Solid Paint Markers Grease Pens - 11 Colors | Dealer Depot

Solid Paint Markers (Grease Pens) - Permanent Crayon-Style Markers for Dealership Use

Solid Paint Markers (also known as grease pens, paint sticks, or paint crayons) offer a unique twist-up crayon-style writing experience for dealership marking applications. Unlike liquid paint markers, these solid paint sticks write smoothly on virtually any surface and create permanent, weatherproof marks. Available in 11 colors including standard colors AND fluorescent options - the widest color range in our marker lineup.

Specifications

Marker type: Solid paint stick (grease pen / paint crayon)
Mechanism: Twist-up tube design (like lipstick)
Available colors: Black, Blue, Fluorescent Orange, Fluorescent Pink, Fluorescent Yellow, Green, Orange, Purple, Red, White, Yellow (11 colors)
Surface compatibility: Glass, metal, plastic, rubber, wood, stone, paper, cardboard
Permanence: Marks are permanent (do not wipe off easily)
Weather-resistant: Holds up to extreme weather, oil, water
Package: 1 marker per unit

What Are Solid Paint Markers?

Solid paint markers contain a solid paint stick (similar to a lipstick or large crayon) that twists up from a plastic tube. Unlike liquid markers, the paint comes in a solid stick form that you draw onto surfaces. The marks created are bold, opaque, and surprisingly weather-resistant.

Important: These Are NOT Windshield-Removable

Unlike water-based windshield markers, solid paint markers create PERMANENT marks. They're designed for industrial, automotive, and construction marking applications - not removable windshield pricing. Use solid paint markers for:

Tire stamps and code markings
Vehicle inspection markings (interior surfaces, undercarriage)
Inventory tracking codes
Industrial dealership signage
Construction and warehouse marking
Sign-making and display boards
Surface coding that needs permanence

11 Colors - Widest Range Available

The 11-color selection is the broadest range in our marker lineup:

Standard Colors:

Black - High contrast permanent marking
Blue - Professional appearance
Green - Inspection or category coding
Orange - Standard visibility
Purple - Unique color coding
Red - Important markings and warnings
White - High visibility on dark surfaces
Yellow - Standard high-visibility

Fluorescent Colors:

Fluorescent Orange - Maximum daylight visibility
Fluorescent Pink - Distinctive bright marking
Fluorescent Yellow - Brightest "safety yellow" coding

Multi-Surface Capability

Solid paint markers work on surfaces that liquid markers struggle with:

Rough metal (raw steel, welded surfaces)
Rubber (tires, weatherstripping)
Oily or dirty surfaces
Wet surfaces
Wood, stone, concrete
Cardboard, paper, fabric
Plastic, vinyl, metal

Twist-Up Convenience

The tube design means no caps to lose, no drying out, and easy advancement of the paint stick as you use it. Twist the bottom to expose more paint as the tip wears down. Clean and convenient compared to traditional grease pens.

Weather and Chemical Resistance

The wax-based paint formula resists:

Rain and water
Sun and UV exposure
Oil and grease
Mild chemicals
Temperature extremes (-40°F to 150°F)

Common Dealership Uses

Tire marking for inspection or stock tracking
Used vehicle inspection codes
Industrial dealership maintenance marking
Auction lot vehicle marking
Construction zone identification
Warehouse inventory coding
Trade-in tracking codes (on interior surfaces)
Sign-making and permanent display work

When NOT to Use Solid Paint Markers

Avoid using solid paint markers for:

Windshield pricing (use water-based markers instead - solid paint is permanent)
Customer-facing vehicle windows (will not remove)
Any surface where you'll want to remove the marking
Detail work (these are bold, not precise)

Application Tips

Twist up just enough paint stick to write comfortably
Apply with steady pressure
Marks become more permanent over hours/days
Surface temperature affects application - warmer surfaces hold paint better
Clean surface first for best adhesion

Storage and Care

Twist paint stick back down before storage to prevent damage to exposed paint. Store at room temperature. Avoid crushing the tube. With proper care, solid paint markers provide hundreds of marks per stick.