DYKEM® began its existence in 1920 when Steel Blue® Layout Fluid was formulated. It is still the #1 recognized and used layout fluid in the industry. Over the years, Dykem® expanded and the brand name includes ink and paint markers, layout fluids and staining colours, and has all the marking products to mark your territory as you see fit. 

DYKEM® sub-brands include Brite-Mark®, TEXPEN®, DALO®, Rinz-Off®, Sudz-Off®, Tuff Guy®, Steel Blue®, and Cross Check™.

In 1987, Dykem was acquired by ITW (Illinois Tool Works) and joined ITW Fluids Group.