Tim Holtz Distress Inks are acid-free, non-toxic, fade resistant, water-based dye inks. Theyre perfect for the new vintage, stained, aged effect crafters are creating in their altered books, scrapbook pages, cards and paper craft projects. These inks produce a realistic, weathered look on paper, photos and decorative fibers. All the colorful Distress Inks afford added versatility when photo tinting and color layering with the original, award winning tones. The 2 x 2 inch pads are made with a higher raised felt for easier use with direct to paper techniques.