So today’s question is : Can Sharpies be used on plastic? And the answer is yes and no. Sharpie Oil Based Markers can be used on plastic. The traditional alcohol based Sharpie Markers are not ideal for plastic. They will smear and ultimately fade over time. If you want something more permanent, then use the oil based product. Below is a short description of the oil based paint marker that Sharpie offers. As you can see, the manufacturer does indicate that these oil based markers are ideal for use on plastic.
From the Sharpie Site:
The opaque ink of Sharpie® Oil-Based Paint Markers is perfect for creating scrapbooks, posters, and window art
- Dries in minutes, resists fading and smearing.
- Oil-based markers are permanent, AP-certified
- Works on virtually any surface – metal, pottery, wood, rubber, glass, plastic, stone, and more
- Paint markers resist water damage, fading, and abrasion
SHARPIE OIL based Paint Markers Writes on ANYTHING REVIEW
SHARPIE OIL based Paint Markers Writes on ANYTHING REVIEW
The above video is from the LEARNINGCHORDS youtube channel.
First impressions: Sharpie Oil Based Paint Pens
First impressions: Sharpie Oil Based Paint Pens
The above video is from Rachel Quinto
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So what do you think? Can Sharpies be used on plastic? I think so. Give them a try. They are a great product.