Cyanotype FAQ
Q: What Are Cyanotypes?
A: Cyanotypes is a photographic printing process that produces blue prints using coated paper and light.
Q: What do you make with Cyanotypes?
A: This is an easy-to-use and non-toxic 2 part solar photography kit that enables you to custom print any design to your heart’s desire!
Q: What materials can I use this product on?
A:Cyanotype chemicals work on anything from paper, fabric, leather, wood, cotton, linen, or silk!
Q: Is this product safe for children?
A: Yes this product is non-toxic, safe for children.
Q: Is it permanent?
A: Yes, cyanotypes are archival. Yellowing may occur if prints are exposed to phosphates or alkaline environments.
Q: Can fabrics with cyanotypes be washed?
A: Yes it is recommended to be washed in cold water with non-phosphate detergents.
Q: Will cyanotypes always be blue?
A: Yes it will be blue, unless you use a form of toning by using other colors using household materials like tea, coffee and soap.
Q: Do cyanotypes expire?
A: Once the water is mixed in it will expire after 6 months. Once you mix part A and part B it will expire within 2-4 hours.
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