How to Dye Pants?
How to Dye Pants at Home with Mariposa Dyes
Dyeing pants is one of the most common uses for Mariposa Dyes—and it’s super easy!
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Before Dyeing
Check the garment label
Determine how much dye you need
How to Dye Pants?
If your pants contain more than 5% synthetic fibers like polyester, use Mariposa Multifiber Dyes. Refer to the polyester dyeing instructions.
Which Do You Prefer?
DYE BY HAND OR USE YOUR WASHING MACHINE
Many people prefer hand dyeing because they can see the process as it happens —but using the washing machine is much easier (it does all the work for you!).
Machine Dyeing
Before you dye:
- Check the dye quantity chart.
- Set your washing machine to a hot water cycle with a small amount of water, and pour the dye into the washer.
Now you're ready to dye your pre-washed garment:
- Soak your clean shirt with water and place it in the washer.
- Start the wash cycle and let it run until just before the rinse cycle.
- (Optional) For a deeper color, after 10 minutes, add up to 1 cup of salt.
- Before the rinse cycle begins, start a new cycle and let it run completely.
- Rinse the shirt under running water with soap.
- Wipe down your washer with a damp cloth.
Clean Your Washing Machine
To clean your machine, simply run an empty cycle with detergent and a little bleach.
The dyeing process won’t damage your washer, though some rubber seals or plastic parts may slightly change color. Don’t worry — it won’t affect any future loads of laundry.
Hand Dyeing
Before you dye:
- Check the dye quantity chart.
- Dissolve the dye in 1/2 liter (2 cups) of boiling water.
- Fill a large container with enough boiling water to submerge your shirt (but don’t put the shirt in yet).
- Add the dissolved dye into the large container.
Now you're ready to dye your pre-washed garment:
- Wet your clean shirt thoroughly and place it into the container.
- Stir constantly for even dyeing.
- (Optional) For a deeper color, after 10 minutes, add up to 1 cup of salt.
- After 45 minutes, rinse the shirt under running water with soap until the excess dye is gone.
- Hang to dry in the shade, then iron.
Want to know how to achieve a perfect dye for your pants?
4 Tips para deslavar tu pantalón
Si la prenda que vas a teñir tiene menos del 50% de contenido de fibras sintéticas (poliéster, acetato, dacrón, satín, elastano, terylene, lycra), usa el doble de la cantidad que viene en la tabla de arriba.
Si la prenda que vas a teñir tiene entre 50% y 80% de contenido de fibras sintéticas (poliéster, acetato, dacrón, satín, elastano, terylene, lycra), usa el triple de la cantidad que viene en la tabla de arriba.
Si la prenda que vas a teñir tiene más del 80% de contenido de fibras sintéticas (poliéster, acetato, dacrón, satín, elastano, terylene, lycra), usa el cuádruple de la cantidad que viene en la tabla de arriba.
Si tu prenda tiene más del 10% de contenido de poliester o fibras sintéticas, la técnica de teñido que se necesita es el “Teñido a Mano”, ya que la temperatura de ebullición se requiere tener (y mantener) durante todo el proceso de teñido. En caso de que tu prenda tenga menos del 10% de contenido de poliéster, puedes también escoger el “Teñido en Lavadora”. Mucha gente prefiere teñir a mano porque el proceso es más visible, pero teñir en lavadora es mucho más fácil! (la lavadora hace todo por ti).
4 Tips for Fading (Lightening) Your Pants
If the garment has less than 50% synthetic fibers (polyester, acetate, dacron, satin, elastane, terylene, lycra), use double the amount listed in the chart.
If the garment has 50%–80% synthetic fibers, use triple the amount.
If the garment has more than 80% synthetic fibers, use four times the listed amount.
If your garment contains more than 10% polyester or synthetic fibers, you must use the Hand Dyeing method, since boiling temperature must be reached and maintained throughout the process.
If your garment contains less than 10% polyester, you can also choose Machine Dyeing. Many people prefer hand dyeing because the process is visible, but machine dyeing is much easier—the washer does everything for you!
DARE TO REDESIGN ALL YOUR PANTS AND MAKE THEM LOOK BRAND NEW AGAIN!
