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Polyester Dye

Rit Polyester Dye empowers you to transform synthetic fabrics with vibrant, long-lasting color. This collection features 17 unique shades, including Wine, Sapphire Blue, and Racing Red, each produced in a convenient 8 oz. liquid form. Designed for synthetic fibers such as polyester, acrylic, and nylon, our dye offers rich tones that can be adjusted by dyeing time, ensuring every project delivers the desired boldness. Use this dye at high heat in a boiling-water dye bath to achieve deep, elegant finishes on fabrics and rubber soles. Secure your color with Rit Colorstay Dye Fixative for best results.

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Buy Polyester Dye From Angelus Brand

Angelus Brand offers an exceptional range of polyester dyes that deliver vibrant, long-lasting color to your fabrics. Our RIT All-Purpose Dye collection includes a non-toxic formula, perfect for enhancing both natural and synthetic fibers. This dye is available in liquid form with an 8 oz. option, ensuring ample coverage for your projects. You can choose from a diverse array of hues such as Wine, Graphite, and Apricot Orange, each promising deep, rich tones. These dyes are compatible with a wide variety of materials, including polyester, cotton, wool, silk, nylon, and rayon, as well as synthetic fabric blends containing 35% or more polyester. By utilizing our polyester dye, you can rejuvenate faded fabrics or dye commercially dyed textiles with ease. The collection is tailored to accommodate different needs with options like 3 fl oz bottles equipped with a wool dauber, pint, and quart sizes, as well as convenient assortment kits. Our dye's core function is to provide an adjustable color depth, achievable within 10 to 30 minutes of dyeing time, allowing for personalized results.

Applying Angelus Brand's polyester dye is straightforward, ensuring a seamless experience even for those new to fabric dyeing. We recommend using a boiling water dye bath to achieve optimal results, as high heat is necessary for dye fixation. This method not only locks in the color but also ensures the dye won't bleed, providing peace of mind for the user. The Rit Colorstay Dye Fixative is suggested to maintain the integrity of your work. From tie-dye to dip-dye techniques, our dye adapts to a range of creative expressions, making it an ideal choice for both hobbyists and professionals. With prompt shipping and attentive customer support, purchasing this dye becomes a hassle-free decision, allowing you to focus on bringing your textile projects to life.


Why Choose Angelus Brand’s Polyester Dye?

  • Free Shipping Over $49
    Enjoy free standard shipping on all orders over $49 to all eligible locations.
  • Huge Color Range to Choose From
    With dozens of rich, deeply pigmented shades, from classic Jet Black, Cordovan, and Dark Brown to bold tones like Kelly Green, Burgundy, and Blue Jean, plus standard alcohol-based and Low VOC formulas, Angelus Direct gives leathercrafters, cobblers, and sneaker customizers the color depth and selection needed for any restoration or custom project.
  • Trusted by Artists Since 1907
    With over a century of experience, Angelus Direct has been the go-to brand for leather care, dyes, and finishes. Its legacy of quality and consistency makes it one of the most recognized names in the leather craft, footwear, and customization world.
  • Low-Odor and Low VOC Options Available
    Angelus Low VOC Leather Dye is nonflammable and low-odor, designed to make dyeing more comfortable in home studios and workshops while still delivering rich, professional-grade results. Proper ventilation and PPE are still recommended for all dye projects.
  • Penetrates Multiple Materials for Lasting Color
    Formulated to penetrate deep into the fibers of smooth leather, suede, vinyl, and fabric, Angelus dyes create ingrained color that will not crack, peel, or wash off, giving you true multi-surface versatility from a single dye collection.

What Can You Use Polyester Dye For?

Polyester dye serves a wide variety of applications, making it a versatile choice for synthetic material projects. Its compatibility with synthetic fibers opens up endless possibilities for creative endeavors. This dye is formulated to deliver vibrant, long-lasting colors, ensuring your projects stand out.

Dyeing Synthetic Fabrics
Polyester dye is especially suited for synthetic fabrics such as polyester, nylon, and their blends. The high-heat dyeing process ensures deep, rich colors that resist fading, making your fabric projects both beautiful and durable.

