THE

GUIDE
WATER-BASED
PAINT MARKER
FOR ALL SURFACES
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USER GUIDE
1
PREPARING YOUR POSCA
Vigorously shake the marker up and down with PCF-350 PC-1MR PC-1M
BRUSH ULTRA-FINE EXTRA-FINE
the cap on. The ball inside, with its characteristic 1 - 10 mm 0.7 mm 0.7 mm Water-soluble; use
clicking, will thus homogenise the colour.
a brush to create
washes

2
PRIME THE MARKER
Press the tip several times on a spare piece of
paper until the tip is completely filled with paint.
Test it out to remove any excess paint, and you are ready PC-5M PC-7M
to go!
PC-3M
FINE MEDIUM BULLET TIP
0.9-1.3 mm 1.8-2.5 mm 4.5-5.5 mm

3 8
RE-PRIME
If the paint begins to flow less freely during use,
Can be layered
shake the marker again, taking care to put the cap
back on first to avoid paint splatter. Re-prime the tip, test
it and off you go again!
PC-8K PC-17K NIB SIZES
CHISEL TIP EXTRA BROAD
8 mm 15 mm

4
DRYING TIME
It is very quick, a few minutes at most! The paint
generally dries faster on porous surfaces than
on smooth surfaces. You can correct any mistakes at Mix to create
any time: once the paint is dry, just paint another layer of custom colours
POSCA over the top, which will completely cover the first!

5
STORAGE
Your POSCA markers can be kept in any position as

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long as the cap is put back on firmly after use. The
integrated ball means the paint stored in the body of the
marker can be re-mixed at any time. The POSCA brush tip
is an exception. It should be stored in a horizontal position. You can reverse the
nibs on 3M and 5M
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We use a
spray on lacquer
HOW TO FIX ON DIFFERENT SURFACES varnish for an
even finish.

Paper/Cardboard/Canvas
TO FIX
POSCA Paint will absorb into the
paper and canvas making it
permanent. You can varnish it if
you want a matt or gloss finish.
Textile Wood
TO FIX TO FIX
POSCA Paint will absorb into
Stone the fabric so will not wash Spray with clear varnish.
out. Iron on reverse to secure
TO FIX colour hold. Colour will fade
after 20+ washes but can be
freshened up if reapplied.
Spray with clear varnish.

Ceramic - Porcelain Glass

TO FIX TO FIX
CERAMIC - BAKE IN THE OVEN AT 160OC FOR
- BAKE IN THE OVEN AT 220OC FOR 45 MINUTES
Plastic Metal 45 MINUTES
- SPRAY WITH CLEAR VARNISH
TO FIX TO FIX - SPRAY WITH CLEAR VARNISH
PORCELAIN HAND WASH ONLY. NOT RECOMMENDED
- BAKE IN THE OVEN AT 160OC FOR FOR DISHWASHER USE.
Spray with clear varnish. Spray with clear varnish. 45 MINUTES
- SPRAY WITH CLEAR VARNISH
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DRAW: With a PC-3M Posca, draw simple
PROJECTS leaf outlines directly onto the mugs.
DESIGN: Make a central line down the
shape. From that line, draw
CERAMIC MAKE: diagonal lines to the edge of the leaf. Fill in
Scandi-style leaf the spaces in-between the lines with dots,
mugs zigzags and solid colour.
FINISH & FIX: Bake in the oven at 160°C
for 45 minutes then spray with clear
varnish.
TOP TIP
Remember, you can
reverse the tip on 3M
and 5M markers.
SHAPE: Using your PC-5M Posca, make
METAL MAKE: rough flower shapes in bright colours as
Flower-themed shown. To make the art deco rose motif
follow step two for the heart shaped box
water bottle shown above. Once you’re happy with the
flowers add leaves, stems and buds as
pictured.
DETAIL: Once all the floral shapes have
dried use a contrasting Posca colour with
PC-3M and PC-1M to add details such as
flower centres, highlights and veins in the
leaves as shown. Be gentle when layering
colour as you don’t want to scratch the
TOP TIP
Have a scrap of first layer of paint.
paper nearby so
you can re-prime
FINISH & FIX: Once you are happy with the
your pen with design, spray with clear varnish.
fresh colour as
you work
DRAW: Work out your design on tracing
GLASS MAKE: paper, cut to size and pop underneath the
glass. Tape to secure.
Vibrant votives APPLY: Use brightly coloured PC-1M
Posca pens to trace the design directly
onto the glass.
FINISH & FIX: When finished, remove
the paper template, bake in the oven at
160°C for 45 minutes then spray with
clear varnish.
TOP TIP
If you don’t bake it, you can remove
the paint from glass. So keep a packet
of wet wipes and a roll of dry kitchen
roll handy to wipe way any mistakes
DRAW: Using a pencil, create your design
FABRIC MAKE: directly onto the canvas purse. To make
Chirpy purses the bird, draw a very simple ’S’-shaped
bird body and create curved shapes for
its tail as shown. ‘Frame’ the bird with
simple branches, leaves and flower
shapes.
FILL: Use both PC-1M and PC-3M Glitter
Posca to go over the pencil design, filling
in areas as you go along. When the larger
areas are dry, apply details in contrasting
PC-1M Posca colours.
FINISH & FIX: Turn inside-out and iron.
TOP TIP
Wait for one layer to dry
then overlay with another
colour to embellish!
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PCF-350 TO PAINT, DRAW, COLOUR, DECORATE,

