Dyes are colored organic compounds that impart color to materials like textiles, paper, leather, and plastics. For a substance to effectively act as a dye, it must absorb light in the visible region and be able to fix itself to fabrics through physical or chemical bonding.
: Turmeric (yellow/orange), blueberries (blue/purple), and red cabbage (red/pink).
: A crucial step to ensure color fastness. Common mordants include potash alum , salt , or white vinegar .
: Garments should be pre-washed and may require a tannin soak (e.g., using avocado pits) to enhance color longevity. 3. Synthetic & Industrial Dyeing
Dyes are colored organic compounds that impart color to materials like textiles, paper, leather, and plastics. For a substance to effectively act as a dye, it must absorb light in the visible region and be able to fix itself to fabrics through physical or chemical bonding.
: Turmeric (yellow/orange), blueberries (blue/purple), and red cabbage (red/pink).
: A crucial step to ensure color fastness. Common mordants include potash alum , salt , or white vinegar .
: Garments should be pre-washed and may require a tannin soak (e.g., using avocado pits) to enhance color longevity. 3. Synthetic & Industrial Dyeing
