I want to dye a 100% Rayon magenta-colored dress solid black using the vat method. I keep reading that getting a solid, uniform black can be difficult but using high heat helps but you are only supposed to use cold water with Rayon. So my question is, how do I get this dress to a deep, even solid black safely?
- Asked by Melissa on 10-Jun-14
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Be sure to pre-wash fabric to remove any dirt and grease and stabilize sizing. For smooth, even color, the dress should be able to move freely in the dye bath. To prevent uneven dyeing, stir the dye bath frequently (every two to five minutes). For darker shades use two tablespoons dye, two cups salt, 1/4 cup soda ash. For darkest shades use four tablespoons dye, three cups salt, 1/3 cup soda ash. We suggest using Synthrapol for both prewash and after wash.
- Answered by MisterArt on 16-Jun-14
Do you have instructions for these dyes?
- Asked by Dolly on 06-Feb-14
I'm looking for MX dyes that separate.
- Asked by Jeanie on 04-Feb-14
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The MX Fiber Reactive Dyes separate into their component colors.
- Answered by MisterArt on 07-Feb-14
How many shirts can one 2/3 oz. jar make?
- Asked by Brenda on 25-Jan-14
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One jar of dye makes three complete t-shirts.
- Answered by MisterArt on 27-Jan-14
Does this work on nylon?
- Asked by Katy E. on 06-Jan-14
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No, Procion MX Fiber Reactive Dyes are for natural fibers only. Do not use on nylon and other synthetic fibers.
- Answered by MisterArt on 09-Jan-14
How much dye will be used for 10 yards of fabric?
- Asked by swati on 29-Dec-13
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Generally, one tablespoon of Procion MX Fiber Reactive Dye will dye three to six square yards of fabric.
- Answered by MisterArt on 30-Dec-13
I have a blue baseball hat that has a logo on the front stitched in white. I would like to dye the hat tan. Can this be accomplished and if so what color dye should I buy and what will happen to the logo?
- Asked by Diane swanson on 21-Nov-13
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In order to change blue to tan, you would have to bleach out all color and begin with white. If the threaded logo is cotton, it will dye to the same color as the cap material, if it is nylon, it would be a different shade of tan.
- Answered by MisterArt on 22-Nov-13
I have a 100% rayon white scarf. I need it to be a pale baby blue. Any suggestions?
- Asked by Missi on 01-Aug-13
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These are the most professional fabric dyes that we carry. The Robin's egg blue looks like baby blue to me, or you could choose a cobalt and a white and mix them to create a pale blue. With Procion, you need to also purchase all the additives.
- Answered by MisterArt on 02-Aug-13
I have a white bikini that has turned yellow due to either the chlorine and / or tanning oil w/ bronzer. Will this dye the nylon bikini enough to cover up the yellow stains?
- Asked by Melissa on 18-May-13
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The Procion MX Fiber Reactive Dye does not work on nylon or any other synthetic fibers. We would suggest using the Jacquard Acid Dyes are they dye most nylons.
- Answered by MisterArt on 22-May-13
About how many shirts does the 8 oz. size dye?
- Asked by Nydia on 29-Apr-13
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It depends on the size of the shirt, but 8 oz is equivalent to 16 tbsp. You can dye approximately three t-shirts with one tbsp of dye. At this rate an 8 oz. jar would allow you to dye up to 48 t-shirts.
- Answered by MisterArt on 01-May-13
Will these dyes color super-stretch?
- Asked by Louise on 03-Mar-13
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The fiber reactive dyes only work on natural fibers. They will not dye synthetics.
- Answered by MisterArt on 07-Mar-13
I would like to dye a viscose sheath dress to black. I would like to use cold water. What other products do I need and for what reason?
- Asked by Mary on 18-Feb-13
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You'll need the following products: The Soda Ash Dye Fixer promotes the chemical reaction of the dye. The Urea keeps the fiber damp longer allowing a greater reaction time for the dye. The Sodium Alginate is used to thicken the dye to a paste consistency. This is for printing and hand painting. The Synthrapol is a mild soap specifically made for removing excess dye so that the dyed articles can be washed with other laundry. Here is a link with detailed instruction for this product: http://www.jacquardproducts.com/assets/jacquard-site/product-pages/dyes/procion-mx/Procion%20MX%20Instructions.pdf
- Answered by MisterArt on 21-Feb-13
I am looking for a dark gray not a black. Could you tell me how dark the warm black is?
- Asked by Jo Carroll on 15-Jan-13
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The dye color swatches are a general guide. The actual dye colors will vary.
- Answered by MisterArt on 16-Jan-13
I want to dye a curtain panel that is 100% cotton. Any suggestion on how to do this and if this product will do the trick? I do not want it to shrink so therefore do not want to use regular dye in hot water.
- Asked by Judi on 03-Dec-12
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The Procion MX Fiber Reactive Dye by Jacquard does not require hot water. You can add regular tap water.
- Answered by MisterArt on 03-Dec-12
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