Tie Dyeing with Soda Ash ~ When to soak

In this video, I demonstrate the use of Soda Ash, 3 methods ~ all tees were pre washed first :
1. Soak in soda ash before I Tie the tee
2. Tie the tee then soak in soda ash, then spin out and dye
3. Tie the tee, Dye it, then add soda ash
All tees were dyed with the same dyes and batched for 48 hours under the same conditions.
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[@aceofspades4360]

I’ve recently gotten into tie dying and I’ve been binge watching all your videos for help. Thank you sooo much! I’m not sure what I would do without you, you’ve taught me all the do’s and dont’s of tie dye 🫶🏼

[@MrTieDye]

I am so glad you found my channel, I love to help other have fun and success with this art ... thank you and you are welcome ... share my channel wherever you like ... this playlist is a good one to share : kzbin.info/aero/PLMEtBqB2BzuquDrHsqxbv8LdFkaIyy3wo

[@ang8816]

Best advice, "Go for it & have fun". I really enjoy your videos. Thanks for sharing!

[@MrTieDye]

Awesome... thank you and you are welcome 🙏

[@christijones7814]

Thank you for doing this video. I was probably one of the ones who was asking about the method of adding SA last on some of the dye pages. Your video was very helpful because I still had some confusion after reading the written instructions from several years back with a few more recent edits.

[@Uniquelyyours1]

Great demonstration, Carl. Thanks so much for sharing:)

[@MrTieDye]

thank you and you are welcome 🙏

[@brittanyreno3596]

This was insanely helpful and precisely answered my questions about soda ash! Now off to watch your other videos-thank you!!

[@MrTieDye]

You are welcome, I am glad it was helpful ... have fun creating!! ✌🏻

[@Susan-oe1ht]

He helps me out alot. Basics that I don't know. I'm new..😂

[@tracyworby4620]

Very helpful. Thanks for making this video.

[@MrTieDye]

You're welcome, I am glad to be of help ✌🏻

[@marycarrion6526]

I have learned so much from you. I love your videos!

[@MrTieDye]

Awesome! Thank you and you are welcome 🙏

[@justindevoe9556]

I was just having a discussion with a friend while we were dying about if any of these methods would make a difference, thanks for the upload!

[@MrTieDye]

You are welcome ... I have played with these methods a lot over the years .... recently I saw the conversations in the tie-dye pages, so I decided to make a video... glad it was helpful ✌🏻🙏

[@kaymac1023]

Perfect timing for this video. I've developed a pretty severe allergy to soda ash if it comes in contact with any exposed skin, so have been trying to think of ways to skip the soda ash soak all together. Considered adding it to the liquid dye, but I know the time frame is pretty short for that. Will definitely be trying adding the soda ash as the last step now!

[@dracofirex]

Maybe get a pair of metal tongs you use only for tie dye, so you can put the tees into the mix and take it out easier. If you can, find a metal rack that fits over your bucket and put the sopping shirt on it over the bucket so you can press it down and get out the extra without touching it. Even with gloves on, I've found the water loves to go down my arm, lol, but it helps to have a little support from the tools :D

[@salonetiedyetv7707]

I love the indept info you always provided in your tutorials, thanks for sharing...

[@MrTieDye]

Glad you like them!

[@Susan-oe1ht]

In depth

[@salonetiedyetv7707]

@@Susan-oe1ht Okay, did you get the message?

[@margaretdavis379]

Ok this is my first time and you made it easy to tie dye thank yu😍

[@MrTieDye]

You’re welcome 😊, I love to help others have fun and success with this art ... and just in case you did not see it, here is my Beginners Playlist : kzbin.info/aero/PLMEtBqB2BzuquDrHsqxbv8LdFkaIyy3wo

[@emoteranglakwatseraph9732]

Thanks you very much Mr TieDye, w I really learn a lot to your video 😍

[@MrTieDye]

You are welcome... I am Happy to hear that! ✌🏻💚🙏. I love to see other have fun and success with this art ✌🏻

[@Beatrixkiddo88]

Great information! Just joined your channel and subscribed as Im new to this process and want to learn more about how to do designs and how to work with colors and different products to use. Thank you for the Soda Ash Video!

