{"product_id":"strathmore-drawing-pad-400-series-smooth-surface-11x14-cream-24-sheets-80-lb-for-pencil-ink","title":"Strathmore Drawing Pad 400 Series Smooth Surface, 11x14 Cream, 24 Sheets — 80 lb for Pencil \u0026 Ink","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrathmore's 400 Series Smooth Surface Drawing Pad is a medium-weight, cream-coloured paper pad designed for precise line work and erasable dry-media techniques.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis 11 x 14-inch wire-bound pad delivers dependable performance for sketching, technical drawings, and finished pencil or ink pieces. The 80 lb (approx. 130 gsm) sheets balance tooth and smoothness to support graphite, coloured pencil, pen, ink, and marker without excessive texture. Micro-perforation lets you remove individual sheets cleanly, and the cream tone adds subtle warmth to values and line work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the paper handle pencils and coloured pencils?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe smooth surface is tuned to accept fine lines and layered pencil work while still allowing clean erasing. Artists who need control for tight details and incremental shading will appreciate the surface response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e80 lb weight resists light indenting from repetitive strokes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSmooth finish produces crisp graphite and coloured pencil edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCream colour softens highlights and reduces glare under bright light\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGood erasability for corrections without heavy fibre lift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use ink, markers, or mixed pens on this pad?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pad accepts pens and markers for line work and notation; however, it is a dry-media focused sheet, so expect some show-through with heavy wet media. For technical inking and marker sketches the paper performs well when using low-bleed instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePen and ink retain sharp edges on the smooth surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFine-tipped markers produce clean lines with minimal feathering\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNot recommended for heavy washes or saturated wet media\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMicro-perforation helps detach finished pieces neatly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this pad convenient for studio and on-the-go work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wire binding and micro-perforated sheets are built for workflow and portability. The pad lies flat for uninterrupted drawing across the page and individual pages detach cleanly for framing or scanning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWire-bound format ensures a flat working surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMicro-perforations allow tidy sheet removal for presentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e24 sheets provide a compact but useful supply for projects or classes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e11 x 14 size is easy to carry but large enough for detailed work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: Artists, students, and hobbyists seeking a versatile dry-media paper that supports precise line work, fine detail, and erasing without heavy texture. If your practice relies on graphite, coloured pencil, pen, ink, or low-saturation marker work, this Strathmore 400 Series pad is a practical, everyday choice that blends portability with dependable surface performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCream coloured drawing paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSmooth surface wire bound pad\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMicro-perforated sheets\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e80lb paper weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e24 Sheets per pad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is this paper good for erasing and reworking graphite?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes — the smooth 80 lb sheets erase cleanly with minimal fibre lift, making reworking graphite and coloured pencil straightforward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Will wet inks or markers bleed through the sheets?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Heavy wet media may show through; pens and low-bleed markers work well, but bulky washes are not recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Strathmore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55253400355153,"sku":"B004O7EFEC","price":31.21,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/strathmore-400-series-front-cover_41070c0a-30b1-4173-8e33-de8865f31582.jpg?v=1791658330","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/strathmore-drawing-pad-400-series-smooth-surface-11x14-cream-24-sheets-80-lb-for-pencil-ink","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}