Zart Printing Foam

Zart Printing Foam

Printing Foam is an easy, economic and very popular introduction to printmaking designed for all age levels! There is no need for any sharp or dangerous tools, no press or special tools required. 

Made from a thin, soft polystyrene, Printing Foam is lightweight, stores easily and is very safe to use.

Although it’s excellent for younger children, students of all ages can achieve fantastic printed results!

Simply draw onto the foam with a semi blunt instrument such as a pencil, ballpoint, or popstick, then roller on water-based paint or printing ink. Cover with a sheet of paper and smooth out gently then peel off the paper for an instant print!

• No need for sharp tools - can be cut using regular scissors
• 3.5mm thick
• Available in: A4 x 15 sheets,  A3 x 10 sheets & 20cm Round x 15 sheets
• Hints and ideas sheet included in pack.

How to use Printing Foam

Step 1: Produce the ‘block’ by simply pressing lines and shapes into the special soft printing foam surface. Use a 4B pencil or a ballpoint pen. For larger areas, press into the foam with a popstick, spoon or similar blunt object.

Step 2: Ink the printing foam surface with any type of water-based printing ink or paint, using a foam roller.

Step 3: Carefully lay a sheet of paper over the inked surface and rub all over with a clean hard roller, or with the back of a spoon, palm of the hand or with a baren.

Step 4: Peel off the print, slowly. Repeat the inking and rubbing for as many prints as desired. Experiment with different coloured inks and different coloured papers.

Step 5: To wash the block, simply hold under the tap or soak in a dish of water. The surface and lines may be carefully cleaned with a soft brush. The block will store easily for future use, when completely dry.