·For use in
automatic front loading machines only.
· Suitable fabrics:
cotton, linen, viscose and polyester/cotton mixes. Lighter shades on
polyester mixes because pure synthetics DO NOT pick up dye.
·
One pack will dye up to 500g / 1 lb dry weight fabric. Dyeing larger amounts
(up to 1250g) will give a lighter colour.
You will need: · 500g / 1lb of salt
(regardless the number of packs used) · Rubber
gloves
Instructions:
1. Weigh dry fabric. Wash
fabric thoroughly even if new to remove stains or dressings which may
not be visible to the eye. Leave damp.
2. Wearing rubber gloves,
empty dye into dry drum (not soap dispenser or dispenser
ball).
3. Add 500g/1lb of salt, covering area where dye was
added. Put in damp unfolded fabric.
4. Run 60°C
colourfast cotton/ fast coloureds cycle without pre-wash.
5.
When programme is finished, add wash powder and run through complete
hottest programme for the garment, 95°C if possible. If this is less than
95°C, remove garment when cycle is complete and run a 95°C
programme with detergent to ensure all dye is removed from
machine.
6. Dry fabric away from direct heat and sunlight. If
final wash-off cycle was below 95°C, wash separately for first couple of
washes to remove any excess dye.
