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product_id: 2294699
title: "Speedball Block Printing Press - Adjustable Height Model B Steel Press For Printmaking"
brand: "speedball"
price: "€ 215.11"
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reviews_count: 11
category: "Speedball"
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# 6 lbs portable design Adjustable height for precision Steel frame for durability Speedball Block Printing Press - Adjustable Height Model B Steel Press For Printmaking

**Brand:** speedball
**Price:** € 215.11
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎨 Elevate your print game—wherever inspiration strikes!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Speedball Block Printing Press - Adjustable Height Model B Steel Press For Printmaking by speedball
- **How much does it cost?** € 215.11 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.de](https://www.desertcart.de/products/2294699-speedball-block-printing-press-adjustable-height-model-b-steel-press)

## Best For

- speedball enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted speedball brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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## Key Features

- • **Durable Steel Build:** Ultra-sturdy steel frame ensures long-lasting performance across all hard and soft substrates.
- • **Effortless Operation:** Simple handle pull mechanism makes professional-quality block printing accessible to all skill levels.
- • **Versatile Print Size:** Perfectly sized for prints up to 6 x 8 inches—ideal for hobbyists and classroom artists alike.
- • **Compact & Travel-Ready:** Lightweight 6-pound steel construction means your creative studio goes wherever you do.
- • **Precision Pressure Control:** Two adjustable height settings deliver consistent, even pressure for flawless prints every time.

## Overview

The Speedball Block Printing Press Model B is a portable, steel-framed printmaking tool designed for hobbyists and educators. It offers two adjustable height settings to apply even pressure on prints up to 6 x 8 inches, ensuring clear, consistent results. Weighing just 6 pounds, it’s compact enough to travel with, making it perfect for creative professionals seeking precision and portability in their printmaking process.

## Description

The Speedball Block Printing Press Model B gives uniform pressure for excellent reproductions of prints up to 6 x 8 inches. It is ideal for a printing hobbyist to use at home or in school. The block printing press comes with two adjustable heights. When you are ready to press you simply pull the handle down so the plate presses against the block and paper. The printing press produces even, firm pressure and will help you create clearer prints than if you were pressing by hand. Weighing only 6 pounds, the block printers press is very portable. It is compact and light enough to travel with so you can create gorgeous prints wherever you are! The printmaking press is made from steel that is ultra-sturdy and strong. Great to use with all hard and soft substrates.

Review: Consistent Good Prints - I like this small hand press. I see mixed reviews online about it, and it is not going to satisfy someone who is looking for results similar to those found on something like a bigger, much more expensive etching press. But don't underestimate it. For small projects, using good inks, it yields a nice clear print for a great price. Best feature is the even pressure. I have now practiced with viscose block print ink for both fabric and paper, and with runnier textile paints. Good consistent results with all! But you have to make some minor adjustments. The best way to print is to lay your block "face up" on the memory foam pad. I print on linen and cotton and it is great for fabric. I can even do repeat prints on larger pieces of fabric with it. Also, it works best with either mounted lino, or good rubber stamps (pink Speedy Carve). I tried it on unmounted lino and did not get as good a result.. I think the thicker the block, the better the print. Some people complained that the bottom of the press will scratch their table surface or slide around. My solution for this is just put a piece of the rubbery shelf liner or rug grip stuff under it. It won't budge. Also, you might want to play around with the table height. You can get more leverage on the press at varying heights. It's all about how tall you are, probably. Tip: If you are still worried about a good clear print, you can also just use the press to adhere your print to the inked block. Once you've pressed your inked block and paper in the press , just slip the whole thing out from under pressing plate, and finish off your print with a baren or flat wooden spoon. The initial pressure gives a good start to the hand-printing process. There are two levels for the upper plate. I'm not sure why, as it seems the lower one is the only one that ensures a good print. Also, the printer is sturdy enough, but make sure to press without twisting the pressing arm. It's great! I recommend it, and with a little experimentation with inks and blocks, it yields excellent results for small projects.
Review: Buyers Beware! 1 Yr Old- Speedball gives NO Warranty! - I am an at-home crafter so this press was an expensive investment for me. The bottom corner is bolted on one side and welded on the other. The welded corner has broken off and the press does not function. On the order details- desertcart states to contact the Manufacture for Warranty info. I did and got this back.... "Thank you for contacting Speedball Art Products. Unfortunately, this product is not covered by any warranties. Any replacements or repairs are not available on this product. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to ask." I am so disappointed in Speedball. I thought they were a reputable company and made a sound product. It is crazy to me to point your customers to contact the company regarding warranty details only to find out they in fact do not have one.

