Looking to find out which disc golf plastics take dye the best? Explore our searchable, filterable Disc Dyeing Acceptability Chart! Featuring dyeability rankings, fadeability scores, photos of fresh and aged dyes, and expert notes for plastics from all major manufacturers. Perfect for beginners and seasoned disc dyers, this valuable resource is updated with standardized testing by the Dyers Guild. Missing something? Share your input in the comments below and help make this the ultimate guide for disc dyeing!
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Dyeability Scale
Excellent
Takes dye exceptionally well, with vibrant and consistent results. Ideal for intricate designs.
Good
Acceptable for dyeing; colors are vibrant but may require more effort or specific techniques.
Moderate
Takes dye, but results may be less vibrant, or the surface may resist certain colors.
Poor
Difficult to dye, with colors either not adhering well or fading quickly.
Fadeability Scale
Low
Colors remain vibrant and resist fading over time.
Medium
Slight fading occurs, but colors still hold up well.
High
Fading is apparent over time, with colors losing vibrancy.
Very High
Colors fade quickly or significantly, requiring frequent touch-ups.
Hi,
I dyed a set of Trash Panda discs this past weekend.
Baseline plastic – did not take lotion dye well, did ok with hot dipping but took a LONG time.
Premium plastic – took dye well, good results.
Phone Case plastic – took hot dipping exceptionally well, great results.
Cheers,
-Mark
Hi,
I dyed a set of Trash Panda discs this past weekend.
Baseline plastic – did not take lotion dye well, did ok with hot dipping but took a LONG time.
Premium plastic – took dye well, good results.
Phone Case plastic – took hot dipping exceptionally well, great results.
Cheers,
-Mark