{"product_id":"mordant-potassium-carbonate-potash","title":"Mordant - Potassium Carbonate (Potash)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotassium Carbonate\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as \u003cstrong\u003ePotash\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a strong alkaline compound used in textile dyeing and surface design. It acts as a pH increaser and dyeing auxiliary, helping to create the alkaline conditions needed for effective dye uptake and colour development. Often used as an alternative to soda ash, potash is stronger and faster acting, making it particularly useful where a more responsive alkali is required. It is widely used with both reactive dyes and in natural dyeing, especially on cellulose fibres such as cotton, linen, hemp and rayon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy raising the pH of the dye bath, potash helps activate dyes and improves the bonding process between dye and fibre. This leads to clearer, more developed colour and improved fixation, making it a reliable choice for both studio and workshop use. It can also be used more broadly in textile processes where a controlled but effective alkaline environment is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePotassium Carbonate (Potash) is not the same as Potash Alum (Potassium Aluminium Sulphate) and should not be used as a mordant in place of alum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong, fast-acting alkaline dyeing auxiliary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaises pH to support dye activation and fixation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves colour clarity and bonding on cellulose fibres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for both natural and fibre-reactive dye processes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable and widely used in textile studios\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural dyeing and fibre-reactive dyeing processes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTextile surface design and experimental dye work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCellulose fibres such as cotton, linen, hemp and rayon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudio dye preparation and pH adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a strong alkaline material and should be handled with appropriate care.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid inhaling dust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse gloves and protective equipment where appropriate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in a dry, sealed container\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep out of reach of children\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kraftkolour","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51912859943176,"sku":"L.ND.POTCARB","price":3.4,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/2345\/3704\/files\/mordant.potassiumcarbonate1.jpg?v=1773836152","url":"https:\/\/winghamwoolwork.co.uk\/products\/mordant-potassium-carbonate-potash","provider":"Wingham Wool","version":"1.0","type":"link"}