Nikwax Tech Wash
Nikwax Tech Wash

Nikwax Tech Wash

Regular price £4.75
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The 100ml comes in an easy to use sachet, the 300ml is in a plastic container.

o Prolongs the life of gear and optimises outdoor performance 
o Maintains breathability
o Maintains original water-repellency 
o Easy to apply - can be used in a washing machine
o Suitable for use on all fabrics, including technical textiles
o Lifts out dirt that can attract water and mask water repellent finishes
o Unlike conventional detergents, it does not leave behind water attractive residues which encourage 'wetting-out'
o Removes detergent residues left behind by previous washes
o WaterBased - environmentally friendly, biodegradable, non flammable, non hazardous
o Does not contain fluorocarbons

Ideal For: 

o All clothing including high activity / technically advanced garments 
o Ideal cleaner to clean nylon and synthetic tents, rucksacks, awnings, marquees, fabric accessories and camera bags, etc 

How to Use:

Use neat Tech Wash and a sponge or soft nylon brush to treat stubborn stains before washing. Remove all non-washable parts. Shake well before use. Follow care label instructions. Do not use detergents. 

Machine Wash: 
o Remove all detergent build-up from the detergent dispenser.
o Place item(s) in washing machine (maximum 2 items).
o Use 150ml in medium/hard water* areas and 100ml in soft water areas for 1-2 items.
o Wash according to care label.

Hand Wash (use gloves):
o Immerse item(s) in hand-hot water in sink or bowl.
o Use 150ml in medium/hard water* areas and 100ml in soft water areas for 1-2 items.
o Rinse 3 times in clean water.

Drying:
Air dry or tumble dry on a low setting if care label allows.
* If your kettle furs up you have hard water. For extreme hard water use 200ml.

To waterproof breathable clothing use Nikwax TX.Direct and for equipment use Nikwax Tent & Gear Proof. Use Nikwax Cotton Proof for cotton, polycotton and canvas. No need to dry item(s) before waterproofing. 

Clean items with Nikwax Tech Wash before proofing them with the appropriate Nikwax proofer. You should be able to wash reproofed gear 6 to 8 times with Nikwax Tech Wash before it requires reproofing with the appropriate Nikwax proofer