Normally, I wouldn't like to argue with Chris, but this time he isn't correct in taking such a strong stand.

I tried ink jet refills couple of years ago and had a mess too.

Nevertheless, times change and a company is out there now providing excellent ink and refill techniques. I've been refilling now for some time and can get three to four refills a cartridge before having to buy a new cartridge.

Yes, they do fail after a few refills, as Shelly said. Right now I'm on my fourth refill, both color and black, with my new 5550 HP. You can get the "Universal" brand kit and photo quality printouts on glossy paper or regular paper.

I would encourage any of you that have had the same bad luck I did earlier to try these out.......