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

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caption id="attachment_4025" align="aligncenter" width="299"] Nikwax Tech Wash & TX Direct[/caption] 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

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...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. I have tried washing my Paramo clothing in Nikwax Tech Wash and TX Direct but is still not performing as it did, do Paramo offer a reproofing service? The third Nikwax product is the Wax Cotton Proof spray, which is formulated for waterproofing waxed cotton fabrics specifically. It does not just make the fabric water-repellent, but it also helps rejuvenate its color, making it look newer and well-kept.

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 Allow the washing machine to run through the complete wash and rinse cycle at 30 degrees or according to care label instructions. caption id="attachment_4027" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Reproofed Paramo Fabric Beading water[/caption] No. In fact using Nikwax TX Direct on your Paramo Waterproof clothing every time you wash it will have a negative effect on the garments waterproofing and breathability. This is due to the build up of the water-repellent molecules inhibiting the fabric performance.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] Either way I swear by putting the garment in the tumble on a low heat for 30 mins or so. Really seems to help. I was advised to do this by Goretex. Seemingly helps even without a waterproofer. Ensure your washing machine soap tray is clean and free from any traditional detergents (you may want to run a hot wash through with no detergent to fully clean the system)

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.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_4023" align="aligncenter" width="400"] New Paramo's are proofed and ready to go[/caption] No, your new Paramo has been already been fully proofed and is ready to go. This highly durable water-repellent treatment is one of the significant advantages that Paramo had over other manufacturers’ waterproofing systems in that is highly reliable and durable. However, with wear and the gradual build up of dirt the waterproofness will decline. Thankfully the waterproofing is renewable indefinitely with regular washing in the appropriate products. Nikwax TX Direct is a wash-in water-based re-proofer which reduces the water absorbency of the outer material and thus recharging the waterproofness of your Paramo waterproofs. Paramo and ourselves recommend that you use Nikwax aftercare products which have been specifically developed to work with Paramo fabrics. All the Nikwax products are environmentally friendly, water-based, non-hazardous, non-solvent and fluorocarbon free, continuing the eco-friendly nature of the Paramo brand.