What do people use to wash them please. Worried about ruining the waterproofing. Got some fish slime on the arms and used a soft wash liquid on the area and now water doesnt bead off as it did before
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Nikwax techwash or grangers performance wash,I used the nikwax one and it was very good.I bought mine from Go-outdoors
Nikwax techwash or grangers performance wash,I used the nikwax one and it was very good.I bought mine from Go-outdoors
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I use either the granger or nikwax washing stuff for waterproofs and then you tumble dry it to activate the waterproofer, you can get the triple kit from go outdoors for same price as just the washing stuff bizarrely.
I use either the granger or nikwax washing stuff for waterproofs and then you tumble dry it to activate the waterproofer, you can get the triple kit from go outdoors for same price as just the washing stuff bizarrely.
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Cheers guys, ill look into that
Does it need to be tumble dried to work? I dont have a tumble dryer
Cheers guys, ill look into that
Does it need to be tumble dried to work? I dont have a tumble dryer
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Launderette
Launderette
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Nikwax or Grangers.
Make sure there's no detergent in the washer draw before adding the specialist stuff.
If the jacket doesn't need a wash you can just get a DWR spray.
Here's a guide:
LINKY POO™ https://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/the-knowledge/waterproof-care-guide.html
Nikwax or Grangers.
Make sure there's no detergent in the washer draw before adding the specialist stuff.
If the jacket doesn't need a wash you can just get a DWR spray.
Here's a guide:
LINKY POO™ https://www.cotswoldoutdoor.com/the-knowledge/waterproof-care-guide.html
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Cheers mate, ill give one of those a go. Does say not to tumble fry on the actual jacket so will avoid that i think
Cheers mate, ill give one of those a go. Does say not to tumble fry on the actual jacket so will avoid that i think
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Have a look at a DWR spray, the Arcteryx is good.
I've used all sorts over the the years and I've found Nikwax to be better at waterproofing the sink rather than the actual jacket, lasts for weeks
Have a look at a DWR spray, the Arcteryx is good.
I've used all sorts over the the years and I've found Nikwax to be better at waterproofing the sink rather than the actual jacket, lasts for weeks
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Deffo don't recommend a tumble fry
Deffo don't recommend a tumble fry
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If the jacket is clean just go for a DWR spray.
I stick the jacket on a coat hanger and hang it on the washing line outside so that it's easy to get an even spray all over the jacket.
The all in one wash and proofers are good as well. I usually do a batch of outdoor gear every so often.
If the jacket is clean just go for a DWR spray.
I stick the jacket on a coat hanger and hang it on the washing line outside so that it's easy to get an even spray all over the jacket.
The all in one wash and proofers are good as well. I usually do a batch of outdoor gear every so often.
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Similar to me
Old stuff gets Thompsons water seal, got loads of it my shed
Similar to me
Old stuff gets Thompsons water seal, got loads of it my shed
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In the first instance def wash in Tech Wash / Low Soap and tumble dry on a low heat . . .I've done this loads of times with my Drykore Mk1 with zero issues . . .
All popular (Nikwax/Graingers etc) DWR sprays now not great and need constant re-application (fluro chemicals removed) . . .if you don't want to use fabsil gold in an atomiser (creates a decent barrier) I recommend this stuff . . .Diver Daves Repel
In the first instance def wash in Tech Wash / Low Soap and tumble dry on a low heat . . .I've done this loads of times with my Drykore Mk1 with zero issues . . .
All popular (Nikwax/Graingers etc) DWR sprays now not great and need constant re-application (fluro chemicals removed) . . .if you don't want to use fabsil gold in an atomiser (creates a decent barrier) I recommend this stuff . . .Diver Daves Repel
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cor bet they're the most waterproof items around! remember using it on an old titan in about 2008. never leaked or dripped ever again 😂
cor bet they're the most waterproof items around! remember using it on an old titan in about 2008. never leaked or dripped ever again 😂
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Great information ref the DWR sprays not being as effective.
Great information ref the DWR sprays not being as effective.
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Done a few shelters in it, and luggage over the years, works a treat
Done a few shelters in it, and luggage over the years, works a treat