How to dye Polyester ?
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Before Dyeing
FIGURE OUT HOW MUCH DYE YOU NEED
Don’t worry—your measurement doesn’t have to be exact. The more dye you use, the deeper and more intense the color will be. You can even experiment and mix different shades of Mariposa Multifiber to create an endless range of custom tones.
With your Mariposa Multifiber dye, you should have received a Mariposa Color Guide, which helps you combine colors and proportions so you can invent your own unique shade.
FIGURE OUT HOW MUCH DYE YOU NEED
(If your garment isn’t listed in the chart, remember that one tablet of Mariposa Dye is enough to dye approximately 500g of natural fiber fabric when dyeing tone-on-tone.)
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 get the perfect effect on polyester fabric?
4 Tips para fibras sintéticas
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 el cuadro siguiente.
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 el cuadro siguiente.
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 el cuadro siguiente.
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 Synthetic Fibers
If the garment you’re dyeing has less than 50% synthetic fibers (such as polyester, acetate, dacron, satin, elastane, terylene, or lycra), use double the amount shown in the chart below.
If the garment has between 50% and 80% synthetic fibers, use triple the amount shown in the chart below.
If the garment has more than 80% synthetic fibers, use four times the amount shown in the chart below.
If your garment contains more than 10% polyester or synthetic fibers, you’ll need to use the Hand Dyeing technique, since it requires boiling temperatures to be reached and maintained throughout the process.
If your garment has less than 10% polyester, you can also choose the Washing Machine Dyeing method.
Many people prefer hand dyeing because the process is more visible—but dyeing in the washing machine is much easier (it does all the work for you)!
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