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

Product Information

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

Take off your shoes when entering the tent. If you’re not able to leave them outside, pop them in a plastic bag.

Reproof

Depending on where you camp, it is hard to prevent the outside of your tent getting dirty, but you can help the inside.

caption id="attachment_4025" align="aligncenter" width="299"] Nikwax Tech Wash & TX Direct[/caption]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. One of the huge selling points for Paramo clothing is the fact that they can easily be repaired either by yourself, a seamstress or by Paramo themselves. Even better is that after the repair the waterproof system will still work unlike a membrane waterproof system which once damaged will never be able to keep water out. The important thing to remember if you decide to repair your Paramo clothing yourself is to make sure the stitch is to one layer only. If you pass stitches through both the outer and inner layers this will damage the items weather protection. caption id="attachment_4031" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Areas that are prone to dirt such as the cuffs can be pre-traeted[/caption]

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 How often you wash your Paramo clothing will depend on how regularly you wear it, the weather conditions and how much dirt it has attracted. As a general rule, we would suggest that every 3-8 weeks is a good guide. Even if the outside looks clean the pump liner material inside the clothing can become clogged from the salt in your sweat building up in the material, and the result is that it is ineffective at pushing moisture towards the outside and thus keeping you dry.

Packaway Jackets

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. 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? 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.

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. 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 Fill your bath tub with clean water and rinse, squeezing the tent gently. You may have to drain and refill the fresh water more than once to ensure the cleaner has completely rinsed off your tent. Tech Wash is the same product as the one mentioned previously and you use it directly in a front-loading washing machine, as per instructions.

Waterproof Jackets

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) Wash again on a 30 ºC synthetic cycle and ideally turn the spin cycle off (or at least set very slow) – you want the proofer to remain on the garment not be spun off 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... 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.