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Blue Press Ink Heavy Binding Varnish – Boost Ink Tack, Body & Control

Take full control of your print with Blue Press Ink Heavy Binding Varnish, a powerful additive designed to enhance your inks’ performance. Whether you’re working with letterpress, relief printing, block printing, or specialty surfaces, this versatile varnish adds muscle and precision to your mix, giving you more confidence, control, and consistency on press.


Key Benefits & Features

Enhances Ink Performance:

  • Thickens and tightens ink for a firmer, more controllable body.

  • Increases tack and adhesion, allowing inks to grip even tough or uneven surfaces.

  • Maintains the vibrancy and color strength of your inks without diluting them.

Wide Compatibility:

  • Blendable with any oil-based or hybrid ink system, making it easy to integrate into your existing workflow.

  • Ideal for printers seeking heavier-bodied inks for intricate detail or textured substrates.

Professional Applications:

  • Perfect for letterpress, relief printing, block printing, and other printmaking processes requiring extra ink control.

  • Helps inks stick to challenging stocks or textured papers; pairing with oxidizing inks or driers is highly recommended for optimal results.

Flexible Packaging for Your Studio Needs:

  • 3.5 oz Jars – perfect for small-scale experiments or occasional use.

  • 10 oz Tubs – ideal for frequent printing, mixing larger batches, or professional studio use.

  • A small amount goes a long way, allowing precise adjustment of ink body and tack without waste.


Why Choose Blue Press Ink Heavy Binding Varnish?

  • Stronger, controllable ink body for intricate and challenging print jobs.

  • Enhanced adhesion for specialty papers and uneven surfaces.

  • Compatible with any oil-based or hybrid ink system.

  • Trusted by professional and DIY printers alike for reliability and performance.

Upgrade your studio’s printing capabilities with Blue Press Ink Heavy Binding Varnish—the perfect additive for boosting ink strength, achieving precise control, and mastering challenging print surfaces.

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