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Alum

(Aluminum Sulfate)
Stock# Description Quantity Price
#AL1  Alum - 1 lb. (about 1 3/4 cups) $3.49
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#AL5  Alum - 5 lbs. (about 9 cups) $10.95
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#AL25  Alum - 25 lbs. (about 45 cups) $49.00
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Product Description
Used as a mordant in natural dyeing or for preparing fabrics for marbling.
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Alum Instructions
Alum Instructions

GENERAL INFORMATION AND USE

Alum is used in the fabric marbling processes as a pre-mordant and an after bath.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Dissolve 6-9 Tbsp. alum into 1 gallon of water to make a solution.

ADDITIONAL USES:

Also used in natural dyeing.

DHARMA COMMENTS:

ALERT: Careful not to leave on the fabric too long or get hot as that combination can damage the fabric.

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5/10/2009
fast shipping- love the big bag options, though i wish the manufacturer would package it in a resealable bag- thanks!
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4/25/2009
Perfect! I appreciate the lack of lumps and jagged bits in the powder I get. Price is good & shipping quick!
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10/15/2009
Alum is alum.
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7/26/2009
Have not used this yet, but have used in the past.
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5/7/2009
Working great to prep fabric sheets for printing, also its usual use with dying.
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10/15/2009
Alum is alum.
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7/26/2009
Have not used this yet, but have used in the past.
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0 of 0 users found this review helpful.
5/10/2009
fast shipping- love the big bag options, though i wish the manufacturer would package it in a resealable bag- thanks!
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1 of 1 users found this review helpful.
5/7/2009
Working great to prep fabric sheets for printing, also its usual use with dying.
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4/25/2009
Perfect! I appreciate the lack of lumps and jagged bits in the powder I get. Price is good & shipping quick!
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