# White-Out Inspired Inks The Krink K-12 Paint Marker Features a Squeezable Body By Meghan Young | Published 2010-08-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krink-k-12-paint-marker References: [lifelounge](http://www.lifelounge.com/blogs/royalflyness/new-krink-k_12-paint-markers.aspx) & [12ozprophet](http://12ozprophet.com/shop/index.php/markers-ink/krink/krink-k-12-color-paint-marker.html) Although I'm very particular about my stationary, I'm convinced that the [Krink](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paint-marker) K-12 Paint Marker is the best marker out on the market. Its new design features a [metal-tip rather than the typical felt-tip](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/p3n-pen), making it much more durable. In addition, the Krink K-12 Paint Marker features a squeezable body that allows users to control the amount of ink passing through. Available in red, purple, black and silver, these Krink K-12 Paint Markers will complete any office stationary set. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.4/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Durable Design:** Opportunity for developing and marketing writing instruments with metal tips for improved durability. - **Ink Precision Control:** Opportunity for creating writing instruments with a squeezable body for users to control the ink flow. - **Expanded Color Range:** Opportunity for producing writing instruments with a wider range of colors to cater to different preferences. ### Where This Applies - **Stationary:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for stationary companies to create more durable and versatile writing instruments. - **Office Supplies:** Opportunity for office supply companies to offer writing instruments with improved design and functionality. - **Art Supplies:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for art supply companies to develop paint markers with enhanced durability and ink control. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Co-Branded Paint Markers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paint-marker.md) - [Graffiti-Inspired Marker Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graffitiinspired-marker-set.md) - [Waterproof Acrylic Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-acrylic-pens.md) - [Industrial Kobalt Ink Markers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lowes-3.md) - [Artistic Monochromatic Wine Branding](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krink-x-barossa-ink-limited-edition-shiraz.md) - [Paint Brand Marker Shades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/royal-talens.md) - [Smear-Resistant Writing Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bic-gelocity-gel-pens.md) - [Pattern-Drawing Dual-Tip Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/colored-curve-pens.md) - [Unique Writing Instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphite-paintbrush-writing-instrument.md)