Nikwax TX.Direct Wash-In Waterproofing

I had a few older North Face Hyvent shells to treat. I live here on the PNW coast of WA, so I need good performing rainwear as I trail run in the rain a few times a week. I had used the scotch guard spray in the past but still got so wet through in spots.....So this product.. I used a 5 gallon bucket with 2 gallons of water in it to make it really concentrated...poured in the entire bottle and stirred it up. I then put my two coats into the mix and made sure all was wet and covered. I let them sit for about an hour and then drained the excess water back into the bucket to reuse for two more coats. That bottle treated 4 items for me. They hung outside for about 2 hours to get rid of the dripping water, then a quick spin in the washer(no water just a spin cycle) to remove a little more water and then they went into the dryer on low for abut 30 minutes. I did not wat to over dry them in the dryer so then I took the slightly damp coats out and let them dry totally in my basement x1 day with a fan blowing on them. No smell from not doing a water rinse and they now shed water like they were new. Much easier than putting them in the washer I think. It takes a little effort and time but it was money well spent. btw I did not pre wash them with the Nikwax. They were pretty clean, no mud but a few dirty spots. I did not care if they looked brand new, just worked in the rain. These were used coats I got online for $30 each...used to be $$250 shells new...and they were 20 plus years old. I wear them 5 days a week when I am on a trail run with a pack. Final verdict is Nikwax is easier than scotch guard, better coverage, no smell, and works out to about $4 per coat....a pretty good deal.

I bought TX.Direct to revive a few old rain jackets, and honestly, I didn’t expect much. Instead of using a washing machine, I went full caveman mode and soaked three jackets in a big bucket with about 135 ml of the product and 6–7 liters of water. Not exactly the recommended method, but wow… it worked. All three jackets came out beading water like brand-new high-end shells. The funny part? After stirring everything by hand, my hands started repelling water too. I’m not joking - the droplets were literally rolling off my skin. That’s how effective this stuff is. So yes, the product absolutely does what it promises. Even when used in the least professional way possible. Highly recommended. Just maybe… use gloves.

This is a good product, and easy to use. You do need to do a couple of extra steps to make it bond better. The same as with any and every wash in. After you wash your clothing or pack or tarp, use a couple extra rinses. Then maybe do a couple more, or even just the machine itself. Almost every washer has a small amount of water pooled in it from the last wash. You want to ensure that there is no detergent residue left in the machine or it will make the product less effective. Use a soak cycle if your machine has it, and also if there is an option, lower than normal water level. Just enough to cover your items being treated. A single rinse. Then machine dry on medium if your items can handle it. It's good for helping your waterproof breathable clothing from having the outer lay "wet out," which blocks water vapor from passing through, and it can be used to make a nylon jacket or pack able to withstand light rain for short periods of time.

In order for this to work, your clothes have to be completely dirt free. Wash as recommended. Then dry as recommended. Your clothes are NOT WATER PROOF. they are water resistant. Goretex is not WATER PROOF. it's water resistant. Only pvc rain gear is WATER PROOF. now pay attention, if your gear is dirty or dusty. That stuff absorbs water and will go thru the Goretex. If Goretex let's sweat out, it will let rain in. The Nik wax creates a water repellant shield. So keep your gear clean

Outstanding waterproofing and it works on hard shell, soft shell (but not as well) and hiking pants. Use it 2-3 times each year to make it awesome.

UPDATE: I have a problem with one of my numerous cats (6 - IT'S NOT MY FAULT, a cat had 3 kittens under my porch & I had to keep all of them, it was kitten season !! ) has a habit of piddling (thoroughly) on the pet beds in the living room (I have not caught her yet, so I don't know which one is doing it - I need to get a hunting camera). I was constantly washing bed covers, the beds themselves, and the floor below them. I was sick of it. I did thorough research and found this product, and also spent 15 minutes on the phone with a very helpful young man who explained everything I needed to know about waterproofing cotton versus polyester fabric. I specifically consulted with him about cotton canvas. He explained that cotton canvas waterproofs by having the cotton fabric swelling with the addition of water, which closes the gaps between the threads. This product does not work on cotton canvas. That's why I opted for Sunbrella fabric, which is very flexible, sew-able, and 100% polyester. I have waterproofed two pet bed covers (one with fake sheepskin on one side) and the Sunbrella cloth that I also bought..The directions state 10 ounces for three items on the lowest water setting possible, at Heavy Duty washing (which washes longer). I actually washed it a bit longer before I ran it through the rinse. After rinsing, it just felt a little more slick, but the fabric and fleece was still soft. I have put oe of the pet beds back together and placed it on the floor and waited. Reliably, the Unknown Cat piddled, as per her usual method. And, Lo and Behold! IT ALL POOLED ON THE PET BED! Hurrah! It was easy to clean off. Nothing went through to the cushion. THE STUFF WORKS ! This was a couple of weeks ago. I find it interesting that the cat, since then, has not tried the same thing. She's probably annoyed that it didn't soak in, and I hope she's abandoned the idea as a bad job. I have now sewn the Sunbrella into flat covers for the woven dog & cat bed (woven with a good polyester webbing that absorbs liquids), attached grommets to the edges, and attached the grommets to the bed frames (they look a lot like benches with woven seats). This week will be the moment of truth - Will the Bad Kitty piddle again? I'll see how it works. ***************************** This is for further waterproofing some Sunbrella fabric for a pet bed. Haven't tried it yet, but the [...] company's 800 number will cheerfully answer any question you have. They were extremely helpful, and explained everything. NOTE: This is designed to work on polyester fabrics. It is NOT for waterproofing cotton canvas. Cotton and polyester work very differently.

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Facile à utiliser. Meilleur produit. C’est très performant.

Buen producto si protege las prendas tal como lo describe el fabricante además que si es transportable. Yo lo usé en la nieve y no se fijaron las prendas.

Jacke und Hose sind wieder dicht :-D

He probado en la lavadora el producto en el traje de cordura de la moto. Me ha sorprendido gratamente el resultado final. Vertí un poco de agua en el pantalón sin el producto e inmediatamente se absorbió, pero al hacer lo mismo ya con el producto, la cordura repelía el agua y fluía sin absorberse. Esperemos que haga el mismo efecto en días que pueda llover.