Glossary15 January 2026 · 1 min read

Lining

Lining is the making of a tattoo's lines and outlines. In products the term appears to indicate needle configurations, machines or inks designed or described for this type of work.

Why it matters: When a product sheet mentions lining, it is a usage indication from the manufacturer. It is often associated with configurations such as the Round Liner.

Related: Round Liner, Stroke, Diameter / Gauge, Shading.

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