Can you mix fiber reactive dyes?

Premixed colors usually yield duller results when mixed together, and can yield unexpected colors when mixed. It is more economical to focus on the unmixed colors. Speaking of economy, if this is an issue for you, you MUST find a supplier that will sell you the dye in jars of two ounces or more.

How do you mix procion colors?

You just mix 8 oz of warm water to the following amount of dye: Colors with no * need 2 teaspoons of dye. Colors with one * need 4 teaspoons of dye. Colors with two * need 8 teaspoons of dye.

How do you set fiber reactive dye?

While wearing gloves, rinse the dyed fiber first with cool water, then with increasingly warmer water. After 3 or 4 rinses, when the water is nearly clear, prepare a soap soak. Use 2 to 3 gallons of very warm tap water and 11⁄2 teaspoons of Synthrapol. The fiber should sit in this soap bath for 5 to 10 minutes.

How do you dilute procion dye?

Dilute the remaining half of the mixed-up dye by adding an equal volume of water (or urea water, or whatever liquid you’re using), mix it together, then put half of the resulting quantity into container two.

Can you mix procion dyes?

Procion MX type dyes can be mixed to achieve any hue you can imagine. It is best to start with only single-hue unmixed dyes as your mixing primaries, because premixed colors can have unexpected resutls, depending on the different propterties of the dyes in them.

Can you mix soda ash with dye?

Bottle method – How to mix soda ash Measure 1 tsp of dye powder. Add dye to a clean squeeze bottle. Fill up the bottle with 1 cup of water. Add in 1 tsp of soda ash.

How much procion dye do I need?

Typically, one 2/3 oz/18.71 g bottle will dye more than 1 lb/0.45 kg of dry fabric (very bright colors will require more dye and pastel colors will require less).

When should Synthrapol be taken?

People use Synthrapol as a pre-wash, after-wash, or as a wetting agent for painting and dyeing fabrics. Synthrapol removes the excess dye from fabrics and suspends them in the wash water, so they will wash away and not bond to other fabrics.

How are reactive dyes applied?

Reactive dyes form a new chemical compound when they come into contact with a fiber molecule. Reactive dyes are applied either from a solution with high pH or from neutral solutions that are later alkalized through a separate process. Sometimes different shades are brought out by applying heat to the dyed textile.

How do I use black procion dye?

Fill tub back up with HOT water and the fixative, 1 oz per lb of fabric, so 8 oz for a full washing machine load. Soak it in that, agitating occasionally, for 30 minutes, then rinse and wash in HOT water and Synthrapol as usual. Sometimes it is necessary to wash black items twice.

Is Borax the same as soda ash?

This unique chemical composition makes it extremely effective at degreasing and deep cleaning clothes. However, because of the high pH level, washing soda is quite caustic and should never be touched with bare skin. Borax on the other hand has a slightly different chemical composition of sodium tetraborate or Na2B4O7.

What is a fiber reactive dye and what does it mean?

What is a fiber reactive dye and what does this mean? Answer: Reactive dyes take their name from the fact that they chemically react with the fiber molecules to form a dye-fiber bond. This strong bond between the dye and the fiber imparts excellent wash- and light-fastness.

How many types of black fiber reactive dyes are there?

We have 5 black fiber reactive dyes, each with a different color cast. They all work well in direct application methods like tie-dye where the fabric is kept moist long enough for the dye to develop full depth. You will see, however, some differences depending upon which one you use and your particular situation and techniques.

What is the best fixer for fiber reactive dyes?

Fiber reactive dyes, like Procion MX, bond with the fiber at a molecular level, becoming chemically part of the fabric. On cellulose soda ash is the primary fixer. On protein you can use soda ash,but it can damage silk if you soak it for long periods of time. We also recommend using less soda ash for tie dye and tub dyeing.

What is Dharma fiber reactive Procion type dye?

Our Dharma Fiber Reactive Procion type dye is the dye of choice for all cellulose fibers, like cotton, rayon, hemp, bamboo, Tencel, etc. They are even sometimes used for silk because they are so economical.