How do i use nikwax

Wash back to back. STEP 3: Dry according to the care label. Some interesting questions on here. Hopefully this is too. Would there be any benefit to be gained by leaving a jacket to soak in a tub of waterproofed for a longer time than it would be in a machine?

In a similar vein, if a jacket is soaked in a bucket and then allowed to drip dry, would that result in a better coverage of waterproofer.

Thanks in advance. Hey Andrew! Once the fabric is treated, it is treated. Washing according to the care label and following the on-bottle instructions closely will get you the best performance. Thanks, that makes sense. Thanks again for taking the time. Have I done something wrong? Do you have any advice? This sounds like a great conversation to have with our super helpful Customer Service team!

They love helping with these scenarios! Email them at customer. Direct Wash-in and want to clarify about washing instructions because they do not seem consistent.

However, another answer here says to follow the instructions on my garment FIRST, which say machine wash cold. So do I do machine wash cold? If I had not come to this website how would I have known that? Hey Nate! I have a really long explanation for this, but I will keep it simple: Follow the garment care label first and foremost, and then simply substitute Nikwax in for standard detergent, after cleaning out any detergent residue from the detergent drawer. You can usually pull it all the way out and go rinse it out in a sink.

The bottles are all manufactured in the UK, which is why they often use Celsius, and they are also dual-language French , because we distribute in Canada. In general, the bottle instructions are there to compliment the garment care label instructions, and help with amounts, directions, etc. Hi, can you advise when cleaning and re proofing using Nikwax Tech wash 50ml per garment and TX. Direct wash in ml per garment for Adult items, can i use less product for children and baby items as they are smaller in size?.

Hey Julie! Yes, you can technically use less for those small garments. For best recommendations, please give our Customer Service team a call! They have experience with these ideas: Thank you! I have the original orange Paramo, and still in active use, which has regularly been cleaned in Tech Wash over the last 20 years or so. I noticed that it can be washed in normal detergent, then washed in Tech Wash and then Direct.

Is this correct, will it harm the garment? Is there a link to this. Thank you. Eric Whitehead. Hey Eric! Our UK Customer Service team is stellar and this a perfect question for them! They can have some good recommendations for you.

Is it a good idea to still use the tech wash? Or should I do that after my next skiing trip? Hey there! Tech Wash is the cleaner, so it will be able to work before or after TX Direct has been applied. In fact, Tech Wash is best used in-between waterproofings to maintain the cleanliness of the jacket, which in turn maintains the water-repelling functionality.

Hi there, Quick question! I am looking at getting Nikwax for a Gore-Tex windstopper cycling jacket. It is a fleece lined jacket but the DWR has worn off a bit at this point. Is it OK to use the Nikwax tech wash or other Nikwax wash ins with a fleece lined jacket? Hey Matt! Tech Wash is designed to be a gentle cleaner and functions great with fleece.

Full immersion is great! If the shell is a softshell fabric, use Softshell Proof Spray On. Polar Proof is actually the waterproofer for fleece, but again, PP is not designed for Windstopper outer shells.

Hey John! Nikwax is based on a polymer that actually follows water into the areas of the fabric fibers that need fresh DWR applied, so clean-water rinses actually help the treatment apply even further. With a straight choice between a spray-on reporoofing after a wash with Tech Wash, or a wash with TX-Direct, which would you recommend? Are there any benefits of one over another? Hey Peter! Wash-In TX Direct waterproofing is ideal for rain jackets, ski shells, or other hardshell outerwear without those particular liners.

Spray On TX Direct is ideal for any hardshell jackets that have liners of varying fabrics that TX Direct is not designed for: fleece, wool, leather, etc. Spray On allows you to control the treatment to the outside of the jacket. Our wonderful Customer Service team is knowledgeable on this and would be happy to help!

Direct in the same wash cycle. Wash with Tech wash first and then use TX. Direct in a second load. Think of it like car wax. You clean your car first, then you wax it. If you try to speed things up by mixing the car wax with the soap things will not work out the way you want. Happy Proofing! Do you use TX Direct wash-in immediately after Tech Wash, or should you let the garments dry first after the Tech wash application?

