For cleaning and waterproofing softshell clothing
- Tech Wash and Softshell Proof available as a DUO-Pack
- Tech Wash cleans, restores water repellency and revives breathability of your outdoor clothing and synthetic sleeping bags
- Softshell Proof wash-in is an easy to use, high performance waterproofer which adds water repellency and revives breathability without the need for tumble drying.
- Together they enhance the performance of your gear, and extend its useful life.
How To Use
Use Nikwax Tech Wash in a washing machine
Use undiluted 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 garment care label instructions. Do not use detergents.
Top Loading Machine Wash:
- Place maximum 6 garments in washing machine.
- After the machine has filled, 5fl oz (150ml) for 1-3 garmetnts, 8fl oz (250ml) for 4-6 garments. Add an additional 1.5fl oz (50ml) for hard water* areas.
- Set cycle according to care label instructions. 1-3 items: low water level, 4-6 items: medium water level.
Front Loading Machine Wash:
- Remove all detergent from detergent dispenser.
- Place maximum of 2 garments in washing machine.
- Add 3fl oz (100ml) of Tech Wash of Tech Wash®. Add an additional 1.5fl oz (50ml) for hard water* areas.
- Set cycle to Synthetics and Warm Remove 30oC.
* If you have calcium and mineral deposits in your washing machine you have hard water.
Nikwax Tech Wash® can also be applied by hand
Use gloves.
- Immerse item(s) in 6L hand-hot water in sink or bowl.
- Use 5floz/150ml in medium/hard water* areas and 3floz/100ml in soft water areas for 1-2 items.
- Rinse 3 times in clean water.
Use Nikwax Softshell Proof in a washing machine
For best results remove all non-washable parts. Always clean item(s) first with Nikwax Tech Wash® in a separate wash cycle. No need to dry item(s) before waterproofing. Shake well before use. Follow garment care label instructions.
Top Loading Machine Wash:
- Place maximum of 3 garments in washing machine.
- After the machine has filled add 10fl oz (300ml) of SoftShell® Proof.
- Set cycle according to care label instructions, Low water level.
Front Loading Machine Wash:
- Remove all detergent build-up from the detergent dispenser.
- Place maximum of 2 clean garments in washing machine.
- Add 3fl oz (100ml) of SoftShell® Proof per garment.
- Run cycle according to care label instructions.
To maintain waterproofing always wash with Nikwax Tech Wash®. Do not use detergents.
Nikwax Softshell Proof can also be applied by hand
Use gloves.
- Immerse 1 clean garment in 6L of hand-hot water in a bowl or sink.
- Add 100ml of SoftShell Proof™.
- Agitate to mix, leave to soak for 5-10 minutes, then agitate thoroughly.
- Rinse with cold water until water runs clear.
Nikwax SoftShell Proof™ treated clothing needs no heat to develop Durable Water Repellency (DWR)
Air dry or tumble dry on a low setting if care label allows.
