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Pen Advice & Care
Pens for people with arthritis
Therapeutic writing has been used to ease the symptoms of a wide variety of illnesses and conditions, one of which is rheumatoid arthritis. The psychological benefits of putting one’s thoughts onto ... Read More
July 23, 2013
View Full Article How to use a fountain pen converter
Learning to use a fountain pen converter can be one of the most rewarding writing experiences that one can have. A new realm of possibilities is opened to the user through the availability of ink colo... Read More
July 22, 2013
Rollerball vs. Ballpoint Pens: A comparison
Ballpoint pens are very similar to rollerballs but there are several key differences.
Ink
Ballpoint pens uses a thick oil-based ink, whilst rollerball pens use a water-based ink, more similar to the... Read More
July 17, 2013
Revive a dead ballpoint pen with these 2 simple tricks
We’ve all been there, you come to use a ballpoint pen which you’ve left sitting around for a while and it doesn’t work. Simply does not want to write. You scribble and scribble, but nothing. Don... Read More
May 24, 2012
Why do Fountain Pens Leak at Higher Altitudes?
There’s a popular misconception that fountain pens and aircraft simply do not get along. Whilst fountain pens (and indeed most rollerballs) are more prone to misbehaving in a pressured environment, ... Read More
May 11, 2012
Caring for your fountain pen
Writing with a fountain pen will provide you with a pleasurable experience for years to come. A fountain pen will last you for many years, perhaps even generations if it's given the right amount of ca... Read More
April 20, 2012
Getting to the Point: the Importance of Pencils
At Pen Heaven we hold love in our hearts for each and every type of writing instrument out there. From ballpoints and rollerballs, to quills and brushes, there is a role for every implement you can th... Read More
September 2, 2022
Express Yourself: 7 Nib Styles for Added Flair
The precision and consistency achieved with fountain pens is what draws so many of us to using them in the first place. After countless experiences with ubiquitous ballpoints and rollerballs, the tact... Read More
October 18, 2021
Fountain Pen Filling Mechanisms Explained
Modern fountain pens come in many shapes and sizes and have a variety of ways to fill them with ink. We know for those new to the world of pens it can seem daunting to know which is which and how to c... Read More
September 28, 2021
The A-Z of Pens: A Glossary of Pen Terms
We know that buying a pen can be confusing. In the realm of pens technical terms are a bound.
At Pen Heaven we want buying a pen, either for yourself or as a gift, to be a pleasurable experience. W... Read More
February 8, 2021