[@MrTieDye]

Thank you and you are welcome!! 🙏 Hello and Welcome to the Wonderful World of Tie-Dye .... I use Procion Dyes I pre wash and pre soak the cotton tees in a Soda Ash solution, this raises the pH level of the cotton which activates the Procion Dyes (sources listed below) and causes a chemical bond to form between the cotton fibers and the Procion Dyes. (Procion Dyes work on other natural fibers as well like : Bamboo, Hemp, Linen, Rayon, and even silk, but I use a slightly different process for silk) I have a ton of videos that are sorted into many different playlists so be sure to explore … 
 I have put a bunch of videos into one Playlist to help get you started with an overview of Tie-Dye, and then how to mix the Dyes, mix or make Soda Ash, Batch the tees (let the dyes set up so the bonding can happen), and the Rinse/Wash Out Process... Also, I have many videos on the basic folds and various ways of dyeing the cotton tees or tapestries ... Have fun exploring and I wish you success on your Tie-Dye Journey, Oh and I recommend taking photos of your work so you can look back and see how far you have come as this is an art that you will need to practice, but it pays off with getting better each time you do it ..... This art can be quite addictive, you have been warned lol 😉 Here is my Beginner's Playlist : kzbin.info/aero/PLMEtBqB2BzuquDrHsqxbv8LdFkaIyy3wo ✌🏻❤️🌈🥳🙏 Here is a list with some more folds to try out : kzbin.info/aero/PLMEtBqB2Bzupqjuh_6wdf-wMlgGdAjVaE Plus, there are many other tie-dye artists who share their techniques so others can learn, here is a list I have compiled that were mentioned in the tie-dye pages : kzbin.infochannels Most Dyers use Procion Dyes, so just in case you are looking for sources for those, here are the main places to buy them from in the US : CA : Dharma : www.dharmatrading.com/dyes/dharma-fiber-reactive-procion-dyes.html CO : Grateful Dyes : www.grateful-dyes.com/ CO : CO Wholesale Dye Corp. : www.bulkdye.com NC : Custom Colors Inc. : www.customcoloursinc.com/ MA : Pro-Chemical and Dye : prochemicalanddye.net/ MO : Dyespin : www.dyespin.com

[@jojohnson8062]

I’m really a newbe at Tie Dying. Thanks for all the information. Tells me what not to do

[@denisephillips9918]

Good morning Mr Tie Dye, could you do a video about how you store your mixed dyes, and dry storage. As I'm new, I would like to learn about shelf life 😌, thanks have a great day

[@Susan-oe1ht]

Thank you.

[@MrTieDye]

You're welcome! 🙏

[@barbarakuehl9214]

Hey Mr. Tie Dye... Thank you so much for sharing your tutorials... I'm always learning new things from you... AWESOMENESS!!! BTW... Did anyone ever tell you that in your videos... Your beard color creates the shape of a heart right under your chin?!? I think that's super cool!!! You have the neatest energy. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and creative talent with us....

[@MrTieDye]

You are welcome ... I love helping other have success with this art!! ✌🏻🙏. and no, I have not heard that about my beard, or noticed it... I will have to go look now 😊 ... but I do love the colors of my beard and have no plans to dye it as many have asked... Thank you for sharing!✌🏻🙏❤️🥳😎

[@barbarakuehl9214]

@@MrTieDye and it's funny that you mentioned that... I sometimes wonder if you ever get dye in it. Again thanks... & thanks for the reply. 😊💗😊 Appreciate your time. Dying is though wonderful... It also eats time... So thanks for giving me a few moments.. Means a lot.🙏💗

[@Beatrixkiddo88]

Thanks!

[@MrTieDye]

you are welcome and thank you!! 🙏

[@garrettlee586]

I was wondering if you have got a suggestion I've been following you for about 2 years how do I keep my dye from bleeding into the bottom of the shirt

[@jasonvanderwal6247]

Mr tie dye I luv tht beard very cool

[@manishacounts4932]

Is it best to wash the clothing before using tie dye?

