Faber-Castell Kneadable Art Eraser

A kneadable Faber-Castell eraser molds like putty in your hand to lift graphite, charcoal and pastel without smudging your work.

• Soft, kneadable putty eraser that is PVC and latex free
• Lifts and lightens pencil, charcoal and pastel marks cleanly
• Can be pinched and reshaped into a point for fine detail work
• Leaves no eraser residue or dust behind on the page
• Also useful for cleaning acetate films, slides and layouts
• Reusable, simply knead it back together after use

Unlike a regular rubber eraser that rubs marks away, a kneadable eraser works by lifting pigment off the page, which is why it is a favourite among artists working with charcoal, graphite and soft pastels. Because it molds into any shape, you can press it flat to lighten large areas in a portrait or landscape, or pull it into a fine point to pick out highlights, catchlights in eyes, and other small details that a hard eraser would smudge.

This makes it a handy addition to any sketching or shading kit, whether you are a student learning tonal work or an artist finishing a portrait. Since it will not scratch or tear paper the way an abrasive eraser can, it is gentle enough for delicate sketch paper and pastel sheets alike. When it picks up too much pigment, just knead it a few times to fold the marked surface back inside, and it is ready to use again for the next drawing session. It works equally well for quick pencil sketch corrections and for softening hard lines in a graphite or charcoal study, so it earns a spot in beginner kits and professional supply boxes alike.