Short answer
Chalkola chalk markers are water-based liquid chalk markers with felt tips from 1 mm to 15 mm. Chalkola says they wipe off non-porous surfaces such as glass, whiteboards, non-porous chalkboards, metal and vinyl with a damp cloth, but stay put on porous surfaces such as wood, paper, concrete and painted walls. Season a porous chalkboard before use.
What Chalkola chalk markers are
Chalkola sells liquid chalk markers, acrylic paint pens, dot markers and chalkboards, and says its products are non-toxic, xylene-free, dustless and odorless (Chalkola FAQ). The chalk markers carry water-based chalk ink in a felt tip. Chalkola says the finish is matte and highly pigmented, except its metallic chalk markers, which have a shimmer.
They are pump pens. Chalkola’s instructions: put the lid on, shake well, then remove the lid and press the nib firmly on a test surface until the ink floods the tip. On windows, prime on a paper towel rather than the glass, so a flooded tip does not drip.
Where Chalkola markers wipe off and where they stay
Chalkola chalk markers by surface
| Surface | Type | What happens, per Chalkola |
|---|---|---|
| Glass, mirrors, windows | Non-porous | Wipes off with a damp cloth or glass cleaner |
| Whiteboards, acrylic and laminate boards | Non-porous | Wipes off |
| Non-porous chalkboards (porcelain steel, glass) | Non-porous | Wipes off, no seasoning needed |
| Metal, ceramic, plastic, vinyl | Non-porous | Works and wipes off |
| Wood, paper, concrete, painted walls | Porous | Writes, but will not wipe off |
| Raw porous chalkboard | Porous | Season with stick chalk first to avoid ghosting |
Chalkola adds that its colors are UV and weather resistant, especially on porous surfaces like paper and canvas, and that ammonia-based cleaners should be avoided if you want artwork on a porous surface to stay.
Chalkola liquid chalk markers by tip size
Chalkola’s own guide to tips is short and practical: 1 mm for fine writing, small labels and detailed art; 3 mm for everyday chalkboard writing; 6 mm for bold menu lettering, signs and quick fills; and the 15 mm jumbo for windows, car windows and large chalkboards. Each jumbo marker, Chalkola says, holds 28 grams of ink and has a 3-in-1 nib that goes from fine to bold.
| Tip | Best for |
|---|---|
| 1 mm | Place cards, wine glasses, jar labels, small chalkboard notes |
| 3 mm | Everyday board writing and calendars |
| 6 mm reversible bullet and chisel | Menus, signs, lettering, quick fills |
| 5 mm dot plus 1 to 5 mm brush | Dot art, mandalas, brush lettering on boards |
| 15 mm jumbo | Car windows, shop windows, big chalkboards |
Seasoning a chalkboard before using Chalkola
This is the step most people skip and then regret. Chalkola says a fresh, unused porous chalkboard should be seasoned: rub the side of a regular chalk stick over the whole board, then wipe it off. That fills the pores, so liquid chalk lifts cleanly later instead of leaving a ghost image. Non-porous boards made of glass, acrylic, laminate or porcelain steel need no seasoning. If you are not sure what your board is, test a corner and leave it overnight before you letter the whole thing.
Chalkola on windows and car windows
Car windows for graduations, weddings and game days are one of the main uses Chalkola names. It says the markers go on any non-porous glass and wipe off with a damp cloth or glass cleaner, with no residue and no harm to glass or automotive paint, and recommends the 15 mm jumbo for big lettering and the 1 mm or 6 mm tips for detailed window art. Let a design dry before you drive, and wash it off before a trip through the car wash. For house windows, see window chalk markers.
Paper, poster board and ghosting
On thick poster board, kraft paper and cardstock, Chalkola says its chalk markers sit on top without soaking through. On thin printer paper the water-based ink can show through, so use cardstock or the 1 mm tip for lighter coverage. Remember that paper is porous: the marks will not erase.