[@Jessicazlee24]

Hey Mr Tie Dye, I think I saw a video where you made your own soda ash from baking soda. I'm curious how to do that safely, as I have pets around. Would baking it in the oven give off any unsafe fumes? Id have to unload it away from them in the garage where I mix dyes or do ice dye. I trust your input. Thanks again so much!! It's incredible you take time to write your viewers back when we comment! 😃☮️👕

[@MrTieDye]

Yes I did make some soda ash from baking soda ... I did not notice any kind of fumes or smell when I did mine... it just seemed to sit there ... so I think it is safe to be done around pets ... here is the info from Paula Burke : www.pburch.net/dyeing/FAQ/bakingsoda.shtml ~. although I used a pan covered with tin foil and she uses a glass dish... not sure that it matters, but if I did it again, I would use a glass dish just because .... BUT, on more thing is you can just use baking soda to soak in if you plan to Steam your dyes or heat them in some way... you can read more about that on Paula's site ✌️ and you are welcome ... I feel it is part of my calling to help where I can by sharing what I have learned about this art ❤️

[@Jessicazlee24]

@@MrTieDye thank you so much again. that is incredible! I'm a bit of a shut-in with different challenges, so it's been an amazing adventure and gift to be able to explore learning this art from. It's like a form of art therapy. And I'm totally obsessed!!

[@kylemessicktiedyecollector5690]

Mr. TieDye what is this step fort his tee..... do you ever used Golden Yellow to mixed with Deep Orange. For the Bullseye tee from Hocus Pocus and Start using Fuchsia into Light Red.

[@MrTieDye]

This video just shows how you can use soda ash at different times in the process, just as long as soda ash, dye and cotton are all together before you batch it. And no I have not used Golden Yellow with Deep Orange, but you can try it and see if it gets you close to the color you want

[@kylemessicktiedyecollector5690]

Ok, but Mr. TieDye how you gonna say is Golden Yellow mixed it Deep Orange to make it more less lighter color between the sunset orange.

[@bbx6969]

This is "The joy of tie dying"

[@MrTieDye]

YES!! 🙌 ✌🏻

[@tludden1]

First off before i say anything else, i want to say thank you! Thank you for taking the time for all of your instructional videos, you have taught me so much through them. and also Inspired me to get more aggressive with fine tuning my tie dye skills. my question, unrelated to this video is about blending colors. do you have a video on that i may have missed? specifically black and yellow, have you found a way to lay them in next to each other and avoid the green that comes of that? i have learned to place other colors in between them that blend well but somehow i always end up with, even just a small amount, of an OD Green color no matter what. any suggestions?

[@MrTieDye]

Thank you and you are welcome 🙏. I love to help other have success or inspire them to push past any limitations and explore this art and have fun with it ... as for laying color, I do have a video where I work with Orange and Purple and get minimal brown ... the trick for me, is I lay the darker color down first and let it spread up to the line .... once it has stopped moving, then I will add my orange and I leave some white space to start and let it spread towards the purple... then I will touch up lightly with the orange... there is a slight bit of brown, but not much as the lighter color cannot change the darker color much, but if the purple was to spread into the orange, then there will be lots of brown ... here is my video for that : kzbin.info/www/bejne/inLSanWdqdWNaLM I hope this helps with your black/yellow issue and then here is a short reveal video : kzbin.info/www/bejne/onvSmGWCrd18e68

[@tludden1]

@@MrTieDye much appreciated sir! i will definitely check that one out. you do make a good point about placing the darker color first, i do find myself working light to dark and will try doing the opposite and working up to instead of into the color. it makes sense that the lighter color would cause less blending.

[@sanditubia5061]

I love your videos! Thank you 🙂 Question: So we should be storing our mixed dye in the refrigerator for longevity of effectiveness? How long will it last?

[@cgonzales2534]

so the one that you soaked first, is it dry when you did this demo?

[@MrTieDye]

the first tank was soaked in soda ash and then spun out in the washer leaving it barely damp which is my preferred method for tying up tees .... just make sure if you use your washer for 'spinning out' excess soda ash that you set the spin cycle to half-way if your washer sprays water during the beginning of the cycle as this can dilute your soda ash ✌🏻

[@AnthonyJanthonyCrowleyAndAz]

Hey, this is so informative. I am leading a tie dye event soon with dharma dyes. When you did the pre-soak in soda ash before tying and adding the dye, did you let the shirt dry out in between or was it still damp? The Dharma website suggests tying and then soaking for 10 minutes in the ash, but I worry the kids won't have the patience for that. If I can pre-soak it would be helpful, but I don't know if I need to leave them damp with the soda ash solution or if they dry out it will be ok. Could you advise please?? Thank you!

