Soda Ash 5lb

Soda ash dye fixer helps activate Procion MX dyes on cellulose fibers, with a 5lb size for repeated dye projects.

Prepare fabric for vibrant, lasting color with soda ash, the dye fixer used to activate Procion MX fiber reactive dyes on cellulose fibers. Also known as sodium carbonate, washing soda, or salt soda, soda ash dye fixer is a mild alkali that helps activate the chemical reaction between the dye and the fiber, making it an important step for bright, lasting color on compatible natural materials. Use it when preparing fabric for tie dye, immersion dyeing, low-water immersion, ice dyeing, batik-style projects, and other fiber-reactive dye techniques that call for soda ash in the process.

This 5lb size is useful for classrooms, group dye days, fiber artists, costume makers, quilters, and anyone who works with Procion MX dyes often enough to need more than a small packet. Keep it with your clothing care and dyes supplies so it is ready when you are mixing color, preparing fabric, or planning a batch of custom yardage. It is especially handy for cotton fabric, rayon, linen, and other cellulose fiber projects when used according to your dye instructions.

Measure and use as directed by your chosen dye method. Soda ash is not the dye itself; it is the fixer that helps Procion MX dye bond properly with cellulose fiber. Pair it with fiber reactive dyes, gloves, mixing containers, squeeze bottles, and prewashed fabric for a well-prepared dye setup. Browse other art supplies and dye-friendly tools to round out your workspace before starting your next color session.

• Package size: 5lb
• Also known as sodium carbonate, washing soda, or salt soda
• Used with Procion MX fiber reactive dyes
• Helps activate and set dye on cellulose fiber