Rejuvenating Faded Clothing
Use polyester dye to breathe new life into faded garments. Its rich color depth can restore vibrancy, allowing you to enjoy your clothing longer. The dye's ability to fix color helps maintain its brilliance through many washes.

Tie-Dye Projects
Create eye-catching tie-dye designs on synthetic fabrics using polyester dye. Its compatibility with synthetic fibers ensures that the colors remain bold and vivid. The dye's ability to reduce color bleeding helps preserve intricate patterns.

Dyeing Rubber Soles
Polyester dye is effective on the rubber soles of sneakers. This capability allows you to customize or refresh your footwear with ease. The dye's application method ensures the color adheres well, providing a lasting finish.

Dyeing Synthetic Stitching
Refresh garments with synthetic stitching using polyester dye. Its formula for synthetic fibers ensures the stitching absorbs the dye effectively, creating a uniform look across your project. This is particularly useful for creating cohesive designs.

Polyester dye's versatility makes it a valuable tool for anyone working with synthetic materials, offering a reliable way to achieve vibrant, enduring results.

Frequently Asked Questions

Polyester dye is a type of dye specifically formulated to color synthetic fabrics, including polyester, acrylic, acetate, and nylon. It works by penetrating the fibers of these materials to deliver vibrant, long-lasting color. Polyester dye requires high heat for effective application, typically involving a boiling water dye bath to ensure the dye sets deeply into the fabric. This process provides rich, bold colors and ensures the dye adheres well, reducing the risk of fading over time. By using polyester dye, you can rejuvenate faded synthetic clothing and give it a fresh, new look.
Polyester dye can be applied to a variety of synthetic surfaces, including fabrics with 35% or more polyester content, as well as acrylic, acetate, and nylon. Its compatibility extends to synthetic fabric blends, making it a versatile choice for rejuvenating faded clothing and dyeing synthetic materials. The dye works effectively on rubber, particularly the soles of sneakers, thus expanding its use beyond fabric. High temperatures, such as those from boiling water, are required for the dyeing process to ensure the dye penetrates deeply into the fibers. This heat requirement ensures the dye achieves vibrant, long-lasting colors, making it ideal for both personal and commercial dyeing projects.
Using polyester dye involves a systematic process to ensure vibrant, long-lasting results. Begin by preparing the surface with Angelus Leather Preparer & Deglazer to remove any factory finish and allow the dye to fully absorb. This step is crucial for the dye to penetrate the fibers effectively. Once prepared, apply the dye using a wool dauber, sponge, or brush in thin, even coats. Allow each coat to dry thoroughly, approximately 10 minutes for alcohol-based dyes, before applying the next. This method ensures an even color distribution and depth. After application, buff the dyed surface with a clean cloth between coats. This action sets the color and removes any excess dye that might rub off, ensuring a smooth finish. Finally, seal the dye with Angelus Acrylic Finisher, available in matte, satin, or high-gloss finishes, to lock in the color and protect against wear and rub-off. Allow for a full curing time of around 24 hours to achieve optimal results. Remember to use personal protective equipment and ensure proper ventilation during the process. For more detailed instructions, refer to our full step-by-step dyeing guide available on-site.
Leather cannot be permanently dyed with traditional fabric dyes, as it requires dyes specifically formulated for its unique material properties. While synthetic fabric dyes like Rit All-Purpose Dye are effective for synthetic materials such as polyester, nylon, and rubber, they do not bond effectively with leather. Leather dyes are formulated to penetrate and adhere to the leather, providing lasting color without the risk of fading. Using the incorrect dye can lead to uneven coloring and potential damage to leather items. To ensure lasting results, it is necessary to select a dye specifically made for leather.
Leather dye can rub off, but the likelihood depends on several factors. The type of leather, the quality of the dye, and the dyeing process all influence color transfer. Using a high-quality dye specifically designed for leather and following the manufacturer's instructions can minimize the risk. Properly setting the dye with a fixative after application can further reduce rubbing off and color retention. Regular maintenance and care of dyed leather items also help preserve the color and prevent color transfer.

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