What makes Distress Oxide different from regular Distress Ink?

Oxide combines dye and pigment ink, so it stamps more opaque and reacts with water to create a chalky, oxidized effect. Original Distress Ink is a translucent dye ink.

Can I use it on dark paper?

Yes. The pigment content gives opaque coverage, so it shows on kraft and dark cardstock better than translucent dye inks.

How do I get the oxidized effect?

Stamp or apply the ink, then mist lightly with water and let it dry. The ink separates and mottles as it dries.

Does it work with stencils?

Yes. The raised pad works with stamps, stencils and direct-to-surface application.

Is it permanent or water-soluble?

It stays water-reactive, so it can be re-wet and blended. Heat setting helps it resist smudging.

What do buyers say about the Ranger Tim Holtz Distress Oxides Ink Pad Vintage Photo?

Rated 4 out of 5 from 1 ratings.

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Our take on the Ranger Tim Holtz Distress Oxides Ink Pad Vintage Photo

A 2 x 2 inch raised ink pad from Ranger's Tim Holtz Distress Oxide line in Vintage Photo, a warm brown. The ink blends dye and pigment so it stamps opaque and turns mottled and oxidized when misted with water. It suits card makers, scrapbookers and mixed-media crafters who want aged, layered effects. Compared with standard dye inks it is slower to dry and easier to blend; compared with the original Distress Inks it is more opaque and water-reactive.

Best forCard makers building vintage, aged looksScrapbookers and journalers layering backgroundsMixed-media crafters who stamp, stencil and spritzCrafters who already own other Distress Oxide colors

Pros

Opaque coverage on both light and dark paper
Water-reactive: mottles and oxidizes when sprayed
Blends smoothly with other Distress Oxide colors
Works with stamps, stencils and direct-to-surface use
Raised pad makes inking stamps and blending easy

Cons

Small 2 x 2 inch pad limits large background coverage
Slower drying than standard dye inks
Vintage Photo is a brown, so it is not a neutral black or gray
Ink can stay tacky on glossy or coated stock

Ranger Tim Holtz Distress Oxides Ink Pad Vintage Photo prices at every store

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What reviewers say

Crafters rate the Distress Oxide line highly for its blendable, water-reactive finish. Vintage Photo is a popular brown for vintage and sepia effects. The main complaints are the small pad size and slower drying.

What people mention

BlendabilityPraisedCrafters say it blends smoothly with other Distress Oxide colors for gradients and backgrounds.
Water reactionPraisedMisting with water gives the mottled, oxidized look the line is known for.
Pad sizeCriticisedThe 2 x 2 inch pad is small for inking large stamps or covering full backgrounds.
Drying timeMixedSome find it slower to dry than standard dye inks and prone to smudging if rushed.
ColorPraisedVintage Photo is liked as a warm sepia brown for aged, vintage effects.

About the Ranger Tim Holtz Distress Oxides Ink Pad Vintage Photo

This is the Vintage Photo Distress Oxide Ink Pad by Tim Holtz for Ranger Ink. The ink is a fusion of water-reactive dye and pigment ink. It creates an oxidized effect when sprayed with water.

The raised ink pad is used with stamps, stencils and for direct-to-surface applications.

Color: Vintage Photo
Ink type: Water-reactive dye and pigment ink fusion
Pad size: 2" x 2", raised pad
Use with: Stamps, stencils, direct to surface
In the box: 1 ink pad

Specifications

color: OtherSource

Questions and answers

What makes Distress Oxide different from regular Distress Ink?: Oxide combines dye and pigment ink, so it stamps more opaque and reacts with water to create a chalky, oxidized effect. Original Distress Ink is a translucent dye ink.
Can I use it on dark paper?: Yes. The pigment content gives opaque coverage, so it shows on kraft and dark cardstock better than translucent dye inks.
How do I get the oxidized effect?: Stamp or apply the ink, then mist lightly with water and let it dry. The ink separates and mottles as it dries.
Does it work with stencils?: Yes. The raised pad works with stamps, stencils and direct-to-surface application.
Is it permanent or water-soluble?: It stays water-reactive, so it can be re-wet and blended. Heat setting helps it resist smudging.
Where is the Ranger Tim Holtz Distress Oxides Ink Pad Vintage Photo cheapest?: At Walmart, for $8.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Ranger Tim Holtz Distress Oxides Ink Pad Vintage Photo?: Rated 4 out of 5 from 1 ratings.