Short answer
Pick the tip for the job: a fine 1 to 3 mm white for menus and labels, a 6 mm reversible bullet or chisel for signs, and a jumbo tip for big window lettering. Use liquid chalk on non-porous boards, glass and mirrors, where it wipes off with water. On porous painted boards it can ghost or stay, so season the board first.
White chalk marker pens by tip
White liquid chalk markers by tip size
| Tip | Width | Use | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fine | About 1 to 3 mm | Menus, prices, labels, small lettering | Chalkola fine tip white, 3 mm |
| Medium bullet or chisel | About 6 mm | Signs, headers, wedding boards | Chalkola white 6 mm, Sharpie chalk white |
| Jumbo | Wide, varies by brand | Window lettering, big promos | Rainbow Chalk Markers jumbo white |
Most chalk markers take a reversible tip: a bullet end and a chisel end on the same nib. Chisel tips make thick and thin strokes for hand lettering. More on tips and colors in chalk markers.
Liquid chalk markers white: what to look for
- Opacity in one pass. White that needs two coats doubles the time on a big board.
- Clean erasing on your actual surface; try a corner first.
- Spare tips. Some sets include replacement nibs, useful because chisel tips fray.
- Water-based ink for indoor boards and windows.
Independent comparisons of chalk markers are rare, so these specs are maker claims; our best chalk markers guide explains what each brand promises.
How to prime a white chalk marker
- Shake with the cap on
Chalkola says to make sure the lid is on before giving the marker a good shake, so the mixing ball blends the pigment.
- Press on scrap
Press the nib firmly on a test surface until ink reaches the tip. White can take longer to come through than colors.
- Test the flow
Draw a few lines on scrap. If it floods, blot the tip; if it is faint, shake and press again.
- Keep shaking
Give it a shake every few minutes on a long board so the white stays bright.
Those priming steps come from Chalkola’s FAQ, which also notes that on thin paper the water-based ink can show through, so it recommends cardstock or poster board.
Erasable white chalk marker: surfaces
Where white chalk markers erase
| Surface | Erases? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Glass, mirrors, windows | Yes, with water | The classic white chalk job |
| Non-porous chalkboards, slate-look boards | Yes | No seasoning needed |
| Whiteboards | Yes | Dried marks may need glass cleaner |
| Painted or chalkboard-paint boards | Often not fully | Season first to avoid ghosting |
| Wood, paper, concrete | No | White chalk ink stays |
Chalkola says its liquid chalk wipes off non-porous surfaces completely with water, and that on porous surfaces the markers still work but will not wipe off. To keep a porous board erasable, season it by rubbing the side of a chalk stick over the whole surface and wiping it off (Chalkola FAQ). Removal methods for stubborn marks are in how to remove chalk marker.
White chalk marker pen or white paint marker?
If you want white that stays, on a sign, a jar label or a mug, a white chalk marker is the wrong tool. Use a white paint marker: oil-based for glass and metal, water-based acrylic for wood and paper. For windows that change every season, chalk is right; see window chalk markers. Sharpie’s erasable white is covered in Sharpie chalk markers, and Chalkola’s range in Chalkola chalk markers.
Lettering tips for white chalk boards
- Plan the layout with a chalk pencil or a stick of chalk; it wipes away under the marker work.
- Letter the biggest words first, centered, then fill around them.
- Use a chisel tip held at one angle for thick downstrokes and thin upstrokes.
- Let white dry fully before adding colored shadows or outlines beside it.
White chalk markers on Amazon
Fine, medium and jumbo whites, each listing checked by hand.
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Chalkola 5 white chalk markers for chalkboard and glass
Five white liquid chalk markers for boards, windows and glass, per the listing.
- 5 pens
- White
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Chalkola liquid white chalk markers, fine tip, 4 pack, 3 mm
Fine 3 mm white tips for menus, prices and labels.
- 4 pens
- 3 mm
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Sharpie Chalk Marker, wet erase, white, 2 count
Wet erase white chalk markers that the listing says wipe off with a damp cloth.
- 2 pens
- Medium tip
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Rainbow Chalk Markers glass pen window marker, white, jumbo tip
A jumbo white liquid chalk pen for big window lettering, per the listing.
- Jumbo tip
- White
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
Does Kmart have chalk pens?
We did not check Kmart’s stock, and ranges differ by country and by store, so look on its website or call your local store. Liquid chalk pens in white are widely sold online: Chalkola, Sharpie and Rainbow Chalk Markers all sell white chalk markers on Amazon.
Is there a white ink Sharpie marker available?
Yes, though not as a classic permanent marker. Sharpie sells white in its oil-based paint markers, in extra fine, fine and medium points, for permanent marks on glass, metal, plastic and more. For erasable white, Sharpie sells a white wet erase chalk marker that its listing says wipes off with a damp cloth.
Are chalk markers permanent?
Not on non-porous surfaces: there they wipe off with water. On porous surfaces they can be. Chalkola says its markers still write on porous surfaces such as concrete, paper, wood and painted surfaces but will not wipe off them. Test any board in a corner before writing a full menu.
How to get chalk markers off chalkboard paint?
Try a damp microfiber cloth first, then a little white vinegar on the cloth, then a melamine sponge with light pressure, testing a corner each time. Chalkboard paint is usually porous, so dried white chalk ink can leave a ghost. To prevent it, season the board first: Chalkola suggests rubbing a regular chalk stick over the whole surface and wiping it off before using liquid chalk.
Why are my liquid chalk markers watery?
Usually because the tip has been pumped too much, flooding it, or because the ink inside has settled and not been mixed. Cap the pen and shake it hard so the mixing ball moves, then press the tip on scrap paper until the flow is even. If a pen stays thin and grey, the ink may have separated for good or the board may be absorbing it.