Do wooden stamps come with an ink pad? Everything you need to know.
If you’ve purchased or are considering a wooden rubber stamp, you may be wondering whether it includes an ink pad. Unlike self-inking stamps, traditional custom stamps don’t have a built-in ink source—but that gives you more freedom when it comes to colors and styles. Here’s what you should know before stamping.
No, wooden stamps do not come with an ink pad by default. They are sold separately, so you can choose the ink pad color and type that suits your project.
At Expressionery, our custom stamps are designed to work with a wide range of rubber stamp ink pads, including dye, pigment, and archival inks.
What Ink Pads Work Best with Custom Stamps?
For crisp, clear impressions, we recommend using a high-quality pigment or dye ink pad. Avoid fast-drying or solvent-based inks unless the stamp is made for it. Some popular choices include:
🔹 Why Custom Stamps are Sold Without Ink Pads
Wooden stamps are used by crafters, artists, and businesses with unique needs. Selling them separately gives users freedom to:
- Choose from hundreds of ink colors
- Replace ink pads without buying a new stamp
- Use specialty inks for fabric, embossing, or archival work
🔹 What Comes with a Wooden Stamp Order?
When you order a wooden stamp from Expressionery, you’ll receive:
- A deeply engraved rubber stamp mounted on a smooth wooden block
- A precision design impression surface
- Packaging instructions or tips (depending on product)
Ink pads are available separately on our Ink Pads page