Proper care of technical clothing is extremely important, because soiled down absorbs water more easily and loses its weight, and thus also its insulating properties. Nikwax Down Waterproofing Liquid also takes care of the good condition of the DWR coating, which repels water and dirt.
Benefits of Nikwax Downproofing Fluid:
- Gives / renews the water-repelling and "breathability" of fabrics
- Maintains thermal insulation properties, allowing you to enjoy a sense of warmth
- Minimizes weight gain of clothing and equipment due to water soaking
- Extends the life of equipment and optimizes its behavior in the rain
- Safe to use on any clothing and equipment filled with down and feathers
- Easy to use - can be used in a washing machine
- Remains unaffected by exterior appearance
- Water-based - environmentally safe, biodegradable, non-flammable, safe to use
- Does not contain fluorocarbons
- Manufacturer's durability guarantee covers 4 years
Nikwax Down Proof liquid - care products in the Kolba store
Instructions for use:
For clothing:
- Put the garment in the washing machine,
- Wash using Nikwax Down Wash,
- Reset the washing machine settings and add Nikwax Down Proof to the washing machine dispenser,
- Set the washing machine to a warm water wash cycle, turn on the washing machine and let it run until the cycle is complete,
- You can also apply Nikwax during normal hand washing,
- To dry, but only if allowed by the product label, spin three times and tumble dry until all down clumps are gone,
- To break up the down clumps formed during drying, you can use clean tennis balls or sports shoes (which will not melt) placed in a clean pillowcase.
For equipment:
- Submerge the sleeping bags in lukewarm water in a bowl or tub,
- Add product, stir and leave to soak for 5 to 10 minutes,
- Rinse under running water, will allow to drain and gently squeeze excess water from the sleeping bag,
- To dry, but only if the label allows it, spin three times and tumble dry until all the down clumps are gone,
- To break up the resulting "down clumps," clean tennis balls or athletic shoes (which will not melt) placed in a clean pillowcase can be used during drying.
Dosage:
- To wash clothes, use 3 full caps (150 ml) per piece of clothing and 6 full caps (300 ml) per two pieces of clothing,
- For washing sleeping bags, use 6 full caps (300 ml) per 4 cm (depth) of water in the bathtub (once every 3-4 seasons it is recommended to clean or impregnate sleeping bags at professional service centers such as specialized laundries).
