Essdee Silk Cut Linoleum Printing Plate – 15 × 15 cm Sheet, 3.2 mm
Silky-smooth and highly responsive, Essdee Silk Cut linoleum is formulated for clean, precise carving and crisp prints. This light‑coloured sheet captures fine detail, angular and curved lines, and rich textures—ideal for linocut and relief printing.
Key Features:
- Unmounted 3.2 mm silk cut linoleum sheet: Flat, stable sheet (not mounted to board) for precise, controlled carving.
- Highly responsive surface: Transmits fine textural detail, sharp edges, and sweeping curves with ease.
- Light-coloured, pencil‑friendly face: Sketch directly or transfer artwork using tracing methods before carving.
- Ink versatile: Works beautifully with both water‑based and oil‑based inks on paper, board, or fabric.
- Eco‑conscious composition: Made from renewable natural materials including cork, linseed oil, limestone, rosin, and wood flour.
Perfect For:
- Square format linocuts and art prints
- Illustrative detail, textures, and expressive mark‑making
- Studios, classrooms, and workshop teaching
Pro Tips:
- Use sharp blades and light passes for fine lines; increase pressure for bold areas.
- Draw designs in pencil or transfer with tracing paper before cutting.
- Store sheets flat in a sealed container or bag, away from heat and direct sunlight, to keep the surface from hardening.
Specifications:
- Size: 15 × 15 cm
- Thickness: 3.2 mm linoleum
- Mounting: None (unmounted silk cut linoleum sheet)
- Composition: Cork, linseed oil, limestone, rosin, wood flour (renewable, eco‑conscious)
- Ink Compatibility: Water‑based and oil‑based inks
- Surface: Light‑coloured, suitable for pencil marks and tracing
Explore our range for more sizes and complementary tools, cutters, brayers, and inks.
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