It is inexpensive, safe to use and a little goes a long way
It can be diluted in methanol or other similar solvent, or in water
Can be used on metal, glass, leather, plastic and other surfaces
Unmixed Rhodamine 6G has an indefinite shelf life as long as it is kept dry and stored in a dark bottle
Mixed solution has a shelf-life of roughly one year and should be stored in a fume hood or flammable liquids cabinet