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product_id: 48199050
title: "Inktense Permanent Watercolour Pencils, Set of 36 in a Tin, 4mm Premium Core, Water-Soluble, Ideal for Colouring, Painting and Crafting, Professional Quality (2301842)"
brand: "derwent"
price: "₨70665"
currency: LKR
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reviews_count: 8
category: "Derwent"
url: https://www.desertcart.lk/products/48199050-inktense-permanent-watercolour-pencils-set-of-36-in-a-tin
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region: Sri Lanka
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# 36 vibrant colours water-soluble ink-like pigment 4mm premium core Inktense Permanent Watercolour Pencils, Set of 36 in a Tin, 4mm Premium Core, Water-Soluble, Ideal for Colouring, Painting and Crafting, Professional Quality (2301842)

**Brand:** derwent
**Price:** ₨70665
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎨 Elevate your art game with colours that don’t just pop—they stay permanent.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Inktense Permanent Watercolour Pencils, Set of 36 in a Tin, 4mm Premium Core, Water-Soluble, Ideal for Colouring, Painting and Crafting, Professional Quality (2301842) by derwent
- **How much does it cost?** ₨70665 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.lk](https://www.desertcart.lk/products/48199050-inktense-permanent-watercolour-pencils-set-of-36-in-a-tin)

## Best For

- derwent enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted derwent brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Unmatched Vibrancy:** 36 intensely pigmented pencils for bold, permanent colour that won’t fade or wash out.
- • **Versatile Medium Mastery:** Ideal for paper, fabric, ceramics, and more—expand your creative horizons beyond traditional colouring.
- • **Ink-Like Water Activation:** Transforms into vivid, permanent washes with just a touch of water—perfect for layering without smudging.
- • **Sleek & Sustainable Storage:** Comes in a stylish reusable tin that keeps your set organized and ready for on-the-go inspiration.
- • **Professional Grade Craftsmanship:** 4mm premium cores with a smooth yet firm texture, designed for precision and effortless blending.

## Overview

Derwent Inktense Permanent Watercolour Pencils are a professional set of 36 water-soluble pencils featuring a 4mm premium core. Their unique ink-like pigment delivers intensely vibrant colours that become permanent once dry, enabling exceptional layering and versatility across multiple porous surfaces including paper and fabric. Packaged in a reusable tin, these pencils combine high-quality craftsmanship with innovative active colour technology, making them a must-have for artists and creatives seeking bold, lasting impact.

## Description

From the manufacturer An innovative formulation that acts like ink, delivering intensely vibrant colours that dry permanently and do not wash out, for exceptional layering. Ink-Like Effects Dry pigment intensifies when mixed with water. Layering Active colour technology. Layer without dissolving previous applications. Translucent washes Create translucent vivid colour washes when you add water to the pencil pigment. Porous Materials Effective on paper, fabrics, ceramics, wood and other porous materials. Recommended Derwent Accessories Derwent Push Button Waterbrush Derwent Inktense Paper Pads Derwent Inktense Paint Push Button Waterbrush Set Ideal for dissolving pigment and spreading colour. Specially developed to maximise the colour vibrancy of Inktense. Intensely vibrant watercolour paints in the Inktense formulation. Four tip sizes: fine, medium, large and large chisel. Available in three sizes. Available in three sizes and colour palettes. What formulation are the Inktense pencils? A unique formulation that is highly pigmented, permanent once dry and creates ink-like stains. What formulation are the Inktense pencils? A unique formulation that is highly pigmented, permanent once dry and creates ink-like stains. What is included in the set? The Inktense Pencil range includes up to 100 pencil colours. Pick your chosen set size from 6 - 100 pencils. Some sets may also include additional accessories. What is included in the set? The Inktense Pencil range includes up to 100 pencil colours. Pick your chosen set size from 6 - 100 pencils. Some sets may also include additional accessories. What colours are in the set? Please read the product description for the colour palette What colours are in the set? Please read the product description for the colour palette How do I use the pencils? Experiment with wet or dry media. Either wet the paper or pencil marks, or use straight from the pencil with a wet brush. How do I use the pencils? Experiment with wet or dry media. Either wet the paper or pencil marks, or use straight from the pencil with a wet brush. What products can I use with the Inktense pencils? Use alone with our Push Button Waterbrushes and Inktense Paper for the best application, or mix with the Inktense Paints and Blocks What products can I use with the Inktense pencils? Use alone with our Push Button Waterbrushes and Inktense Paper for the best application, or mix with the Inktense Paints and Blocks Keep discovering About Derwent With a proud heritage dating back to 1832; we have been creating pencils in the Lake District, UK, since 1916. With over 150 years of know-how packed into every pencil and art tool, our creative and scientific minds never cease experimenting. Obsessing over highest quality materials and forever creating an ever evolving exceptional range for every artist. We keep pushing boundaries so that artists can keep pushing theirs.

