodler's waterproof inks, is hugely insignificant in the grand scheme of things. If you're still set on not using Noodler's, I think your best bet is to follow David's link to inksampler.com. Good luck! -- ~~Bluesea~~ Spam is great in musubi but not in email. Please take out the trash before sending a direct reply. |
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