{"title":"An eco-friendly method to prepare pH sensor fabrics for real-time pH monitoring based on a non-aqueous medium system","authors":"Bingyu Dai, Hongjuan Zhang, Yanliang Zhang, Qun Yang, Shuaitong Liang, Jiping Wang","doi":"10.1111/cote.12835","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/cote.12835","url":null,"abstract":"<p>In this paper, a non-aqueous medium (D5, decamethylcyclopentasiloxane) dyeing strategy is presented for the preparation of pH-responsive cotton textiles. The effect of dyeing conditions on the dyeing properties was systematically analysed. At the same time, the colour fastness was evaluated and compared with that of a traditional water bath. Furthermore, the colour change properties and sensitivity of dyed fabrics at different pH values were investigated. Additionally, the potential application for real-time monitoring of environmental acidity and alkalinity was evaluated. The results showed that curcumin exhibited a higher <i>K/S</i> value on cotton fabrics in the D5 dyeing system than for the traditional water bath. Also, good dyeing build-up properties and colour fastness could be obtained at a pH of 8.0 and dyeing temperature of 70°C after 60 minutes. It was worth noting that the dyed fabrics exhibited an obvious colour change from yellow (450 nm) to red (520 nm) when the pH of the environment changed from 5.0 to 11.0. Meanwhile, excellent reversibility was obtained. As a result, when applied to different types of air atmosphere (hydrogen chloride or ammonia), an evident colour change from yellow to red was observed. Therefore, compared with traditional preparation methods, the technology can realise green preparation of colour-changing textiles. It also achieves the dual purpose of energy and emission reductions. This study suggests that the prepared pH sensor fabrics can be used as part of a smart colour change system for real-time pH monitoring of the environment.</p>","PeriodicalId":10502,"journal":{"name":"Coloration Technology","volume":"142 2","pages":"272-282"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2026-03-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147653289","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Coloration TechnologyPub Date : 2026-03-03Epub Date: 2025-05-12DOI: 10.1111/cote.12826
Felipe Leria Stefenon, Silvia Jaerger, Ricardo Schneider, Fauze Jacó Anaissi, Pedro Pablo González-Borrero
{"title":"Synthesis and characterisation of iron oxides: Effect of calcination temperature and their application as inorganic pigment","authors":"Felipe Leria Stefenon, Silvia Jaerger, Ricardo Schneider, Fauze Jacó Anaissi, Pedro Pablo González-Borrero","doi":"10.1111/cote.12826","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/cote.12826","url":null,"abstract":"<p>This research aimed to investigate the effect of calcination temperature on the phase, morphological and optical properties of iron oxides: hematite (α-Fe₂O₃), magnetite (Fe₃O₄) and goethite (α-FeOOH), synthesised by co-precipitation, aiming at their applications as pigments. The sample was characterised by thermogravimetric (TG) analysis, X-ray diffractometry (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and static light scattering (SLS) for structural analyses; colorimetry and ultraviolet–visible absorption spectroscopy to analyse optical properties. The TG and XRD analysis show that above 600°C, magnetite and goethite samples were transformed into hematite, showing excellent thermal stability. The magnetite showed smaller and more homogeneous particle sizes, as observed in SLS and SEM analysis. Colorimetric analyses revealed evident changes in colour and brightness, especially for goethite, which exhibited the highest total colour variation (60.1) at 800°C compared with the samples not calcinated. Furthermore, the tests highlighted that materials obtained through goethite synthesis are more promising as industrial pigments.</p>","PeriodicalId":10502,"journal":{"name":"Coloration Technology","volume":"142 2","pages":"222-235"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2026-03-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1111/cote.12826","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147653320","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Coloration TechnologyPub Date : 2026-03-03Epub Date: 2025-06-15DOI: 10.1111/cote.12832
Edgar Chavarriaga, Alex A. Lopera, Tiago Bender Wermuth, Sabrina Arcaro, Claudia García, Javier Alarcón, Carlos Pérez Bergmann
