Written by: "Rubber Stamp Station"

With all of the different types of high-quality rubber stamps we sell, it can be difficult to figure out what sets them apart and which variety is best for your purposes. To help clear things up, here’s what you need to know about the three most common types of rubber stamps – traditional, pre-inked and self-inking – in order to choose the right one for your needs:

• Traditional Rubber Hand Stamps – When most people think of a rubber stamp, this is what comes to mind. Unlike self-inking and pre-inked stamps, traditional rubber hand stamps are a bit old-school, as they require you to use a separate ink pad each time you want to create an impression. While this may seem inconvenient, it’s actually a good thing in many instances because it allows you to alternate ink colors with the same stamp. So if you’re going to be using your stamp for crafts or some other purpose that requires a variety of ink colors, the classic rubber hand stamp is probably your best bet, as it will save you from having to buy a stamp for every ink color you’d like to use.
• Pre-Inked Rubber Stamps – Not a fan of the separate ink pad? Pre-inked rubber stamps allow you to go without it, as they have oil-based ink molded right into the stamp. Simply press down and the ink will flow through the die plate inside of the stamp and create a clean, flawless impression. Best of all, pre-inked stamps are typically good for 50,000+ impressions, meaning you’ll hardly ever have to interrupt your stamping to re-ink them.
• Self-Inking Rubber Stamps – Much like their pre-inked relatives, self-inking rubber stamps don’t require a separate ink pad. This is because the stamps are mechanically inked each time you press down on them. Another benefit of self-inking rubber stamps is that they use water-based ink, meaning they’ll never bleed or go through your papers. While they run out of ink much faster than pre-inked rubber stamps (usually they need to be re-inked after about 7,000 impressions), it’s easy to add more ink. Furthermore, self-inking stamps are a great choice for those seeking quick and simple stamping.

Now that you’re clear on the differences between the various types of high-quality rubber stamps we sell, it’s time to head over to our website and do some shopping! We offer a huge selection of classic, pre-inked and self-inking rubber stamps as well as replacement ink for all of these varieties.

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Are you ready to stock up on high-quality rubber stamps? Don’t waste time and money by going to an overpriced office supply store – order from Rubber Stamp Station by using our secure online checkout or by calling 1 (850) 7STAMPS! And if you’re interested in learning about the many uses for our food rubber stamps, don’t forget to take a peek at last week’s post. We can’t wait to hear what you think of our high-quality rubber stamps!