The best colored pencils for wood (2023)

You can see it all over social media: crayons and art markers that can write, draw and paint on wood.

However, not all markers or crayons produce the same vibrant, long-lasting colors, so it's important to choose the right one.

Whether you want to craft indoors or outdoors, in this article we'll go over the best pens for writing on wood.

image	Name	number of pins	dyes	Preis
	Uni-Post-Marker	10	water based	check the price
	Molotow One4All Marker	10	based on acrylic	check the price
	sharpie marker	5	oil based	check the price
	Elmer's Opaque Marker	5	based on acrylic	check the price
	Sakura marker	3	oil based	check the price

1. Uni-Posca-Color Markers

Because the ink dries quickly, you don't have to worry about smearing or smearing. Plus, the marker dispenses ink evenly, making it easy to draw smooth lines even on an uneven surface.

The only real downside to these markers is that they don't come in many colors. Any of the primary or base colors should be fine, but if you want something like mint blue, you're out of luck.

2. Molotow ONE4ALL Acrylic Paint Marker

The markers can be used with minimal agitation and the ink dries quickly enough to prevent smearing.

3. Oil-Based Sharpie Color Marker

The ink flow is very smooth and the markers are easy to use. The colors looked great too, but unfortunately there weren't many colors to choose from.

The main disadvantage is that these markers are quite delicate. The marker dries out quickly if you leave the cap open for too long, and the tips easily warp if you press too hard or store them in the wrong position.

4. Elmer Opake Farbmarker Painters

These markers are easy to use and a great choice for anyone looking to write on wood boards for the first time. You can also buy them with a fine or medium tip depending on your preference.

For best results, be sure to work on a relatively smooth surface. Therefore, you should either sand the wood or carefully choose a slab without too much texture.

5. Sakura Pen-Touch paint marker

One advantage of these markers is that they come in some colors that you can't find with other brands like gold, silver, and copper.

How to choose the right paint markers

Out of the 5 colored pencils for wood listed above, I would always choose Uni-Posca markers. But depending on your preferences, you may want to use one of the other bookmarks. Here are some things to consider when choosing:

Color

Most brands only sell wooden colored pencils in a limited number of colors. Usually, mixing different colors on wood can be quite difficult. So make sure all the colors you need are included. Also, you want to make sure that the ink contains enough pigment to produce vibrant colors with a single coat.

Long lasting

You don't want your colors to slowly fade over time. If you're installing your wood plaques indoors, you'll want to make sure the ink is fade resistant and the colors won't fade due to UV exposure.

If you intend to put the decorated wood outside, you need to make sure that the stain is light and water resistant so that it can withstand rain.

Alternatively, after the ink has dried, you can apply a sealer to make it waterproof.

Marks for all surfaces.

Most people don't write on wood very often. So it's a good idea to buy markers or crayons that work on wood, as well as other materials, so you can use them for other DIY projects as well.

Please note that some of the more popular art markers, such ascopic markerYPrismacolor art markerthey are not suitable for writing on wood.

pen size

Not all brands sell their paint markers in different sizes. But if they do, consider which ones you're getting. If you have large tips, it's easier to paint or draw large areas, while fine tips are better for drawing small details or writing.

Even if you're drawing or writing on a very small wooden object, it's usually best to use the smaller tip.

Security

Security may not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about bookmarks. However, it is always important to ensure that the markers you choose are non-toxic. Some paint markers that use phenol, ethyl glycol, or xylene can emit a distinctive odor that can be harmful, especially to younger children. So make sure you choose the non-toxic version, so both your paint markers and your creations are safe.

The best pens for writing on wood without bleeding

I personally use Uni Posca markers whenever I need to write on wood. Acrylic paint stays close to the surface so bleeding is minimal.

The colors are also very strong. However, sometimes it is necessary to go over the same areas multiple times to get a consistent color.

Below you can see how to write on wood with Posca markers.

Summary

It is possible to write or paint on wood if you use the right markers. HeMarker Uni Poscaworks great as the water based ink stays close to the surface of the wood.

But the type of wood you write on can also have a big impact. For the best result, you need to make sure that the wood is smooth and clean. It may also help to apply a primer to the wood before writing.

Alcohol-based markers like Copic do not work well on wood because theybleed through the wood, so stick to water-based acrylic ink markers.

frequent questions

Do sharpies work on wood?

To write on wood you need crayons with the right ink. Therefore, not all Sharpie markers or markers can be used on wood. Sharpie Oil Markers can be easily used to write or draw on wood and produce bright, long-lasting colour.

How to prevent colored pencils from running on the wood?

There are three ways to prevent colored pencils from staining wood. First, you can try a paint pen with a different color consistency. Second, you can try a different type of wood. Finally, you can apply a clear coat before using your markers.

how to write on wood

First you need to make sure that the wood is completely clean. So use a lot of water and wait for it to dry completely.

Then use a pencil to draw the words you want to write. Be careful to use very fine lines as pencil on wood is difficult to erase.

Take a colored pencil or marker of your choice, and then use the pencil to write the words you just outlined.

If you plan to display your wooden object outside after decorating it, be sure to seal the paint to make it waterproof.