How to use

Pickleball preparation:

·        New pickleballs: Roughen with the integrated Scuff Pad before stamping to help the ink last longer.

·         Used Pickleballs: Dust off before stamping to keep the stamp and ink pad clean.

·         Only use on dry pickleballs.

Stamping: How to DinkStamp your Pickleballs

IMPORTANT: This ink is “permanent” so only stamp in an area where a dropped stamp or “wet” ball won’t cause a problem!

·         Remove the lid from the DinkPad

·         Press the DinkStamp into the pad 1-2 times to wet the stamp. 

·         Position the stamp on the pre-roughened ball and press firmly

·         Replace the lid after use

Tips:

·         It may take a few times to get a good stamp (not too much or too little ink, not printing the entire stamp, etc.

·       Recommend using old/cracked balls to get the pressure and ink level correct. Wipe off a freshly stamped ball with isopropyl alcohol to start over.

·        It may help to place your pickleball in a coffee cup or similar object to help keep it steady while stamping.

·        If the stamp on your ball appears “shiny” after drying, the surface may not have been roughened up enough prior to stamping. Use the scuff pad to lightly rough up the ball prior to stamping.

Ink Dry Time:

·        A few minutes or more depending on a variety of conditions such as temperature, humidity, ball material and surface roughness.

·        Avoid tossing freshly stamped balls into your bag, use them until fully dry to prevent smearing. 

Stamp Cleanup:

·         To keep your stamp free of ink buildup, wipe clean with baby wipes, or stamp cleaner.

Product Storage:

·        Store the Stamp and Pad in a cool, dry place with no direct sunlight inside the provided zip-lock bag. This helps prevent the pad from drying out and avoids spills.