NIKWAX DOWN WASH DIRECT 5 X 1 LITRE AND NIKWAX DOWN PROOF 1 X 5 LITRE

RECOMMENDED FOR DOWN FILLED ITEMS THAT ARE ABLE TO BE WASHED


Wash-in waterproofing for down-filled clothing & gear 
Adds water-repellency, revives insulation and breathability

NIKWAX RECOMMENDS YOU USE THE DOWN WASH PRODUCT 1ST

THEN THE DOWN PROOFER.

PLEASE SEE BELOW FOR DETAILS....

THE BENEFITS FOR USING THIS PRODUCT....

Adds / renews water repellency and revives breathability Maintains insulation, keeping you warm Minimises weight gain Prolongs the life of gear and optimises performance in wet weather Safe to use on all feather and down garments and equipment Easy to apply - can be used in a washing machineWill not affect cosmetic appearance WaterBased - environmentally friendly, biodegradable, non flammable, non hazardous Does not contain fluorocarbons Guaranteed performance for 4 years from manufacture

THIS PRODUCT IS IDEAL FOR....

All feather-filled / down clothing and accessories Recommended for Puffa

HOW TO APPLY....

To clothing

  1. Place item in a washing machine
  2. Wash with Nikwax Down Wash
  3. Reset the machine and add Nikwax Down Proof in the machine’s dispenser
  4. Select a warm wash cycle, and run complete cycle
  5. Alternatively, just apply Nikwax in a simple hand wash
  6. To dry, and only if care label allows, spin dry 3 times and tumble dry on a high setting until all ‘clumps’ have disappeared. 
  7. Use clean tennis balls or trainers (that won’t melt) in a clean pillow case to help break up clumps when drying

HOW TO APPLY.......

To equipment

  1. For sleeping bags immerse item(s) in hand hot water in a bowl or bath tub.
  2. Apply by hand, agitate and leave to soak for 5 to 10 minutes.
  3. Rinse under running water, drain and gently press the sleeping bag to expel excess water.
  4. To dry, and only if care label allows, spin dry 3 times and tumble dry on a high setting until all ‘clumps’ have disappeared. 
  5. Use clean tennis balls or trainers (that won’t melt) in a clean pillow case to help break up clumps when drying.

 

 

 PLEASE Note:

  • Always check the garment care label first, following the instructions.


Volume guide

  • For clothing, use 3 full caps (150 ml) for 1 item and 6 full caps (300 ml) for 2 items
  • For sleeping bags use 6 full caps (300 ml) in 4 cm deep water in a bath tub (3-4 season down sleeping bags should be professionally cleaned or proofed)

WHEN TO USE THIS PRODUCT

 

Always apply this product to used down / feather-filled clothing or accessories to keep items in perfect water-repellent condition. Remember to clean gear first with Nikwax Down Wash before applying Nikwax Down Proof (you don’t have to wait for items to dry between cleaning and proofing)

Down Wash Features:


Non-detergent and bio-degradable. Improves the performance. Use as a pre-wash for Nikwax treatments for best results. Can be applied directly to remove grease spots or stains.