[@MrTieDye]

I pre soak my tees in soda ash and then spin out the excess so the tees are barely damp... that is how I like them to be for folding as pleating and scrunching is a bit easier when the tee is barely damp ... just have some gloves for the kids just in case it helps, here is some info on how I do Home Tie-Dye Parties : Tie-Dye Home Parties The way I did parties was to have a 10 tee shirt minimum at a party … be it 10 people and everyone makes a tee, or 5 people and everyone makes 2 tees. Then I charged my my base rate for a tee, so for example, whatever I charged in my booth for a basic design, that is what I charged at parties to start, back then it was $20 for youth size tees and $25.00 for adult size tees up to XL, and I charge $5 extra for 2-5X tees. To start, I would set up a date with the host of the party and told them to gather names and tee shirt sizes for their guests. Once I had the list, I would pull the tees I needed for the party, plus some extras just in case, plus a couple demo tees. Then, a day or two before the party, I would write names on the tags of the tees and then pre wash and soak them, and then store in a tub with a lid to keep the damp. Then I mix up about 12 different colors of dye. I always had a ‘Tie-Dye Party’ tub where I had some sinew, kite string and rubber bands, washable markers, extra gloves, plastic bags, plastic sheeting to cover their tables and any other supplies I might need to do tie-dye since I will not be at home. I would also bring along a basin filled with damp rags so I can wipe up spills and keep the tables clean. On the day of the event, I show up 45 minutes early to get set up… I would bring a table or two of my own, but I also ask the host to supply a couple tables if they can. I would cover their tables with plastic, and tape it down good so it is tight. (This makes twisting tees easier if the surface is smooth) Then once the guests arrive, I do a demo on how to fold various designs … I bring samples of these tees so I can point to the spiral and then demo a spiral tie. Once I have shown all of the designs and answered questions, then I break out the gloves and the soaked tees and all out names and then I help everyone get started tying their tees in the design of their choice. Once they are done tying, I check to make sure it is tied good and banded properly and then set it aside. ( I make sure they keep track of their tee, or have the name tag pulled out) Once all of the tees are tied, then I break out the sample tees I tied up to do a dyeing demo to show them how to apply the dye to get the design they want and then I turn everyone loose with the dyes and I move around an help where I can. As they finish dyeing their tees, myself or Julie will check the tee to make sure it has good saturation, then it is placed into a gallon size bag if it fits, if not, I also have some small trash bags on hand, so they get bagged and set in one of my bins. Many of the designs I do at parties are ones that can be tied the same way, but dyed differently to get a different design… in this way you can do one tying demo and then point to all of the designs that are tied that way. Then when it comes to the dyeing demo, you can show or explain how to dye it to achieve the various results. You can check out my ‘Mystical Magical Series’ to see these designs and pick from among them for your party if you want, or come up with your own. Here is my Playlist to check out if you want : kzbin.info/aero/PLMEtBqB2BzupFrPUZZWKvIQc_A28Af0Bt Once everyone is done dyeing, I check all of the tees and they all get bagged in some way and then I take them home and let them batch for 48 hours and then I wash and return them to the host who then returns them to the guests. and just in case it helps, here is a playlist with a few designs that can be dyed in many different ways, I used them a lot while doing school events and home parties : kzbin.info/aero/PLMEtBqB2BzupFrPUZZWKvIQc_A28Af0Bt and just in case it is helpful, here is my Beginner Playlist : kzbin.info/aero/PLMEtBqB2BzuquDrHsqxbv8LdFkaIyy3wo I hope this helps, have fun and I wish you success!! Oh and ask more questions if needed and I will help where I can.... BUT ... Please start a new question rather than a reply here as the Replies do not show up the same way as new questions do ✌️

[@deanawells4395]

I need to know about adding Urea to Procion dyes…it it worth buying to add to the dyes?

[@MrTieDye]

when I was doing a lot of dyeing, used it all the time ... it is not required, but it does help some ... first off, it helps the dyes dissolve better when mixing things up, especially the black dyes since I use twice the amount of powder as I do most other colors ... secondly, it is a wetting agent, so it helps to keep the dyes wet for longer (although, unless you live in a hot dry climate, this can be accomplished by putting your tees in a tub with a lid, or in a plastic bag, or even just cover them with plastic to keep them damp) ... AND, if you are going to do any 'Dye Painting' then the Urea is helpful once agin in helping to keep the thin layer of dye wet for longer so the dyes can bond with the cotton fibers

[@crystalkordonowy1807]

First of all love your work an have been very inspired by what you do, I have learned so much.. Alas I still have questions, lol....Im curious if you can resoak a shirt already dyed in soda ash water ? Will it mess up the water or the shirt ? Wondering for twice dyeing reasons? Or should i just put soda ash in the dye?

