Permanent Marker

Permanent Marker

A kind of marker that can write on almost every surface. Unlike other markers that may not work on a laminated surface, permanent markers can work on such surfaces too. The ink inside has a main carrier solvent, a glyceride, a pyrrolidone, a resin and a colourant; making it water-resistant.

Permanent markers also contain volatile organic compounds which evaporate as the ink drys. These compounds are why such markers are also misused for recreational purposes. A misuse that has long term damages.

A very well known maker of permanent markers is the brand known as Sharpie, so much so that in some countries the name Sharpie is interchangeable with the term 'permanent marker'.

Tips & colours

The tip of such markers is made from compacted fibres. There are many different kinds of thicknesses and cuts one can buy. There are the regular round or a slanted flat cut. This varies from brand to brand, some have more variety with the design of tip and size.

One can find any number of colours in permanent markers. Some brands even sell a packet of various colours together.

Comments

The Pakistani brand Dollar makes a range of permanent markers.

The price of permanent markers is relatively low.