Two kneaded erasers. A newer eraser is on the left, and an older eraser on the right. The older eraser is darker due to the graphite and charcoal dust that has become incorporated into the eraser . The kneaded eraser, also commonly known as a putty rubber, is a tool for artists. It is usually made of a grey or white pliable material, such as rubber (though it can be found in many different colors, ranging from green, blue, hot pinks, yellow, and many other colors) and resembles putty or chewing gum. It functions by absorbing and "picking up" graphite and charcoal particles, in addition to carbon, colored pencil, or pastel marks. It does not wear away nor leave behind eraser residue, thus it lasts much longer than other erasers. Kneaded   erasers can be shaped by hand for precision erasing, creating highlights, or performing detailed work. They are commonly used to remove light charcoal or graphite marks and in subtractive drawing techniques. However, they are ill-suited for completely erasing large areas, and may smear or stick if too warm. Kneaded erasers also do not leave any eraser crumbs like other erasers . Kneaded eraser is used to remove thin details .
Two kneaded erasers. A newer eraser is on the left, and an older eraser on the right. The older eraser is darker due to the graphite and charcoal dust that has become incorporated into the eraser The kneaded eraser, also commonly known as a putty rubber, is a tool for artists. It is usually made of a grey or white pliable material, such as rubber (though it can be found in many different colors, ranging from green, blue, hot pinks, yellow, and many other colors) and resembles putty or chewing gum. It functions by absorbing and "picking up" graphite and charcoal particles, in addition to carbon, colored pencil, or pastel marks. It does not wear away nor leave behind eraser residue, thus it lasts much longer than other erasers. Kneaded eraser is used to remove thin details Kneaded erasers can be shaped by hand for precision erasing, creating highlights, or performing detailed work. They are commonly used to remove light charcoal or graphite marks and in subtractive drawing techniques. However, they are ill-suited for completely erasing large areas, and may smear or stick if too warm. Kneaded erasers also do not leave any eraser crumbs like other erasers .
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eraser is used to remove thin details
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Kneaded eraser is used to remove thin details