Review: Brilliant pencils - Love these water colour pencils. The colours are truly intense and the texture is smooth. Ideal for outdoor sketching
Review: Great starter pack - Great starter packs, excellent quality for colouring on fabric

## Features

- Derwent Inktense Watercolour Pencils: Set of 36 permanent water-soluble premium quality highly blendable artist pencils with 4mm round barrel and firm texture; also suitable for painting on fabric
- An innovative formulation that acts like ink, delivering intensely vibrant colours that dry permanently and do not wash out, for exceptional layering
- Advanced performance with specially formulated active colour technology; Richly coloured pigments intensify when activated with water; Light washes dry permanently
- Perfect For Artists: Also experiment with quilting, crafting, fashion design, card making and colouring-in; soft core, with firm texture; best used with Derwent waterbrushes and Inktense paper
- Contents: 1 x Set of 36 Derwent Inktense Professional Watercolour Pencils in a reusable tin, round barrels fit standard pencil sharpeners

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B001U3QO7O |
| Age Range Description | Child and adult |
| Age range (description) | Child and adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | 5,780 in Stationery & Office Supplies ( See Top 100 in Stationery & Office Supplies ) 31 in Coloured Pencils for Adults |
| Body Shape | Cylindrical |
| Brand | Derwent |
| Brand Name | Derwent |
| Closure Type | tin |
| Colour | Multicolour |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 8,946 Reviews |
| Drill Point | Fine |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 05028252260749 |
| Grip Type | Smooth |
| Included Components | Sharpener, {'User Manual'} |
| Ink Base | Water |
| Ink Colour | Multicolor |
| Ink colour | Multicolor |
| Is the Product Left or Right Handed? | Linke Hand |
| Item Diameter | 4 Millimetres |
| Item Dimensions | 35.2 x 1.4 x 19.8 centimetres |
| Item Weight | 1.35 Pounds |
| Item height | 7.8 inches |
| Line Size | Spesso (4 mm) |
| Manufacturer | Derwent |
| Material | Wood |
| Material Type | Wood |
| Model Name | Derwent Inktense Permanent Watercolour Pencils |
| Model Number | 2301842 |
| Pattern | Metal box |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Colouring, Drawing |
| Special Features | Water Soluble |
| Style | Reusable Tin |
| Unit Count | 36.0 Count |
| Writing Instrument Form | Colored Pencil |
| Writing instrument form | Colored Pencil |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Derwent
- **Writing instrument form:** Colored Pencil
- **Colour:** Multicolour
- **Ink colour:** Multicolor
- **Age range (description):** Child and adult
- **Material:** Wood
- **Point type:** Fine
- **Special feature:** Water Soluble
- **Unit count:** 36.0 count
- **Model name:** Derwent Inktense Permanent Watercolour Pencils

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What formulation are the Inktense pencils?**
A: A unique formulation that is highly pigmented, permanent once dry and creates ink-like stains.

**Q: What is included in the set?**
A: The Inktense Pencil range includes up to 100 pencil colours. Pick your chosen set size from 6 - 100 pencils. Some sets may also include additional accessories.

**Q: What colours are in the set?**
A: Please read the product description for the colour palette

**Q: How do I use the pencils?**
A: Experiment with wet or dry media. Either wet the paper or pencil marks, or use straight from the pencil with a wet brush.

**Q: What products can I use with the Inktense pencils?**
A: Use alone with our Push Button Waterbrushes and Inktense Paper for the best application, or mix with the Inktense Paints and Blocks

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brilliant pencils
*by B***A on 1 August 2025*

Love these water colour pencils. The colours are truly intense and the texture is smooth. Ideal for outdoor sketching

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great starter pack
*by K***N on 2 January 2026*

Great starter packs, excellent quality for colouring on fabric

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very colourful
*by J***D on 11 December 2025*

These are wonderful for use with or without water, blend smoothly, I will definitely buy these again

## Frequently Bought Together

- Derwent Inktense Color Pencils, 36-Piece Tin Set, 4mm Round Core, Watercolor Drawing
- Derwent Twin Hole Pencil Sharpener, Black, 11.5mm & 8.25mm
- Derwent Push Button Waterbrush Assorted Set (2305816)

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*Last updated: 2026-03-06*