HOW TO: Refill a Neuland Marker

It will delight you to know that ALL Neuland markers are refillable. Designed by experts in the industry, Neuland are known as the 'refillable marker makers'. Whether you use Neuland BigOne® for large format graphic or facilitation work, Neuland No.One® for medium format flipchart work or Neuland FineOne® for sketch noting or brainstorming on small format paper. You have found a superb sustainable alternative. 

You will know when your pen is starting to run dry, perhaps not performing well on paper or you are getting a 'drag' or scratch when the pen moves over the paper. You want to work confidently and boldly so need to give your markers a little juice and a helping hand. The big question is how do I refill my Neuland markers with RefillOne ink so they are like new again?

Firstly you will need to ensure you have the correct RefillOne ink colour to pair with the marker. Each marker has a 3-digit colour code on the side of the pen casing. Identify the code and make sure your bottle of RefillOne ink is the perfect match. Here is a colour chart as a guide;

Some Inky Shop UK customers choose to wear gloves, yet we do not feel this is necessary after years of refilling for our meeting illustration & facilitation work. It really can be clean, easy and fuss free. You will ace it as you become more experienced. The big thing to remember is that a little goes a very long way. Just one small squeeze. 

Here is a 10-step guide for you to follow step by step and then an illustration showing the stages;

1. Remove marker lid
2. Store the marker nib down
3. Upturn the refill bottle and squeeze the bulb till it fills
4. Hold refill bottle upright and twist the lid to open
5. Ensure the bulb is full of ink
6. Insert bulb fully into hole in base of marker 
7. Slowly squeeze the contents of the bulb
8. Remove empty bulb
9. Wipe pen base
10. Leave the marker nib down and uncapped for a few moments to let the ink flow into the nib. Replace cap and you're good to go.

You will be delighted to know that keeping bottles of ink to hand will save you money in the long run. It's an investment. One bottle of Neuland RefillOne ink will refill markers;

Neuland BigOne® - up to 11 times
Neuland No.One® - up to 22 times
Neuland FineOne® - up to 45 times

You may be interested to know that all Neuland Markers also have replacement nibs so you really do invest in a marker for a lifetime. To see a short poem written by one of our customers about the lifespan of her Neuland Markers, you may like to read this blog.

We hope you have found the step by step easy to follow and you have a lovely set of fresh juicy pens for your visual work. If you have any questions about the refill process please do call 0333 567 2121 or email hello@inkyshop.co.uk or visit www.inkyshop.co.uk

Inky Thinking are official resellers for Neuland within the UK / GB.