Ammonium Sulfate

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For use with Pre-metalized Acid Dyes, which are notoriously hard to dye evenly with, on silk and wool to level (make even) these dyes by making them strike more slowly before "fixi ng" the dye with vinegar or citric acid. For a list of which of the Dharma Acid Dyes are Pre-metalized, see the Instructions Tab on the Dharma Acid Dyes web page. Directions:Use 1 Tablespoon of Ammonium Sulfate per lb. of dry fabric for immersion dyeing. Even though this salt does release a mild acid as the dye bath progresses, Vinegar or citric acid should be added at the end to completely exhaust the dye. Show more