## Features

- BLOCK PRINTER’S PRESS – This printmaking tool is perfect for reproduction of prints up to 6 x 8 inches. It is ideal for a printing hobbyist to use at home or in school.
- EASY TO USE – The block printing press comes with two adjustable heights. When you are ready to press you simply pull the handle down so the plate presses against the block and paper.
- PORTABLE DESIGN – Weighing only 6 pounds, the block printers press is very portable. It is compact and light enough to travel with so you can create gorgeous prints wherever you are!
- DURABLE CONSTRUCTION – The printmaking press is made from steel that is ultra-sturdy and strong. Great to use with all hard and soft substrates.
- CREATES EVEN PRESSURE – The hand printing press produces even, firm pressure and will help you create clearer prints than if you were pressing by hand.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000BYVMIE |
| Best Sellers Rank | #182,239 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ( See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ) #150 in Printing Presses & Accessories |
| Customer Reviews | 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars (139) |
| Date First Available | April 20, 2010 |
| Item Weight | 5.7 pounds |
| Item model number | 004136 |
| Manufacturer | Speedball Art Products Company |
| Product Dimensions | 3.88 x 3.35 x 0.2 inches |

## Images

![Speedball Block Printing Press - Adjustable Height Model B Steel Press For Printmaking - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71nFdYLPxZL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Would letterpress wood block type work in this press?**
A: Hello. Speedball's Model B press does not have the right type of “bed” or “chase” to hold standard letterpress type blocks. It would be very difficult to create multiple prints in this fashion as potential movement of the blocks would be very hard to prevent during both the inking and printing processes. In addition, the press might not provide the correct pressure to create the desired and recognizable impression created from that of the letterpress technique. I hope this information helps. Please feel free to contact us directly should you have any further questions. Thank you.

**Q: Can a rubber stamp be mounted in this? We use it to stamp our shopping bags with our logo**
A: You mean to mount it on the top plate  The top plate is metal, and  I think (but I have never tried it) that would work, you could use hot melt glue or something better.  I use it for making cards, and I put the paper down first, then the block and then pull the top part down.  Works really well.

**Q: Can I use this with my photopolymer plates and still get a deboss print ?**
A: If you use a good grade of paper, you can create enough pressure to emboss or deboss if you put your polymer plate on a hard surface.  The Speedball block press usually has a thin soft surface and it will not emboss or deboss well, so a hard surface will allow for that.

**Q: Can you use this for plexiglass prints?**
A: I've never done that, however I often adhere my smaller carved linoleum pieced to plexi, and have used this press with them.  You can control the pressure somewhat, and the bottom is padded and has some give to it which protects the plexi. Hope that helps.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Consistent Good Prints
*by J***T on May 24, 2014*

I like this small hand press. I see mixed reviews online about it, and it is not going to satisfy someone who is looking for results similar to those found on something like a bigger, much more expensive etching press. But don't underestimate it. For small projects, using good inks, it yields a nice clear print for a great price. Best feature is the even pressure. I have now practiced with viscose block print ink for both fabric and paper, and with runnier textile paints. Good consistent results with all! But you have to make some minor adjustments. The best way to print is to lay your block "face up" on the memory foam pad. I print on linen and cotton and it is great for fabric. I can even do repeat prints on larger pieces of fabric with it. Also, it works best with either mounted lino, or good rubber stamps (pink Speedy Carve). I tried it on unmounted lino and did not get as good a result.. I think the thicker the block, the better the print. Some people complained that the bottom of the press will scratch their table surface or slide around. My solution for this is just put a piece of the rubbery shelf liner or rug grip stuff under it. It won't budge. Also, you might want to play around with the table height. You can get more leverage on the press at varying heights. It's all about how tall you are, probably. Tip: If you are still worried about a good clear print, you can also just use the press to adhere your print to the inked block. Once you've pressed your inked block and paper in the press , just slip the whole thing out from under pressing plate, and finish off your print with a baren or flat wooden spoon. The initial pressure gives a good start to the hand-printing process. There are two levels for the upper plate. I'm not sure why, as it seems the lower one is the only one that ensures a good print. Also, the printer is sturdy enough, but make sure to press without twisting the pressing arm. It's great! I recommend it, and with a little experimentation with inks and blocks, it yields excellent results for small projects.

### ⭐ Buyers Beware! 1 Yr Old- Speedball gives NO Warranty!
*by S***R on August 21, 2019*

I am an at-home crafter so this press was an expensive investment for me. The bottom corner is bolted on one side and welded on the other. The welded corner has broken off and the press does not function. On the order details- Amazon states to contact the Manufacture for Warranty info. I did and got this back.... "Thank you for contacting Speedball Art Products. Unfortunately, this product is not covered by any warranties. Any replacements or repairs are not available on this product. We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to ask." I am so disappointed in Speedball. I thought they were a reputable company and made a sound product. It is crazy to me to point your customers to contact the company regarding warranty details only to find out they in fact do not have one.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Really great printmaking tool!
*by A***R on April 6, 2012*

Because of its heavy-duty metal construction this is definitely no toy. It's perfect for the hobbyist (like me) who just wants to make small prints that don't hurt the wallet. I'm actually using it with my 5-year old. No way am I allowing her to cut linoleum but instead invested in a stack of cheap bargain bulk styrofoam plates (this is where we drew our images onto with a ball-point pen), Speedball 4-Inch Pop-In Brayer and Rollers, 4-Pack , Speedball Bench Hook and Inking Plate for Block Printing , and a tube of Blick water-soluble block printing ink. The results were amazing! I can see how the smaller press to larger base could confuse a person initially but it takes seconds to figure out what your dimensional limitations are. I really don't see how you could do the job of this as easy, successful, and affordable. Just get it.

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