Inkslab Ink Stone — durable, safe calligraphy and painting ink plate designed for grinding and storing ink sticks Key benefits Reliable grinding surface: Designed specifically for use with ink sticks and Chinese ink sticks, the inkslab provides a stable, reliable surface for preparing ink for calligraphy and painting. Safely built to last: Made from carefully selected materials for durability and safe use, so you can practice and teach with confidence. Keeps ink ready and preserved: The preserve inkslab design allows you to grind ink and store prepared ink in the stone, reducing waste and making repeated sessions faster. What it does (functions) Ink grinding: Smooth, flat ink plate suitable for grinding traditional ink sticks into usable ink. Ink storage: Built to hold and preserve prepared calligraphy and painting ink until you are ready to use it. Multiuser fit: Appropriate for individual practice and group instruction. Who it's for Beginners learning brush technique and ink preparation. Calligraphers who need a dependable ink stone for regular practice. Teachers and workshop leaders who require durable, easytouse supplies. Painters working in inkwash or traditional Chinese painting styles. Materials and performance Constructed from selected material chosen for durability and safe handling. Wellmade manufacturing ensures consistent performance during ink grinding and storage. Designed to work specifically with ink sticks and Chinese ink sticks. Practical use scenarios Home practice: Grind a fresh batch of ink before a practice session; store remaining ink on the inkslab between short sessions to save time and reduce waste. Classroom or workshop: Durable inkslab stands up to repeated use by students and makes demonstrations simple when preparing ink live. Painting session: Grind and preserve varying ink concentrations on the plate so you can switch tones during an inkwash or traditional painting without repeated lengthy grinding. Simple care tips After use, rinse and dry the ink stone gently to remove residual pigment before storing. Keep in a dry place to preserve the stone and any stored ink for future use. Suitable for calligraphy practice, teaching, painting, and everyday ink grinding and storage, this inkslab is a practical, durable addition to traditional ink work.