Testing Softcut and Vinyl Lino for Printmaking
Softcut and Japanese vinyl “lino” can look similar, but they behave differently under the tool—and under ink. This post compares cutting resistance, fine detail, ink squeeze, and durability, plus a small studio experiment to test both.
Softcut vs Japanese Lino: A Carving Comparison
Softcut and Japanese vinyl “lino” behave differently under the tool and under ink. This guide compares composition, cutting resistance, fine-detail stability, printing pressure, ink squeeze, and durability—so you can choose the right block for your linocut style and edition goals.