[@MrTieDye]

Thank you and you are welcome ... as for an already dyed tee... yes I soak them in soda ash if I want to add more dye to them ... I usually use a separate wash bin for it and pour in just enough to soak the tee/item as some dye does leach out of the dyed tee and I did not want to color my whole batch of soda ash ... I do not add soda ash to my dye (except when doing ice dye or HWI, then I am just adding it to the powder) because as soon as you mix soda ash, dye powder and water, the dye is active and should be used right away (like the One-Step kits you buy for the store)

[@crystalkordonowy1807]

@MrTieDye Thank you, you have been so helpful, and I appreciate you getting back to me so soon.. You're such an amazing artist..😊

[@kylemessicktiedyecollector5690]

Can you please tell me what I am gonna do with my Emerald Green like how to mix with Turquoise to make it A darker.??

[@MrTieDye]

if you want to make the Emerald Green darker, you need to add a color that is darker ... IMO, adding turquoise would make the Emerald Green more blue .... so if I want to darken Emerald Green, I would add a tiny bit of black or a darker green or blue, like Forrest Green or Cobalt

[@kylemessicktiedyecollector5690]

@@MrTieDye very well, what kind of black of pound do you have in your internet or on a video. And just put a tiny bit of black, Forest Green, Bluebird, and Cobalt Blue for 1.Ib to make an Darkness Greene.

[@mariyadidi4667]

Hi Mr tiedye Thank you for your video. I’m new to this craft. Can you please tell how is the color fastness between these three pieces. Thanks

[@MrTieDye]

The color was great on all 3 of these ✌️ and welcome ✌️

[@mariyadidi4667]

Thanks

[@jessicas.4898]

When I soak my shirt and said Ash should I let it dryfully or should I let it drain till it's only a little bit damp? Because I've heard that your shirt can be clogged with soda ash.

[@jessicas.4898]

Sry, another question, I'm reusing the soda ash I used on a reverse tie dye and the remaining soda ash is brown/orange. Is it ok or should I dump it?

[@MrTieDye]

after soaking in soda ash, I squeeze out the excess soda ash, but mostly what I want gone is the liquid itself as a tee shirt can only hold so much liquid before it 'overflows' ... so if you have a lot of sod ash liquid in a tee, then not as much dye liquid can fit, and sometimes this will cause white spots as the liquid prevents the dye from getting all the way into the deeper folds of a tee shirt ... so I like my tees to be barely damp with sod ash when I fold and dye them After squeezing out the excess with my hand, I use the spin cycle of my washer to spin out more of the soda ash liquid (just make sure if your washer spits water during the spin cycle to set it halfway through the cycle, most washers only spray water during the beginning of the spin cycle.) and I know some people use one of those portable Spinners you can find on Amazon, or I have also seen people use those 'Mop Bucket Wringers" to squeeze out the excess, or you can hang the tee to dry some ... but barely damp is my preferred method for folding and dyeing most designs

[@MrTieDye]

as for re using discolored soda ash, I have not had any problems from using it after soaking tees from a discharge, BUT, I do make sure to do a really good rinse on the tees before I soak them in the soda ash .... so I just keep using it and make more and add it in when the sod ash gets low

[@Oonagh72]

I wonder if you could mix soda ash into thick water to stop incompatible colors from blending. Almost like a mask. 🤔

[@MrTieDye]

I use thick water to hold white space ... not sure about adding soda ash stopping colors from blending as the soda ash is what activate the dyes .... I may not be understanding your question though 😉

[@janetsnitzer7090]

Do you know if its best to soak in soda ash b4 using rit dye?

[@MrTieDye]

I have not used Rit dyes ... but I do not think the soda ash will help them at all ... I use Procion Dyes and they need the Soda ash to Activate them

[@janetsnitzer7090]

Thank You

[@karenlamontagne9617]

This is so helpful! Thank you❤ do you keep all of your leftover liquid dies in the refrigerator? Always more questions😂 thanks for your patience.