WRITE, MARK & CALLIGRAPH.
PC-1M TO PAINT, DRAW, COLOUR, DECORATE,
WRITE & MARK.

BRUSH EXTRA
FINE
1-10 mm 0.7 mm

10 COLOURS 28 COLOURS

Innovative and expressive, the brush tip PCF-350 reaches areas A brilliant all-rounder the PC-1M’s extra-fine bullet tip makes it
that other markers cannot. Painters will enjoy the pleasure of a excellent for fine detail and small projects such as fiddly decorations,
brush without its disadvantages. Beginners and children can master card-making or illustration. Hold it straight on for fine dots and lines,
painterly basics with ease. It’s also ideal for brush script! use it at an angle to create expressive strokes and to colour-in.

PC-1MR TO PAINT, DRAW, COLOUR, DECORATE,

WRITE & MARK.
PC-3M TO PAINT, DRAW, COLOUR, DECORATE,
WRITE & MARK.
REVERSIBLE
ULTRA TIP
FINE FINE
0.7 mm 0.9 -
1.3 mm

22 COLOURS
44 COLOURS - REVERSIBLE AND REPLACEABLE TIP

Slim and smooth, the PC-1MR is for people who love precision. The
ultra-fine tip has the same qualities as a paint marker but with the
consistent, fine line you get with a pen. Available in a wide selection
of colours, it’s perfect for defined outlines, delicate detail and neat
handwriting.
Versatile and vibrant, the PC-3M fine bullet tip is designed for specialists
but can be enjoyed by artists, crafters and customisers alike. Its steady
line and solid colour gives you the power to customise, create, decorate
or mark anything that inspires you.
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PC-5M PC-8K
TO PAINT, DRAW, COLOUR, DECORATE, TO PAINT, DRAW, COLOUR, DECORATE,
WRITE & MARK. WRITE & MARK.

REVERSIBLE
TIP
MEDIUM BROAD
CHISEL
1.8 - TIP
2.5 mm 8 mm

49 COLOURS - REVERSIBLE AND REPLACEABLE TIP 33 COLOURS - REPLACEABLE TIP

An all-round classic, the PC-5M medium bullet tip is the ‘multi-purpose’ Efficient and hard working, the PC-8K’s broad chisel tip draws neat
member of the POSCA range. It produces neat and precise lines and is curves and covers large surfaces in a large range of colours. Great for
ideal for colouring, the PC-5M is the go-to Posca for both professionals flat-tints and a ‘Street Art’ favourite, it is also fantastic for large
and beginners alike. italic-style hand-writing and large format work.