No need to let the jacket dry in between cleaning and waterproofing. Our products are waterbased, so the water carries the waterproofing agents to where they are needed. However, do be sure to clean and rewaterproof at least a few times per year for best results! Put the Tech Wash where you would put in your regular detergent. Do you need to shake both of them well before using it? I brought the duo pack of the nikwax tech wash and tx direct??

How do I know or measure 3. And the bottle I brought its 10 fl oz so mostly can be use 3 times before bottle is all gone??? You can use use the green cap to measure 2 capfuls is about ml. I need to know what other cycle I can use for the tech wash? I have only the following options on my machine. So I am thinking of use Delicate, or Speed Wash cycle. Do you agree? Will that have any effects on the clothing restoration…Delicate cycle will take 41 mins to finish, and Speed Wash will take 15 mins to finish and I can set each one to longer if I want to??

Hi Lee, The most important thing is to follow the care labels on the items you are washing. Nikwax products work well at any temperature. Happy washing! Hi, I was given a bottle of softshell proof wash-in and a spray bottle of softshell proof. My question is, can I use this instead of tx on my Paramo waterproof jacket? We develop our products to offer premium performance on the fabrics they are intended for.

I just re-waterproofed my Endura cycling jacket using tech wash and TX direct. My question is this: when I wear this jacket even in the rain, it tends to get sweaty underneath. So I wash it regularly. Will I undo all the waterproofing I just did the first time I wash it again? Do I have to wash it every time in tech wash? Hi Jay- Good news! You can wash your jacket as much as you like.

As long as you use Tech Wash it will not harm the water-repellency. In fact, washing with Tech Wash should revitalize the water-repellency. If you wash it in Tech Wash every month, you should be a happy cyclist. Eventually you will need to use TX. Direct again, as the DWR durable water repellency will wear off through abrasion, like when you stuff your jacket into backpacks etc. But if kept clean you will likely only need to re-waterproof once a season or less.

Can I place the tech wash and the tech direct separately into a laundry ball in the washing machine drum rather than use the drawer. You sure can! As long as you are doing separate loads for each, and there is no detergent residue in the laundry ball, that is a fine method. Hello, I washed my arcteryx LT gamma mens pants incorrectly using regular detergent tide — first time washing the pant. Hi Barry! Tech Wash will remove any hydrophillic water-attracting residues left behind on your pants from the detergent.

Over time you may need to use TX. Direct to re-up the water-repellency, but for now Tech Wash should do the trick! When I was living in Germany I had a similar tech wash and wash in. What is Nikwax Tech Wash? This is a product that has been specially formulated by Nikwax for washing your waterproof garments before you re-proof them.

Whilst standard washing detergents are good for getting your clothes clean, the harsh components of this type of product can compromise the waterproof qualities of your outdoor garments and should not be used. It can be used in the detergent drawer or directly in the drum using a special dispenser. Check the instructions on the bottle to see how much Nikwax Tech Wash to use as this will depend on whether you have hard or soft water.

You should only wash two items at a time using Tech Wash. Once you have washed your items you can re-proof them. A spray is a very easy way to reproof your clothes and the Nikwak TX Direct spray is ideal. It can be used once you have washed your garments in Tech Wash and there is no need to wait for them to dry first.

Read the instructions on how to apply Nikwax spray before you start. There are a couple of things that you should remember to do first. Close the garment properly and lay it out flat carefully, then hold the spray the appropriate distance from the garment before adding a thin even layer of the spray.

It is important to follow all the steps properly to help prolong the life of the garment. If you are wondering how to Nikwax a tent then the first step is to select the right product for the fabric of your tent, they have products suitable for re-proofing a synthetic fabric tent and also one for canvas. If your tent is dirty, then it is worth cleaning it off properly before you re-proof it as this will help the re-proofing solution to do its job properly.

Nikwax have a technical wash, Tent and Gear SolarWash, that can be sprayed onto your tent to do this. Then all you need to do is re-proof it. The best way to clean and re-proof your tent is to erect it, this will keep the fabrics taut and allow you to apply a more even coating of re-proofing solution.

It will also make it easier to see if you have missed any of those awkward little nooks and crannies. Ensure that you pick a dry day to waterproof your tent, and make sure it is dry before you put it away. Your email address will not be published. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Northumberland is famous for its beautiful scenery and historical landmarks. The region is a top destination for UK campers looking. There is no better, more authentic camping experience than sitting under a star-lit sky, singing a song as you toast.

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