[@MrTieDye]

You are welcome and yes, now that I have a fridge, I store all of my dyes in there ... when I am going to do some tie-dye, I like to set the dyes out to let them warm up to room temp, but I have used them right from the fridge... and they last much longer, which is great as I do not do as much tie-dye as I used to... this way I can mix up a lot of dye and then come back to it when I feel like dyeing and just sit down and tie and dye ✌🏻

[@Wheels8504]

I have a Tulip kit that has soda ash already mixed with the dye powder inside the bottles. Do I still need to soak shirts in soda ash?

[@scpatl4now]

Is that the one that you have to microwave? I just saw that on Belladonna dyes. It is called 2 minute dye (that is a lot longer than 2 minutes)

[@Wheels8504]

@@scpatl4now Not the microwave kit, no. Just regular tie dye technique.

[@Wheels8504]

@@kathleenscott5705 I guess I'll have to buy a box then. Thank you.

[@MrTieDye]

I have not used them myself, but I have heard from many dyers who do or have and they say doing a soda ash soak on your tees will give you better colors .... also, the dyes are active as soon as you add water, so it is best to tie all of your tees up first and then mix the dyes and then get right to using them. And then I would batch for longer than their direction say... 24 hours with a minimum temp of 70F is good, but I prefer to leave mine to batch for 48 hours and I add heat ... this allows more of the dye to bond with the cotton fibers ... I batch my tees in tubs with lids and set them out in the sun to bake, or I stack them next to a heater vent in the winter time Have fun and I wish you success!! 🙏❤️🥳😎✌🏻

[@MrTieDye]

Thank you @Kathleen Scott for answering this question.... I love the Tie-Dye Community ✌🏻❤️🙏

[@melissawatley1632]

What kind of soda ash do you use?

[@MrTieDye]

I buy my Soda Ash from a local Pool Supply Store ... I used to get it from dharma ALSO, I made some by heating baking soda just to show that process, I found it on the Paula Burch site : kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHWUfoZ4Zdh0j5o

[@SeasonOfWhatNow]

I always like spinning my stuff out in the washer. But I'm hesitant to do it while they're tied up in case my sinew comes undone. I feel like that could really mess the machine up. 🤷‍♂️

[@MrTieDye]

I have not had that happen at all... I set them in the washer tub where I want them and then spin and then move some, but not much due to the centrifugal force from spinning ✌🏻

[@SeasonOfWhatNow]

@@MrTieDye Thanks for the reply! I've done it before but I'm always kind of holding my breath 🤣 I'll give it another go!

[@sunShine-iw8xs]

I tried tie and dye but after dye wash it seems dull. can you tell me Why

[@MrTieDye]

What kind of dyes are you using?? I use Procion Dyes and they give great colors.... here is a video where I discuss ways to get better colors from your dyes, there may be some tips in here that will help you : kzbin.info/www/bejne/rImpmWZ5frJ9fcU

[@sunShine-iw8xs]

MrTieDye Thank you for reply me. I used reactive dye. Washing method was accitic acid mix water for ten minute , then soaping agent mix water for ten minute , then fixing agent mix water for ten minute and comfort mix water for 15 minute like that

[@taleeaheadley4177]

Do you have to use soda ash?

[@MrTieDye]

With Procion Dyes, it is required as the Soda Ash is what raises the pH level of the cotton fibers and causes the chemical bond between the dye and the cotton fibers.... without soda ash, the dyes will mostly just wash away with some light staining I buy my soda ash locally from a pool supply store ... it is also known as Sodium Carbonate ... some people buy pH Up from the store and some use Arm & Hammer Washing Soda ... if you use one of these, just make sure to look at the ingredients and make sure it says soda ash/sodium carbonate IF you cannot find Soda ash, you can make it by heating Baking Soda (also know as Sodium Bi-Carbonate) Here is how I mix or make soda ash: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHWUfoZ4Zdh0j5o

[@duoxmasisa6529]

Fantastic mr,but I have two questions pls help me, 1).1cup full of soda ash is equals to how many grams? 2).1gallon of water equals to how many litres of water. Thanks

[@popetony7673]

1. By volume 1 cup is just under 240ml 2. 1 gallon is about 3.8L

[@duoxmasisa6529]

@@popetony7673 Be blessed brother,thanks so much.

[@MrTieDye]

it looks like @Tony B helped with this answer ✌🏻

[@MrTieDye]

thank you for answering this question.... I love the tie-dye community!!

[@duoxmasisa6529]

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