DERIVAN 500ML FABRIC FIXATIVE

If washproof fabric paint isrequired, Derivan Fabric Fixative mixed with Derivan colours will become permanent on clothes afterheat fixing. Mix equal parts of Fabric Fixative andDerivan colours, then paint and let dry before youheat set with an iron to make the garment wash-fast. Some synthetic fabrics are non-absorbent and thus not suitable for paint application. Test yourfabric beforehand. Also avoid applying the paint toothickly as this may cause the paint to crack. Available in 250ml and 500ml sizes. Heat Fixing Prints- It is necessary to heat fix the image. Torenderit washproof. Heat fixing can take many forms. The main points to be observed are: The imagehasbeenair dried before it is heat fixed. When heatfixing, the heat is applied evenly over the image. Theheatis applied continuously for the required time overthe image. Be sure not to scorch or burn the imageor garment. Any type of heat can be used.Heat tunnels, ovens, even the humble household iron, canallbe used. If using contact heat(forinstancean iron), use a tea towel or another piece ofcotton clothover the image to iron on.Do not iron directly overthe print. Heat Fixing Times and Temperatures:Heatfixing times and temperatures vary.However,as a guide: Cotton, calico, linen, rayon: 4-5minsat140c-180c. Synthetic, nylon, polyester, tetron, acrylic:5-8mins at 115c-130c. Important projects warrantatest. Tests should always be done onthe fabricto determine maxim