Mountain Warehouse Wash N Proof 300ml -Breathable Proofer - For Hiking Gear, Clothing

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Depending on where you camp, it is hard to prevent the outside of your tent getting dirty, but you can help the inside. I’ve washed my Paramo Waterproof clothing in Nikwax Tech Wash but isn’t repelling water as well as it used to. How do I reproof it?

This way, everything will be protected and you can focus on having a great time in your next adventure, without having to worry about getting wet or your gear getting damaged from humidity. 4. How To Apply Water-Repellent Products Don’t allow wet clothes in your tent. Dirt can cling to wet clothes and then fall off once dry, leave your wet clothes to dry either outside or in the porch area (if you have one). This is an air-drying spray, in a water-based formula that applies easily on numerous fabrics, such as nylon, polyester and canvas. Scotchgard Water Repellent Outdoor Fabric Protector As mentioned above reproofing should only be done when the garment no longer performs as it should in terms of waterproofing even after being washed in Nikwax Tech Wash. The water repellency added by Nikwax TX Direct has been shown to last approximately 30 wash cycles and therefore as a general rule reproofing is unlikely to be more than once a year. By using Nikwax Tech Wash regularly and keeping an eye on the fabrics beading ability you will easily be able to tell when it needs a reproof. caption id="attachment_4026" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Paramo Fabric "Wetting Out"[/caption]A wash-in product is usually accompanied by a washing liquid, which cleans the product first. However, if that is not the case, then do that step yourself, as it will maximize the chance for a successful reproofing. Keep the temperatures low, but not too much, because heat is usually required to activate the product. However, this is dependent on which product you are specifically using. UV-protective clothes are incredibly important as there is no way to apply sunscreen all over the body on a regular basis, and if you are outside for extended periods of time, the risk of UV damage and its side effects increase over time. Our proofers should not alter the look or handle of the fabric. However, it is recommended that the products are tested on a small, inconspicuous area before spraying on or washing into the garment. How do I look after my Paramo waterproof clothing is one of the most regular questions we get asked. Read on to find out the answer...

Tech Wash is a soap-based cleaner, which is formulated for waterproof, synthetic clothing, sleeping bags, garments and equipment. It is a water-based product, which is biodegradable and does not contain any VOCs or PFCs, which are considered harmless not solely to the environment but also to the human body. Because it comes as a spray-on formula, it is very easy to apply and you won’t have to spend extra time dealing with the process of waxing. Stormsure Clothing and Tent Reproofer Spray The next two products are also by Nikwax, the first one being a duo comprised of the Tech Wash and TX.Direct Wash-in.

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Turn your tent inside out and ensure all the doors are unzipped. While wearing gloves, submerge your tent in the water with the cleaner. If you are using fabric-strengthener reproof sprays, or even if not, it is advisable to do a second coating on areas that fold and are prone to abrasion, such as the shoulders or elbows. This will ensure that the coating on those areas will last as long as the reproofing on the body. If the outer material of the clothing starts to ‘wet out’ (see photo below) this is an indication that it needs cleaning. Hanging the coat on a washing line when spraying with the proofer will help maintain an even coating. caption id="attachment_4031" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Areas that are prone to dirt such as the cuffs can be pre-traeted[/caption]