Applications of Dyestuffs : To Textiles, Paper, Leather and Other Materials (2 Vols-Set)

Contents :  Introduction. 1. Chemical study of the Fibers. 2. Scouring the textile fibers. 3. Bleaching of wool and silk. 4. Bleaching of cotton. 5. Classification of dyes.  6. Application of acid dyes to wool.  7. Application of acid dyes to silk, cotton etc., 8. Representative acid dyes. 9. Stripping of colors, testing fastness of dyes. 10. Application of basic dyes. 11. Basic dyes on cotton. 12. Principal basic dyes. 13. Application of substantive dyes to cotton. 14. Substantive dyes on wool and silk.  15. Developed dyes on cotton and silk. 16. Application of mordant dyes. 17. Sulphur dyes. 18. The vat dyes.  19. Aniline black.  20. Use of logwood in dyeing.  21. The minor natural dyes. 22. The mineral dyestuffs.  23. Dyeing of fabrics containing mixed fibers.  24. Application of dyes to minor vegetable fibers; Linen, Ramie, Hemp, Jute and Artificial silk. 25. Theory of dyeing. 26. Testing the fastness of colors. 27.  Application of dyes to various materials. 28. Application of dyestuffs in the preparation of Lakes, Ink, etc. 29. Testing of dyestuffs.  30. Miscellaneous tests in dyeing. 31. Chemical reactions of dyestuffs. 32. Analysis of textile fabrics. 33. Useful data for dyers and textile chemists.

Dyestuff are largely used the textile, leather and paper industries and this book highlights its various processes, applications and complications. The method of presentation, as well as the subject matter herein this book is the outcome of author's rigorous academic and on floor work experience. The book is divided into two volumes and it contains basics and advance level information ranging from level and volume respectively. This book is a holistic guide on the topic that covers even the smallest of nitty gritties of the trade from head to toe.