🎨 How Lightfast Are Woomer Colored Pencils? A 4-Week Sunlight Test by Art Journey
Lightfastness is a crucial but often overlooked factor when choosing colored pencils. @Art Journey put the Woomer colored pencil set to the test with a 4-week sunlight exposure experiment.
Here's what they found, and why Woomer might be the right choice for both professionals and hobbyists alike.
☀️ The Test: Real Sunlight, Real Results
The experiment followed international lightfastness standards using the Blue Wool Scale and included:
✅ 4 weeks of full sun exposure
🕒 Checkpoints at 2 weeks and 4 weeks
🎨 Direct color comparison with original swatches
📊 Ratings based on the Blue Wool Scale (1–8)
💡 What is the Blue Wool Scale?
Rating Lightfastness Approx. Longevity
1–2 Poor Days to weeks
3 Fair 1–2 years
4–5 Good 15–50 years
6–8 Excellent 50+ years
📊 Key Findings from Art Journey's Test
✅ 85% of Woomer colors scored 4–5
These colors showed excellent sunlight resistance — minimal fading after 4 weeks.
⚠️ 15% of colors rated level 3
Mild fading observed; best for sketches or short-term use.
🔍 Label accuracy confirmed
Woomer’s printed lightfastness ratings on each pencil matched test results closely.
🌟 Why Woomer Stands Out
🖍️ Each pencil is clearly labeled with a lightfastness rating
💰 Professional performance at a budget-friendly price
🖼️ Suitable for archival work and long-term display
Whether you're working on commissioned pieces, journaling, or personal artwork, Woomer offers both reliability and value.
✔ Usage Tips Based on Lightfastness
Project Type Recommended Rating
Final artworks / display 4–5
Sketching / practice 3
Framed pieces 4–5 + UV glass
✅ Final Verdict
Woomer colored pencils offer reliable lightfastness across most of the range — with transparent labeling and impressive test results — all at a highly accessible price. A smart choice for creators who care about longevity without breaking the bank.
🔗 Test conducted by: Art Journey
🎥 Watch the original test video here: YouTube Link