PC-7M PC-17K
TO PAINT, DRAW, COLOUR, DECORATE, TO PAINT, DRAW, COLOUR, DECORATE,
WRITE & MARK. WRITE & MARK.

BROAD EXTRA
BULLET BROAD
TIP
4.5-5.5mm 15 mm

15 COLOURS 10 COLOURS

The artist’s choice, POSCA PC-7M broad bullet tip draws neat curves The pro’s favourite, the PC-17K extra-broad chisel tip is the go-to
and covers large surfaces in a large range of colours. Ideal for flat maker for professionals and artists when creating large-scale artwork.
tints; ‘Street Art’ and is fab on canvas. This rounded tip is excellent for Designed for experts, its XL size tip is incredible on walls and windows,
precision on large art pieces and is great for both pros and novices. producing a strong, confident line and vivid colour.
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Approx.
PC-3M
PCF-350 PC-1M PC-1MR PC-3ML PC-5M PC-7M PC-8K PC-17K
Brush Bullet shaped Pin type Bullet shaped Bullet shaped Bullet shaped Chisel shaped Chisel shaped
Free 0.7mm 0.7mm 0.9-1.3mm 1.8-2.5mm 4.5-5.5mm 8.0mm 15.0mm
Colour 10 colours 29 colours 22 colours 37+8（lamé）colours 49 colours 15 colours 35 colours 10 colours
Code
24 Black Black Black Black Black Black Black Black

Basic
1 White White White
PC-3MWhite White White White White
PCF-350 PC-1M
Sunshine Yellow
PC-1MR
Sunshine Yellow
PC-3ML
Sunshine Yellow
PC-5M
Sunshine Yellow
PC-7M PC-8K PC-17K
P2 Bullet shaped
Brush Bullet shaped Pin type Bullet shaped Bullet shaped Chisel shaped Chisel shaped
73 Free Straw-yellow
0.7mm 0.7mm 0.9-1.3mm Straw-yellow
1.8-2.5mm 4.5-5.5mm Straw-yellow
8.0mm 15.0mm
Colour 10 colours 29 colours 22 colours 37+8（lamé）colours 49 colours 15 colours 35 colours 10 colours
Yellow Yellow Yellow Yellow Yellow Yellow Yellow Yellow
Code2
19
24 Black Black Black Black OCHRE
Black Black Black Black

Basic
13 White White White Bright-yellow
White Bright-yellow
White Bright-yellow
White Bright-yellow
White White

54
P2 Light-orange
Sunshine Yellow Sunshine Yellow Light-orange
Sunshine Yellow Light-orange
Sunshine Yellow Light-orange Light-orange

P4
73 Apricot
Straw-yellow Apricot Apricot Apricot
Straw-yellow Straw-yellow

42 Yellow Orange
Yellow Orange
Yellow Orange
Yellow Orange
Yellow Orange
Yellow Orange
Yellow Yellow

15 Red Red Red Red Red

OCHRE Red Red Red
19
563 Bright-yellow Ruby-red
Bright-yellow Bright-yellow Bright-yellow
14 Dark-red
54 Light-orange Light-orange Light-orange Light-orange Light-orange
60 Red-wine Red-wine Red-wine Red-wine
P4 Apricot Apricot Apricot Apricot
57 Raspberry
4 Orange Orange Orange Orange Orange Orange
11 Fuchsia
15 Red Red Red Red Red Red Red Red
13 Pink Pink Pink Pink Pink Pink Pink Pink
56 Ruby-red
66 Coral-pink Coral-pink
Dark-red Coral-pink
14
51 Light-pink
Red-wine Light-pink Light-pink
Red-wine Light-pink
60 Red-wine Red-wine
P11
57 Lavender Lavender Lavender Lavender
Raspberry
11
34 Lilac
Fuchsia Lilac

