The mystery of the blue eraser finally revealed

of our childhood. Its mere sight evokes spiral notebooks, colorful pencil sharpeners, and Monday morning dictation exercises.

Although not always highly effective, it was a staple in every schoolchild’s pencil case.

This is probably why it can still be found on stationery shelves: a mix of nostalgia, timeless design and practicality.

Is it still useful today?

It all depends on how it is used:

For schoolchildren, a soft and flexible eraser is more suitable for paper.

For artists, DIY enthusiasts or creative hobbyists, the blue eraser remains a valuable asset for erasing pencil marks on wood, cardboard or walls after