Connecting Ink Sticks
Procedure:
①Prepare the small or broken ink stick. It’s recommended to soak the bonding surfaces in lukewarm water for about 3 to 5 minutes beforehand.
〈Gooey State〉
④Dip the thick, gooey ink mixture you’ve ground into the flat grinding surface of the ink stick you prepared in step 2. You don’t need to apply too much, but make sure to evenly coat the grinding surface.
⑤Press the bonding surfaces together to connect them. Be careful to align them properly, and press both ink sticks firmly together with both hands. Apply pressure for about a minute if possible. As the adhesive ink dries, it will shrink slightly, so it’s okay if some ink oozes out from the bonded area. After pressing, use a brush or your finger to spread the gooey ink you used for bonding around the bonded area.
⑥Allow the bonded area to dry naturally until it’s completely dry. Even for small items, it may take several days to dry completely, so let it dry for at least 3 days.
With this, the ink stick extension is complete. Please continue to attach your small ink sticks together and make sure to use them carefully until the very end.
Using Ink Adhesive
When you’re busy and don’t have time, another option is to use ink-specific adhesive to connect ink sticks. Convenient ink adhesives are also available for purchase, so choose according to your needs.
