10 Best Fabric Dyes UK | Dylon Rit and More

This fibre reactive dye (for cellulose fibres) is an ideal choice for those looking for an all-over, vibrant and even colour. Everything you need is included in the packet, so you don't have to provide your own salt which is a plus. It's more environmentally friendly than Dylon's pods but equally quick and easy to use.

As well as being colourfast, washfast and non-toxic, this product is also hypoallergenic, which is brilliant news for those wanting to dye their clothes but are worried about their sensitive skin. This quality dye is available in 17 gorgeous colours to suit all your projects. 

For many, Rit's liquid All-Purpose Dye ticks all the boxes. Not only is it non-toxic and comes in a huge variety of colours, but it is super versatile in the ways you can apply it. You use it to create an ombre effect, tie-dye or simply pop it in your machine for all-over colour. 

It works wonders on both cellulose and protein fibres such as cotton, linen, silk and wool (and nylon too), as well as craft materials like wood, cork, wicker and paper! This product is pretty hard to beat as an all-purpose option. 

It used to be notoriously difficult to colour synthetic materials at home, that is until Rit produced this dye! These include nylon, acetate and acrylic as well as polyester. Like all of Rit's products, this one is also non-toxic and cruelty-free, which is always a win in our books.

The best method of dyeing synthetic fibres is using warm water and the stove-top method, which is a bit more labour intensive than just sticking it in your washing machine and letting it do its magic. It might take you more time, but it's the price you'll have to pay when dyeing synthetic fibres.

Firstly, don't be put off by the slightly more expensive price! Although this one may seem like it costs more in relation to the other dyes, this powder is super concentrated and the colours are so bold and brilliant. It can be used either in the machine or using a pan on the hob. 

The formula is also is non-toxic and the colour doesn't run when washed, nor does it fade when exposed to light. If you're looking for a vibrant, all-over colour for your protein fibre fabrics and aren't afraid to spend a little more to get it, then this is the dye for you.

This disperse dye is hailed as the holy grail of synthetic fabric dyes, working a treat on polyester, nylon and acrylic in addition to cellulose and protein fabrics like cotton and silk. You can even dye plastic wigs with it! However, it is still difficult to dye fabrics that are fully synthetic, so bear this in mind before dyeing.

Jacquard's products can look a little daunting for amateurs as they don't come with loads of instructions, but this is much more user-friendly. Lastly, this dye is notorious for staining sinks, so be sure to use gloves and give your sink a wipe with bleach afterwards!

DYLON's machine pods are a fabulous place to start when dyeing clothes and soft furnishings. Simply pop it in your washing machine with your desired materials and voila! This is great for people who are concerned about the corrosive nature of dye as you don't have to handle it at all.

Although it is super easy to use, there are some downsides. The washfast quality isn't that great, so we recommend washing items by themselves for the foreseeable. Additionally, it can dye your machine if used a lot, so make sure to clean the drum and door seals afterwards. 

Worried about dyeing your delicates in a washing machine or only want to dye a couple of socks or a crop top? This is the product for you. It works best on 100% cellulose or protein fibres, so if you're dyeing a mix then expect the colour to be a bit lighter (you may have to do a double dye). 

Something that puts people off using this dye is that you have to keep stirring it for a long time in order to get all-over coverage. You also need to provide 250 g of table salt. These are minor things, though, and all in all, if you're worried about using your washing machine to dye your delicates, you should give this one a go. 

Jacquard's Procion MX is a fibre reactive dye so it will work best on cellulose fibres. This is a great buy if you're looking to experiment with creative dye methods such as tie-dye, screen printing, airbrushing, ombre dyeing and painting. 

Another plus is that you can make your own custom colours by following the Jacquard colour chart. Keep in mind that although this dye is not super difficult to use, the sheer amount of ways you can use it can be overwhelming to beginners. You'll also need to get hold of some soda ash and salt.

This tie-dye kit is a bit more on the expensive side, but it's so easy to use and so much fun that we reckon it's worth it. Plus, it's good value as it comes with 26 non-toxic colours, rubber bands, a (much-needed) table cover and a case to keep it all together. Apparently, there's enough dye for 96 projects!

Whether you're looking for something new to do with the kids or you just want to funk up some of your old T-shirts, this kit is a great pick. The one downside is that, for best results, you'll need to stick to cellulose and protein fibre fabrics like cotton, viscose, wool and silk.

We thought this would be a fun addition to the list because it's something a little bit different. Pébéo's textile spray comes in loads of colours and allows you to get a little more creative with your projects. All you need to do is spray on your design and then fix it with an iron or by putting it in the oven!

Although it advertises that it works on both natural and synthetic fabrics, it is unlikely to work on polyester. These cans are also small, so if you are working on large curtains or sheets, you'll have to purchase quite a few cans. It's probably best to try this out on a smaller material first to get a feel for the product.