12 Pink Violet
Pink Violet
Pink Violet
Pink Violet
Pink Violet
Pink Violet
Pink Pink
13
Coral-pink Navy-blue
Coral-pink Coral-pink
669
10 Light-pink Light-pink Light-pink Prussian-blue
Light-pink
51
33 Blue Blue
Lavender Blue
Lavender Blue
Lavender Blue
Lavender Blue Blue Blue
P11
Light-blue Light-blue Light-blue Light-blue
Lilac Light-blue
Lilac Light-blue Light-blue Light-blue
348
P33 Violet Glacier
VioletBlue Violet Violet Violet Violet
12
48 Sky-blue Sky-blue
Navy-blue Sky-blue
9
71
10 Prussian-blue Turquoise

P6 Blue Aqua-green
Blue Aqua-green
Blue Aqua-green
Blue Aqua-green
Blue Blue Blue Blue
33
Light-blue Light-green
Light-blue Light-blue Light-green
Light-blue Light-green
Light-blue Light-green
Light-blue Light-green
Light-blue Light-blue
85
72 Apple-green Glacier Blue Apple-green Apple-green
P33
31 Sky-blue Emerald-green
Sky-blue Emerald-green
Sky-blue
48
6 Green Green Green Green Green Green Green
Turquoise Green
71
Aqua-green Aqua-green Aqua-green English-green
Aqua-green
83
P6
75 Light-green Khaki-green
Light-green Light-green Light-green Light-green

46 Ivory
Apple-green Ivory
Apple-green Ivory
Apple-green Ivory
72
45 Beige Beige
Emerald-green Beige
Emerald-green Beige
31
216 Green Brown
Green Green Brown
Green Brown
Green Brown
Green Brown
Green Green
84 Cacao-brown
English-green
83
Dark-brown
Khaki-green
227
Ivory Ivory Deep-grey
Ivory Ivory
46
37 Grey
Beige Grey
Beige Grey
Beige Grey Grey
Beige
45
61 Slate-grey
Brown Slate-grey
Brown Slate-grey
Brown Brown Slate-grey
Brown
21
84 Cacao-brown
Dark-brown
22
26 Silver Silver Silver Silver Silver
Deep-grey Silver Silver
Metallic

37
25 Gold Gold
Grey Gold Gold
Grey Gold
Grey Grey Gold
Grey Gold
61
42 Slate-grey Bronze
Slate-grey Bronze
Slate-grey Bronze
Slate-grey
M15 Metallic-red Metallic-red Metallic-red

M13 Metallic-pink Metallic-pink Metallic-pink

M12
26 Silver Silver Silver Silver Metallic-violet
Silver Metallic-violet
Silver Silver
Metallic

M33
25 Gold Gold Metallic-blue
Gold Gold Metallic-blue
Gold Metallic-blue
Gold Gold
M6 Metallic-green Bronze Metallic-green
Bronze Metallic-green
Bronze
42
M15 Metallic-red Metallic-red Metallic-red

F2 Metallic-pink F. Yellow
Metallic-pink F. Yellow
Metallic-pink
M13
F54 Metallic-violet Light-orange
F.Metallic-violet
Fluorescent

M12
F4 Metallic-blue F. Orange
Metallic-blue F. Orange
Metallic-blue
M33
F15 Metallic-green F. Red
Metallic-green F. Red
Metallic-green
M6
F13 F. Pink F. Pink

F. Yellow F. Green
F. Yellow
F6
F2
F54 F. Light-orange
L2 Sparkling yellow F. Orange F. Orange
F4
Fluorescent Lamé

L4 Sparkling orange F. Red F. Red

F15
L15 Sparkling red F. Pink F. Pink
F13
L13 Sparkling pink F. Green
F6
L12 Sparkling violet

L33
L2 Sparkling blue
Sparklingyellow
Lamé

L8
L4 Sparkling
Sparklinglight-blue
orange
L6
L15 Sparkling
Sparklinggreen
red

L13 Sparkling pink

L12 Sparkling violet

L33 Sparkling blue

L8 Sparkling light-blue

L6 Sparkling green
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