{"title":"Influence of manganese on the colorimetric and magnetic properties of cobalt ferrite inorganic pigments synthesised by solution combustion and their applications as paints on cement, plaster and wood","authors":"Edgar Chavarriaga, Alex A. Lopera, Tiago Bender Wermuth, Sabrina Arcaro, Claudia García, Javier Alarcón, Carlos Pérez Bergmann","doi":"10.1111/cote.12832","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/cote.12832","url":null,"abstract":"<p>This study investigates the effect of substituting cobalt with manganese on the magnetic and optical properties of cobalt ferrite inorganic pigments synthesised by solution combustion. X-ray diffraction analysis confirms the formation of a substitutional solid solution with manganese replacing cobalt, associated with a shift in diffraction peaks to lower angles due to the larger ionic radius of manganese. As the manganese concentration increases (<i>x</i> = 0 to <i>x</i> = 0.6), lattice parameters and unit cell volumes increase, except at <i>x</i> = 0.5, which could be attributed to changes in cation distribution and lattice micro-strain. Raman spectroscopy shows shifts in the vibrational modes of metal–oxygen bonds, influenced by differences in atomic masses and bond strength constants between manganese and cobalt. Magnetic measurements indicate a decrease in coercive field, saturation magnetisation and remanence with increasing manganese content, due to weaker super-exchange interactions. Diffuse reflectance spectroscopy reveals low reflectance in the visible range due to electronic transitions in the metal ions. The substitution of manganese increases the band gap from 2.1 to 2.6 eV between <i>x</i> = 0.0 and <i>x</i> = 0.5, then decreases to 2.4 eV at <i>x</i> = 0.6. Colorimetric analysis shows significant variations in CIELab colorimetric coordinates, with lightness, chroma and hue changing with manganese content. Paints derived from these pigments, applied to cement, plaster and wood substrates, exhibit varied optical properties, demonstrating the influence of manganese on the optical characteristics of the pigments.</p>","PeriodicalId":10502,"journal":{"name":"Coloration Technology","volume":"142 2","pages":"283-295"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2026-03-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147653336","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Enhancing the enzymatic coloration stability of cotton and silk fabrics via polyethylene glycol templates","authors":"Na‐won Baek","doi":"10.1111/cote.70046","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/cote.70046","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract Enzymatic coloration offers an eco‐friendly alternative to synthetic dyeing but faces commercial limitations, including poor reproducibility, low colour fastness and restricted colour range. This study investigated horseradish peroxidase‐catalysed oxidation and coloration of four phenolic compounds on silk and cotton fabrics, incorporating polyethylene glycol (PEG) templates to improve dye uptake and stability. Dyeing performance was evaluated using colorimetric analysis, with maximum K/S values reaching 11.6 for cotton and 19.2 for silk (with PEG), representing an improvement of 36.5% and 9.7%, respectively, compared with non‐templated samples. Colour fastness to washing, rubbing and light was assessed according to ISO standards, showing that PEG‐treated fabrics exhibited ratings that were generally one to two grades higher, or at least equivalent, compared with non‐templated samples. Structural and morphological changes were examined by Fourier Transform–infrared spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy and thermogravimetric analysis, while liquid chromatography–tandem mass spectrometry elucidated the polymerisation mechanism of the oxidised phenolic dyes. These results demonstrate that PEG‐templated enzymatic coloration can enhance colour intensity and fastness while maintaining sustainability, providing a viable pathway towards greener textile processing.","PeriodicalId":10502,"journal":{"name":"Coloration Technology","volume":"1 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-11-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147889754","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Utilising plant-derived dyes for designed changeability in textiles","authors":"Zuzana Sebekova, Zuzana Machatova","doi":"10.1111/cote.70034","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/cote.70034","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Natural plant extracts have been used for dyeing textiles since prehistoric times. With the discovery of synthetic dyes in 1856, the consumption of natural dyes declined sharply. However, the current focus on closed-loop systems, the circular economy and the promotion of sustainable industries aimed at reducing environmental impact (eg, The European Green Deal) has led to a renewed interest in plant-based dyes, along with an exploration of their applications, advantages and creative potential. In this study, we successfully integrated locally sourced plant-based dyes (flowers: golden tickseed, marigold, peony; berries: holly-leaved barberry, five-leaved ivy; leaves: ivy, birch, strawberry; and husks: English walnut, yellow onion) into screen-printed patterns. We focused on determining the photochemical and thermal stability of dyed products, complemented by live testing. Two types of commercially available tannins and three types of mordants on eight fabric types were used to investigate the colour gamut and creative possibilities of individual iterations. By applying the “intentional imperfection” design method, which results in dynamic and evolving patterns, the study embraced the inherent variability of natural colourants rather than forcing them into conventional, highly controlled manufacturing processes. The modulation of printing technique, incorporating deliberate imperfections, was explored to develop more stain-resistant and user-oriented designs open to subsequent modification through re-dyeing. This approach enhances the retention of the textile during the active stage of the product lifecycle and demonstrates its potential to contribute positively to the overall sustainability of the product.