How do you clean a nib after use?

Just fill up a cup with tap water, and keep that cup beside you as you create calligraphy. Every couple of minutes, when your ink flow starts to get impeded by ink drying on the nib, swish the ink off in your “art water” for about two seconds. Then, quickly pat the nib dry with a cloth and start writing again.

How long should you soak a fountain pen nib?

Never use warm or hot water (heat will expand the inner works of the pen) or alcohol, as these will damage the feed or other parts of the pen. Let the nib soak for 10 to 15 minutes, then blot dry with a paper towel.

Can you clean a fountain pen with alcohol?

Never use rubbing alcohol to clean any part of your fountain pens. Rubbing alcohol is a harsh chemical that can eat at, and ruin, your delicate fountain pens. If you need to clean out some tough stains use a small amount of Pen Flush.

Can I soak fountain pen overnight?

You can soak your pens, feeds, and nibs in pen flush, however we do not advise to do so for very long. If you want to soak your pens overnight, it is best to soak them in water overnight, or water with a few drops of dish soap.

Is Vinegar safe for fountain pens?

Soak the nib in an ammonia mixture overnight. Put the nib in the mixture. Soak it overnight. You can also use vinegar instead of ammonia. Use one teaspoon of vinegar with one cup of water.

How do I clean a nib slit?

For some older pens, it might not be a good idea to disassemble the nibs for thorough cleaning but rather just soak in water or soap water (pen cleaning soap/solution), rinse, and let dry.

Can you use vinegar to clean a fountain pen?

How do you remove coating from nibs?

Removing oil coatings Oil is easy to remove. Just soap the nib with dish soap or hand soap, then wash it off, and repeat several times.

Should fountain pens be stored upside down?

Fountain Pen Storage Position Nib-down is never recommended as it could damage the nib and cause ink to pool. You are best to either store your fountain pen nib up or horizontally.