Winter woolies on the nose? Try Nikwax
Let your nose do the talking this winter and revitalise your winter woollens, jackets and outdoor gear with environmentally-friendly Nikwax cleaning and reproofing waterbased gels.
Nikwax Wool Wash is a handwash gel cleaner designed for use on all woollen items worn next to the skin. Simple to use, it softens, refreshes, and speed dries, so there is no excuse for smelly clothes.
Nikwax Tech Wash is made to clean all waterproof fabrics. It safely lifts out dirt, revitalises water-repellence and breathability. It is a non-detergent soap, so it can be used regularly to wash without damaging the durable coatings (use instead of washing powder). Also ideal for tents, backpacks, accessories, awnings and storage equipment such as camera bags.
Nikwax Reproofing should be on outdoor gear when you notice the water doesn’t bead and instead starts ‘wetting out’. When waterproofing clothing or outdoor gear, remember that cleaning is the most important part of the reproofing process. This is especially important with clothing that contains waterproof, breathable coatings or membranes like Gore-Tex and event.
By washing and cleaning your kit first, you will clean out all the dirt and grime from the pores of the fabric. This means that when it’s time to reproof, the reproofing agents in Nikwax will wrap the individual fibres of your clothing and allow it to perform as best it can.
Nikwax cleans as well as maintains the wicking required to make items breathe - you don’t get wet from your own sweat nor do you get wet from the rain, sleet or snow. Whether working or spending leisure time outdoors, Nikwax will keep you comfortable, dry and warm.
Nikwax is famous for its non-toxic waterbased reproofing products. The water base means it is environmentally friendly and more effective than products based on Petrochemical. In addition, Nikwax uses EVA - an elastic - making it more durable than the traditional sprays and waxes.
Nikwax products include: TX Direct, Soft Shell Proof, Down Proof, Polar Proof, Tech Wash and Wool Wash. Priced from $14.95, they should be available from all good outdoor lifestyle and ski stores.
For more information, phone Outdoor Survival Australia on 1800 558 707, email info@outdoorsurvival.com.au or visit www.outdoorsurvival.com.au
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