In this article, we are going to know about the printing process of cotton fabric with direct dye. The process, the recipe etc. are described as per followed in the lab.
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Theory
By the term textile printing, we mean the localized application of dyes or pigments and chemicals by any method, which can produce a particular effect of color on the fabric according to the design. In this experiment, we print cotton fabric with direct dye in the block. It is used mostly in sarees, handkerchiefs, etc. In printing, the coloring matter used can be either dyestuff or pigments. The binder is decisively responsible for the fastness of the pigment prints during use. For dyestuff, the most important auxiliaries are the thickening agents. The use of printing thickener depends on the printing technique and fabric and dyestuff.
Objectives
- To print the cotton by using a block.
- To know about the printing process.
- To know about the printing auxiliaries.
- To know about the recipe.
Recipe
Procedure Flow Chart
Working Procedure
Sample of Printed Fabric
Direct Dye Printed Fabric |
Auxiliary Chemical Functions
Direct dye: Direct dyes are molecules that adhere to the fabric molecules without help from other chemicals. It is the primary chemical substance to color the fabric, and it is an anionic dye.
Soda ash (Na2CO3): It maintains a suitable pH for direct dyeing.
Glycerin: It acts as a dispersing agent. It increases the brightness of the dye and spreads the dye evenly in the paste. Assist the dye fixation and prevent aggregation of the dye.
Thickener: Using CMC for thickener gives the required viscosity to the printing paste. It prevents premature reactions between the chemicals contained in the print paste and holds the ingredients of the print paste on the fabric.