Aluminum Acetate Mordant for Natural Dyes, 100 g
Achieve vibrant and long-lasting colours with natural dyes.
Aluminum acetate is a traditional mordant used for dyeing cotton and linen fabrics. It is particularly effective on plant fibres, resulting in vibrant colours such as red, yellow, and purple when used with natural dyes. One jar contains 100 grams, sufficient to mordant up to a kilogram of fabric.
- Effective on plant fibres compared to standard alum
- Yields bright shades with natural dyes
- Requires additional chalk (calcium carbonate) for best results
Best for: natural dyeing enthusiasts
Our Review
The Aluminum Acetate Mordant for Natural Dyes stands out as a superior choice for dyeing natural fibres, particularly cotton and linen. It is recognised for its exceptional effectiveness compared to standard alum, resulting in vibrant and striking hues like red, yellow, and purple when used with natural dyes such as madder and logwood. With the ability to mordant up to a kilogram of fabric per jar, it offers impressive utility for both beginners and seasoned dyers.
This product is ideal for those who are passionate about natural dyeing techniques and wish to achieve bright, lasting colours. It caters perfectly to artisans and hobbyists alike, providing a reliable and consistent outcome. Its proven effectiveness, combined with its ability to deliver vibrant shades, makes it a must-have for natural dye enthusiasts.
What we like
- More effective on plant fibres than standard alum
- Produces vibrant shades with various natural dyes
- Mordants up to a kilogram of cotton or linen
- Well-suited for both beginners and experienced dyers
Our verdict
Achieve vibrant and long-lasting colours with natural dyes.
Product Details
Product Details
Aluminum acetate is a widely used traditional mordant for dyeing cotton and linen fabrics. It enhances dye absorption, making it more effective on plant fibres than standard alum. This mordant is ideal for creating bright and vibrant colours such as red, yellow, and purple when paired with natural dyes like madder and logwood.
Each jar contains 100 grams of aluminum acetate, which can mordant up to a kilogram of cotton or linen. To use aluminum acetate effectively, a small amount of chalk (calcium carbonate) is required to properly fix the mordant to the fibres.
- Traditional mordant for natural dyeing
- Achieves bright colours on cotton and linen
- One jar can treat up to 1 kg of fabric
- ASIN:
- B0GKZ83TPS
- Brand:
- Shepherd Textiles
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