</p>","PeriodicalId":10502,"journal":{"name":"Coloration Technology","volume":"141 6","pages":"828-842"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-09-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1111/cote.70034","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145480054","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Sustainable Colour Design Strategies: A framework for action","authors":"Ingrid Calvo Ivanovic","doi":"10.1111/cote.70018","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/cote.70018","url":null,"abstract":"<p>In recent years, the design discipline has faced increasing pressure to adopt sustainable practices that address the environmental, social and ethical challenges of production. Colour design plays a pivotal role in influencing consumer behaviour, resource consumption and waste generation, yet it remains an underexplored area in sustainable design research and education. This article presents the development and peer review of the Sustainable Colour Design Strategies (SCDS) framework, a tool designed to guide designers, educators and industry stakeholders in making informed, sustainable colour decisions. The framework comprises eight strategies and 40 concrete actions, addressing key themes such as fostering a sustainable colour mindset, integrating colour circularity, embracing local identity and promoting bio-colour innovations. The SCDS framework was developed from a research-through-design approach, using a qualitative methodology combining systematic literature reviews to identify gaps, the analysis of 65 case studies to understand sustainable practices, stakeholder interviews and peer-review feedback to highlight the framework's potential to bridge the gap between theory and practice, emphasising its applicability in design education, industry and policymaking. By positioning designers as system thinkers, the framework supports interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation. This study contributes to advancing the discourse on colour sustainability, calling for its integration into design curricula and industry practices to promote a more sustainable, regenerative future for colour design.</p>","PeriodicalId":10502,"journal":{"name":"Coloration Technology","volume":"141 6","pages":"776-800"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-08-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145480087","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Textile dyeing with Indigofera tinctoria-derived dye: Exploring eco-friendly processes and expanding the colour spectrum","authors":"Diana Santiago, Joana Cunha, Isabel Cabral","doi":"10.1111/cote.70017","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1111/cote.70017","url":null,"abstract":"<p>The use of natural dyes has become increasingly important as a result of their lower environmental impact and health benefits. However, developing eco-friendly dyeing processes and auxiliary products that maintain high chromatic quality remains a challenge. Natural indigo dye exemplifies this issue, as traditional industrial reduction methods using agents such as sodium dithionite are associated with significant environmental pollution. This study explored the application of fructose as a sustainable reducing agent for dyeing cotton fabrics with indigo extracted from the <i>Indigofera tinctoria</i> plant, adapting an artisanal process to industrial equipment. The most effective method involved a single-stage vat dyeing process conducted at 60°C for 60 minutes, using a 1-2-3 formulation. Results indicated that fructose emerges as an effective and environmentally friendly alternative in an industrial process compared with conventional toxic reducing agents. The study also evaluated the effect of different non-toxic auxiliary products and mordanting techniques. Pre-mordanted samples exhibited more saturated colours than post-mordanted; however, wash fastness results were lower. For example, gallnut used in the pre-mordanting process produced dark tones but showed noticeable colour change after washing, while post-mordanted samples achieved higher wash fastness. The integration of diverse auxiliaries in separate dyeing processes expanded the colour spectrum beyond the conventional blue typically associated with indigo dye, introducing a range of unique shades and hues. This study contributes to the recovery of traditional knowledge, incorporating more environmentally friendly products and adapting them to industrial equipment, while exploring a diverse chromatic palette. Such innovation supports fashion designers in creating distinctive and environmentally responsible collections.</p>","PeriodicalId":10502,"journal":{"name":"Coloration Technology","volume":"141 6","pages":"909-920"},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2025-07-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145479875","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}