How do I use these pencils?

Suitable for all types of colour pencil styles and techniques, especially for those looking for their artwork to last over time. The buttery, velvety texture allowing colours to mix and blend.

What is the core size?

Lightfast pencils contain a strong 4mm round core.

What colours are in the set?

Available in sets of 12, 24, 36, 48, 72 and 100. Please refer to the product description for colours.

What texture does Lightfast have?

The pencils are oil-based to create a buttery, velvety texture allowing colours to blend and mix.

What products can I use with Lightfast?

Use on their own in conjunction with Lightfast paper, for artwork that will last up to 100 years. Or mix in with your favourite sketching or colouring pencils.

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Lightfast

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Age range (description)
Adult
Brand
Derwent
Colour
Yellow Green
Ink colour
Multicolor
Material
Wood
Model name
Lightfast

🎨36 vibrant shades

✏️oil-based creamy core

🛡️100 years fade-resistant

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Description

🎨 Elevate your art with colours that outlast trends and time.

SUSTAINABLY CRAFTED - Made in England’s Lake District with PEFC-certified wood—art that respects the planet.
ARTIST APPROVED DESIGN - Hexagonal barrels fit standard sharpeners and offer ergonomic grip for long studio sessions.
MUSEUM GRADE DURABILITY - Colours stay vivid for 100+ years under UV exposure—your legacy in every stroke.
SILKY SMOOTH APPLICATION - Oil-based cores deliver rich, dense colour laydown for flawless blending and layering.
PREMIUM 36 COLOUR PALETTE - A bold spectrum designed for professional-grade artistry and expressive creativity.

Derwent Lightfast Pencils are a professional set of 36 oil-based coloured pencils engineered for fade resistance up to 100 years under museum conditions. Crafted in England’s Lake District with sustainable materials, these pencils feature a smooth, creamy core for rich, vibrant colour application, ideal for artists seeking archival-quality results in drawing, sketching, and design.

Specifications

ASIN	B07BQ32VDV
Age Range Description	Adult
Best Sellers Rank	31,705 in Stationery & Office Supplies ( See Top 100 in Stationery & Office Supplies ) 174 in Coloured Pencils for Adults
Body Shape	Hexagonal
Brand Name	Derwent
Closure Type	Retractable
Colour	Yellow,Green,White,Salmon,Violet,Brown,Black
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (1,637)
Drill Point	Fine
EU Spare Part Availability Duration	2 Years
Global Trade Identification Number	05028252525862
Grip Type	smooth
Hardness	1.0 kg
Included Components	Storage box
Ink Colour	Multicolor
Is the Product Left or Right Handed?	Ambidextrous
Item Diameter	4 Millimetres
Item Dimensions	14 x 198 x 355 millimetres
Item Type Name	Lightfast Coloured Pencil Tin
Item Weight	590 g
Line Size	2mm_and_above
Manufacturer	Artstat
Material Type	Wood
Model Name	Lightfast
Model Number	a
Pattern	Single
Product Warranty	2 year manufacturer
Recommended Uses For Product	Drawing, Painting, Sketching
Special Features	Erasable
Style	Reusable Tin
Theme	Artistic Expression
Unit Count	36.0 count
Water Resistance Level	Not Water Resistant
Writing Instrument Form	Colored Pencil
Writing Technique	pencil lead

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