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Dylon Multi Purpose Dye Instructions
Dylon Multi-Purpose Dye Instructions
Suitable fabrics:
Cotton, Linen, Viscose, Wool, Silk, Nylon and Lycra® (elastane) .
NOT for pure synthetics (except nylon), polyester/wool mixtures, or fabrics with special finishes.
Multi-Purpose Dye is not colour-fast so garments should always be washed separately.
One tin is sufficient for up to 250g/8 oz dry weight fabric.
You will need:
- 30g / 1oz of salt
- Rubber gloves
- A saucepan
Instructions:
- Weigh dry fabric. Wash fabric thoroughly even if new and leave damp.
- Fill saucepan or similar container with enough hot water to cover article and allow easy movement during dyeing.
- Wearing rubber gloves, dissolve dye in 500ml/1 pint of boiling water, stir well.
- Add solution to vessel with 30g/1oz salt, stirring well.
- Put in clean, damp article and raise temperature to simmer, then stir constantly for 20 minutes to ensure even dyeing.
- Rinse article until water run clear. Results are not colourfast, so dyed garments should be turned inside out and washed separately.
- Dry away from direct heat and sunlight.
Special Instructions for Wool:
Follow steps for 1 to 4 above.
- Put in clean, damp, unfolded article. Bring slowly to a simmer and reduce heat at once. Stir gently for 10 minutes
- Remove article from dye and allow to cool before rinsing in lukewarm water, until water runs clear.
- Dry away from direct heat and sunlight.
