Textile Center Dye Lab is a state-of-the-art facility available for rent by members and used extensively in our classes and youth programs. Designed to be a functional and safe place to work with dyes and related chemicals, it is equipped for almost any dye or surface design project.
Rental Requirements
You must be a member, and complete the Dye Lab training prior to rental of the Dye Lab! Become a member, and check our class schedule for upcoming dates.
Individual Rental Rates
Full Day / 9 am – 5 pm
Individual / First Person (Renter) $80 member price
Additional people: $10 each
Half Day / 9 am – 12 noon or 1 – 4 pm
Individual / First Person (Renter) $40 member price
Additional people: $10 each
Guild / Group Workshop Rates
Instructor must have approved Dye Lab training, and the guild / group must be a member of Textile Center. Reservations are not final until payment is received.
Full Day / 9 am – 5 pm
$200 flat rate
Half Day / 9 am – 12 noon or 1 – 4 pm
$100 flat rate
Additional Equipment
Use of large 40-gallon dye vat: $25 for members. Training required.
Use of steam closet: $25 for members. Training required.
Key Card deposit: $25. Training required.
To rent the dye lab and/or adjacent classroom, please call 612-436-0464 or email Sharon to check available dates.
Tools and Equipment in the Dye Lab
Safety Equipment
- Four, independently-controlled ventilation hoods at work stations
- Fire extinguisher
- Eye wash station
- Easy to clean stainless steel and laminate countertops
- Gas shutoff valves
Use of the following items and equipment are included in your rental fee:
- Small and large containers and buckets
- Spoons and measuring cups, stirring tools, scales
- Towels
- Washers, dryer
- Ironing boards, irons
- Two 14 inch gas burners
- 4 large sinks
- Hot plates, blender, microwaves
- Cleaning supplies
- Reusable drop cloths & tarps, rolled paper table cover
- Chemicals: soda ash, salt, citric acid, synthrapol, vinegar
- Gloves & Masks (we recommend that you bring your own reusable ones)
- Large raised work table and tall stools
The following items are not included in your rental fee:
- Dyes and chemicals (except those 5 mentioned above).
- Fabric or other materials to be dyed
Small amounts of dyes and chemicals are available in the Textile Center Shop for purchase.