Info on the Nikwax Tech Wash
Nikwax Tech Wash is ideal for cleaning all waterproof breathable clothing. Suitable for Gore-Tex, Sympatex and eVENT. Tech Wash will remove water-attractive residues left behind by detergents.
Wash-in cleaner for waterproof clothing and equipment , safely revitalises breathability and water-repellency
This product is a non-detergent soap which can be used regularly to clean clothing and equipment without damaging the Durable Water Repellent (DWR) coatings. Use this product instead of detergents or washing powder.
Unsure of which Nikwax you should use? See our Nikwax product guide.Ideal for:
All clothing including high activity / technically advanced garments
Ideal cleaner to clean nylon and synthetic tents, rucksacks, awnings, marquees, fabric accessories and camera bags, etc
Features
Prolongs the life of gear and optimises outdoor performance
Maintains breathability
Maintains original water-repellency
Easy to apply - can be used in a washing machine
Suitable for use on all fabrics, including technical textiles
Lifts out dirt that can attract water and mask water repellent finishes
Unlike detergents, it does not leave behind water attractive residues which encourage 'wetting-out'
Removes detergent residues left behind by previous washes
WaterBased - environmentally friendly, biodegradable, non flammable, non hazardous
Does not contain fluorocarbons
Specification
How to use:
To clothing:
Place item in washing machine
Apply Nikwax Tech Wash in the machine's dispenser
Select a normal wash cycle, start machine and complete rinse cycle
Alternatively, just apply Nikwax in a simple hand wash
Drip-dry or tumble dry on a low setting if the care label allows
To tents and accessories:
Apply item in hand-hot water in a sink or bowl and agitate
Rinse thoroughly in clean water.
Drip-dry
Note: Tech Wash can be applied neat to fabrics as a stain or grease remover prior to washing.
Volume guide (take from label)
To clean 1-2 items use 2 full caps (100 ml) in soft water or 3 full caps in hard water. Quantities used will depend on condition and size of items.
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.
Sizes: 300ml, 1 litre, 5 litres
This item cannot be sent outside the UK
