Q&A for How to Use a Kneaded Eraser

To keep your kneaded eraser soft, knead it often and use it. Do not add lotion in it because it can get too sticky and you won’t be able to use it.

If it is too stiff, break it into pieces and knead each piece until it is no longer stiff. If that doesn’t work, rinse it under warm water, then knead it.

If you stretch it too much, it will break apart easily. It will not damage your eraser.

Kneaded erasers should not be too hard. It will most likely be shaped as a square. Knead it to make it softer.

Do not put it in a microwave or oven. It will not work and will ruin your eraser. Instead, hold it in your hands and warm it up. Then, knead it until it is back to normal!

Yes, it is the same thing just with “putty” at the beginning. They are both the same thing and should work the same.

Not a kneaded eraser. Just knead a kneaded eraser to “clean” it. Normal erasers, you can but there are other ways, such as erasing the “dirty” spots away or using sandpaper.

To make a kneaded eraser or “eraser putty,” erase with the normal eraser, then knead the shavings together.

Yes, a plastic bag can work also. You can even keep it in a pencil case without any box/bag, but it is not recommended because it might get dirty easily.

No. You should knead the eraser to make it softer, and then erase some pencil lines to soften it.

No, as the kneaded eraser will become sticky after some time. Store your eraser in a clean box instead.

You could put the eraser in a plastic bag if you wanted to, or you could use a clean box, or an empty container. Or, just keep it out because kneaded erasers don't really dry out.

No. Kneaded erasers are often dry and smooth. You cannot make bubble pops or stretch it too much. You don't need to worry about leaving your kneaded eraser out of it case (it won't dry up). Kneaded erasers also don't melt when left out or put in the case. They just stay as a clump. Moreover, slime doesn't work as an eraser.

Yes you can. You can fold it, sculpt it and mold it into different shapes. When the teacher comes, you can just pretend you are erasing a mistake.