Pencils – This category covers pencils used in guest rooms, at conference tables, in spa and children's areas and as printed giveaways. The relevant criteria are the body material and shape, the graphite hardness, whether the pencil is supplied sharpened, whether it has an eraser tip, and how the hotel name is applied to the barrel.
For a quotation, state the quantity, the body colour, the required print colour and text, and whether sharpened delivery is needed. Lengths, materials, hardness grades and decoration options are given in the technical data of each item.
Pencils: procurement considerations
- Body material and finish: Natural wood, lacquered and recycled-material bodies give quite different impressions on a conference table or in a guest room.
- Hardness grade: Standard HB suits general note-taking, while softer grades are preferred where pencils are used for sketching or in creative and children's areas.
- Sharpened delivery: Pencils delivered sharpened are ready to place in the room; unsharpened versions need handling before they reach the guest.
- Eraser tip: An eraser end is practical for conference and meeting use, but adds to the length and to the unit price.
Frequently asked questions about this category
Can pencils be printed with the hotel name?
Yes, barrel printing is standard on most models. Send the text or logo and the desired print colour so the set-up can be quoted.
Are pencils supplied sharpened?
This varies by model and is stated in the technical data. Please indicate at the time of enquiry whether sharpened delivery is required.