How to remove Chalkola chalk marker
For fresh marks a damp cloth is enough. For dried-on or stubborn marks on glass, mirrors, whiteboards or acrylic, Chalkola suggests a magic eraser, ammonia-free glass cleaner, white vinegar or a drop of rubbing alcohol on a cloth. Test any of these on a hidden spot first, and go gentle on acrylic sheet, which is easy to scratch and cloud. The full method for every surface, including clothes and porous boards, is in how to remove chalk marker.
Chalkola versus other chalk markers
Chalkola competes with Sharpie wet erase chalk markers, Arteza and a long list of Amazon brands. The ink behaves much the same way from brand to brand: wipe off non-porous surfaces, stay on porous ones. Where brands differ is tip range and pack mix. Chalkola’s strength is choice, with fine, standard, dot and jumbo tips and white-only packs. Compare more on chalk markers and our best chalk markers guide.
Chalkola chalk markers on Amazon
Five Chalkola packs by tip and color mix, each listing checked by hand.
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Chalkola 10 liquid chalk markers with gold and silver
Ten colors including metallic gold and silver, with reversible 6 mm bullet and chisel tips, per the listing. The all-round starter set.
- 10 colors
- 6 mm reversible tips
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Chalkola 5 white chalk markers, 1 to 15 mm
Five whites in 1, 3, 6, 10 and 15 mm, per the listing. White is the color boards and windows use most.
- All white
- 5 tip sizes
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Chalkola liquid white chalk markers, fine tip, 4 pack
Four 3 mm whites for everyday board writing and small labels.
- White
- 3 mm fine tip
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Chalkola erasable liquid chalk markers, 30 pack
Bright and earth colors in one 6 mm pack, per the listing, for menus, mirrors and storefronts.
- 30 colors
- 6 mm
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Chalkola 24 chalk markers, dual tip dot and brush
A 5 mm dot tip and a 1 to 5 mm brush tip on each pen, with gold and silver included, per the listing. The listing says no pumping is needed.
- 24 colors
- Dot and brush tips
Each pick links to an Amazon listing we checked by hand. Prices, colors and pack sizes change on Amazon, so check the listing before you buy. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Questions people ask
Are Chalkola markers good?
We have not tested them, and we did not find an independent hands-on comparison to point to. On paper they cover the basics well: Chalkola sells tips from 1 mm to 15 mm, says its pens are non-toxic, xylene-free and dustless, matte and highly pigmented, and explains clearly where they wipe off and where they do not. Buy for the surface you have: non-porous boards and glass suit them best.
What is the best brand of chalk markers?
There is no single best brand, because the surface matters more than the logo. Chalkola, Sharpie, Arteza and Chalky Crown all sell liquid chalk markers that wipe off non-porous boards and glass. Pick by tip size and by what you write on: a 15 mm jumbo for windows, 6 mm for menus, 1 to 3 mm for small labels. Our best chalk markers guide compares them by job.
What is the difference between chalk and chalk markers?
Chalk is a dry stick that leaves dust and wipes off with a dry eraser. A chalk marker holds liquid, water-based chalk ink that dries to a bold, matte line with no dust and usually needs a damp cloth to remove. Liquid chalk is brighter and crisper, but it can ghost or stain porous boards, which plain chalk does not.
Where can I buy chalk markers?
Art and craft stores, office supply stores and Amazon all carry them. Chalkola sells through its own website and on Amazon, and points volume buyers to wholesale and bulk multipacks of 30 and 50 pens. The picks on this page link to Amazon listings we checked by hand.
What are liquid chalk markers best for?
Signs and surfaces you want to change: cafe menus, specials boards, shop windows, mirrors, car windows for celebrations, glass jars, wedding signs, LED boards and calendars. Chalkola lists those uses and recommends the 15 mm jumbo tip for car and house windows and 1 to 6 mm tips for detail.
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Last reviewed 2026-10-12. Specs and availability change; check the listing before you buy.