{"product_id":"madder-root-dye-cut-or-ground-reds-oranges","title":"Madder Root Dye - Cut or Ground | Reds \u0026 Oranges","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMadder Dye – Cut or Ground\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRubia tinctorum · Rich Natural Reds \u0026amp; Oranges for Dyeing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMadder is a renowned natural dye that produces a beautiful range of colours, from warm oranges and soft peaches to rich brick reds, deep reds and fiery crimson tones. The final shade depends on several factors, including the origin and age of the roots, growing conditions, water chemistry, dyeing temperature and fibre-to-dye ratio.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe guidance below is a starting point for exploring madder in your own dye pot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRubia tinctorum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant part:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Root\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForm:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dried, cut or ground\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Wild-harvested in Eastern Europe\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour range:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Oranges, pinks, brick reds and deeper reds\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable fibres:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Wool, silk, cotton, linen and other natural fibres, with appropriate preparation\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMordant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Recommended; use a method suited to your fibre\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCut or ground?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCut madder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e consists of small pieces of dried root. These are easier to strain from the dye bath and benefit from soaking overnight before extraction. A brief boiling-water rinse can help remove some of the yellow flavonoid colour, which may result in clearer reds. Discard the rinse water before preparing the dye bath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGround madder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is finely ground root and tends to give stronger colours, but it also produces more sediment. A fine straining cloth or dye bag can help keep most particles away from your fibres, although some may still pass through. You can also leave the material in the bath for contact dyeing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth forms are whole-root dye materials rather than concentrated extracts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour \u0026amp; results\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMadder’s colour depends on the origin of the roots, including harvesting time and growing conditions, as well as your fibre, mordant, water chemistry, dyeing temperature and the amount of dye used. Oranges rather than reds are often the more likely result, particularly when working with unfamiliar water or a lower dye concentration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you are aiming for reds, pay attention to your water. Calcium-rich water can help develop red tones; if your water is soft, calcium carbonate—also called chalk—may be added to the dye bath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColourfastness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Madder is known for producing durable, lasting colours when suitable mordanting and dyeing methods are used. Lightfastness and washfastness depend on the fibre, mordant, shade and process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow much do I need?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor an initial trial, use \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50–100% of the weight of dry fibre (WOF)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100 g of dry fibre\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, use \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50–100 g of dried madder root\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Lower quantities generally produce lighter shades, while higher quantities may produce deeper colours. Ground madder may produce stronger colours than cut root.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you have a particular shade in mind, start with a small sample. Keep notes of your quantities, water, mordant and temperature so you can return to a colour you like.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeneral guidance for dyeing with madder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMadder can be used with wool, silk, cotton, linen and other natural fibres, provided the fibre has been prepared and mordanted appropriately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBegin by soaking the madder in water, preferably overnight. Cut root can be rinsed briefly with boiling water before soaking if you wish to reduce some of the yellow tones; discard the rinse water before extraction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtract the dye gently, keeping the temperature around \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60–70°C (140–158°F)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Higher temperatures can shift the colour towards darker, browner tones, particularly when the dye bath is held at a simmer or boil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrain the dye bath through a fine cloth or use a dye bag if you prefer to remove most of the root particles before adding your fibre. Ground madder produces more sediment, so take extra care when straining or using it on wool fibres. Alternatively, leave the dye material in the bath for contact dyeing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd thoroughly wetted, prepared fibre and maintain a gentle temperature for approximately one to two hours. Allow the fibre to cool in the bath and, where practical, leave it to rest overnight before rinsing. Wash gently with a suitable textile detergent.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMadder can also be used in cold-dyeing methods, which require longer processing times. Results will vary according to the fibre, mordant, water and dyeing conditions, so small test samples are recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout this material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis madder is wild-harvested in Eastern Europe and supplied as dried root. As with other botanical materials, natural variation in appearance and dye strength is to be expected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage \u0026amp; safe handling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep tightly closed in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and direct sunlight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid breathing dust, particularly when handling ground root. Use dedicated dyeing utensils and keep dye materials away from food, children and pets. Supplied for dyeing and craft use; not for consumption.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePackaging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe take care to pack as sustainably as we can, choosing packaging that protects your dye materials while working towards lower-impact options. Pouch materials may vary with pack size and availability, as our preferred options are not always easy to source.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe glass jars shown in our photographs are for display and are not included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearn \u0026amp; explore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJoin us in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/the-natural-dyers-academy.mn.co\/\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Natural Dyers \u0026amp; Growers Academy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to share your experiences, ask questions and get support from fellow growers and natural dyers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AppleOak FibreWorks","offers":[{"title":"Cut \/ 50g","offer_id":52825440354640,"sku":"106402","price":9.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cut \/ 100g","offer_id":18700856885305,"sku":"106402","price":12.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cut \/ 250g","offer_id":52811133550928,"sku":"106402","price":22.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cut \/ 500g","offer_id":39526681378870,"sku":"106402","price":39.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cut \/ 1kg","offer_id":40466093801526,"sku":"106402","price":73.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground \/ 50g","offer_id":52825440387408,"sku":"106404","price":9.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground \/ 100g","offer_id":18700856918073,"sku":"106404","price":13.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground \/ 250g","offer_id":52811133583696,"sku":"106404","price":23.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground \/ 500g","offer_id":39526681935926,"sku":"106404","price":41.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ground \/ 1kg","offer_id":40466093834294,"sku":"106404","price":76.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0098\/2918\/7641\/files\/madder_powder_cut.jpg?v=1788881638","url":"https:\/\/appleoakfibreworks.com\/products\/madder-root-dye-cut-or-ground-reds-oranges","provider":"AppleOak FibreWorks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}