Are you looking for an easy way to customize your clothes? Or maybe you’re planning to make a creative DIY costume.
Whatever the case, fabric paint might be the answer.
But before you start splashing paint on your clothes, the one question on everyone’s mind is “Does fabric paint wash off?” Let’s find out!
How Does Fabric Paint Work?
Fabric paint is specially formulated to adhere to fabrics and withstand washing.
It contains a binder that helps it stick and a pigment that gives it its color. There are two main types of fabric paints: water-based and oil-based.
Water-based paints are easier to use and don’t contain any harsh chemicals, making them great for kids or anyone who wants a safer option.
Oil-based paints are more durable, however, so if you need something that will last longer or have more vibrant colors then this might be better for you.
Testing Out Fabric Paint
To test whether fabric paint washes off easily, we painted a cotton T-shirt with some water-based fabric paint in three different colors: red, blue and yellow.
The next day we soaked the shirt in warm water for 30 minutes before running it through a regular cycle in the washing machine with some detergent.
After drying the shirt in the dryer, we were pleasantly surprised to see that all of the colors had held up!
None of them had washed away or faded significantly—which means our experiment was a success!
Conclusion
The verdict is in—yes, fabric paint does wash off!
The key is using quality fabric paints that are specifically designed for fabrics and following instructions on how best to wash them (e.g., keep away from hot water).
Whether you want to customize your clothes or make a DIY costume, now you know that with the right kind of fabric paint you can create colorful designs without having to worry about them fading or washing away after one cycle in the washing machine!
Happy painting!
