What Are Wooden Pencils?
Wooden pencils are writing utensils with a lead center made of graphite and clay. These lead pencils are available in different colors, sizes, and hardness levels. Number 2 pencils and mechanical pencils are the most common variety used to write on paper or in notebooks, in classrooms and offices alike because their marks are recognizable by most machines.
Number 4 pencils are great for creating lighter effects, making them an excellent choice for artists who rely heavily on shading techniques in their pieces. Darker and harder wood lead pencils are great for architects and other professionals who need to create detailed technical drawings and advanced sketches.
What Can Wooden Pencils Be Used For?
Wood pencils are a great writing utensil because they are erasable and easy to make corrections. Unlike pens and markers, which are less forgiving, pencils are ideal for writing a rough draft or making a quick sketch. In the classroom or office, wooden pencils are a reliable way to take notes and write down important information. Contrary to mechanical pencils, which run out of lead, traditional pencils only require you to have a sharpener on hand in case the point breaks. Wood pencils are a tried and true asset to any professional.
What Types of Wooden Pencils Are Available?
Apart from your standard gray lead variety, wooden pencils are available in many different shapes, colors, and sizes. While number 2 pencils and other similar styles used by artists and architects are more commonplace, there are a handful of other unique varieties available, such as:
- Colored pencils: Colored pencils are great for children and experienced artists alike. These pencils add another dimension to any picture or art project and provide kids with something more forgiving (and less permanent) to create with than markers.
- Jumbo-sized pencils: As the name suggests, Jumbo-style pencils are larger and have thicker bodies, making them easier for children to grasp. These wooden lead pencils are great for teaching kids how to write because they are less likely to break and harder to lose.
- Triangular pencils: Triangular wood pencils are crafted with comfort and ergonomics in mind. This type of wood pencil is a great choice for writers and artists who work long hours because they are designed to keep your fingers from cramping.
