dye storage? - Scroll Saw Woodworking & Crafts Message Board

Paladin · 07-02-2012, 12:55 PM

I mixed up some dye powder this weekend. I put it in denatured alcohol as suggested by the instructions on the dye. My question is - I put the mix in mason jars. Is this a good way to store the unused dye?

Thanks,
Steve

wood-n-things · 07-02-2012, 04:16 PM

I would think placing some plastic wrap over the top prior to putting on the lid may help in slowing down the evaporation.

Paladin · 07-03-2012, 12:33 PM

I put the sealed lids and rings on the mason jars, so I'm not worried about evaporation. I'm more concerned with the lifespan of the dye. Will it last awhile after being mixed?

07-02-2012, 12:55 PM	#1
Paladin Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Elburn, Illinois Posts: 195 Thanks: 1 Thanked 4 Times in 2 Posts	dye storage? I mixed up some dye powder this weekend. I put it in denatured alcohol as suggested by the instructions on the dye. My question is - I put the mix in mason jars. Is this a good way to store the unused dye? Thanks, Steve

07-02-2012, 04:16 PM	#2
wood-n-things Staying Positive Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Hamilton, Montana Posts: 18,556 Thanks: 49 Thanked 379 Times in 280 Posts	I would think placing some plastic wrap over the top prior to putting on the lid may help in slowing down the evaporation. __________________ "Montana MIKE" There is a very fine line between “hobby” and “mental illness.” As You Slide Down the Banister of Life, Pray That All The Splinters Are Pointed The Other Way... "Don't worry about old age--it doesn't last that long." Mike's Wood-n-Things

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07-03-2012, 12:33 PM	#3
Paladin Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Elburn, Illinois Posts: 195 Thanks: 1 Thanked 4 Times in 2 Posts	I put the sealed lids and rings on the mason jars, so I'm not worried about evaporation. I'm more concerned with the lifespan of the dye. Will it last awhile after being mixed?