Also just about to wash my firewall and my trusty old Kongur. I know the instructions are on the label but it's good to see another human do it all the same.
Thank you Sarah. I came on youtube to find instructions on how to use Tech Wash because my bottle instructions are in Spanish. Unfortunately, before finding your great no nonsense video I had to watch some hunting guy cutting up a deer, another guy skiing all over the world and endless rambling from others.
Eek! That sounds like a horrible way to try to find out how to use your techwash. Glad you were able to get sorted and I hope you weren't too traumatised by the other strange videos!
Thanks for this helpful video. My gf got me a free sample pack of each to try. Will do it sometime soon. Your video made it a lot clearer to understand. Many thanks. 🎉
Yes, you can. I tend to put a few items in to make the most of the wash. I did two regular waterpoof outer jackets for this video. If your jackets are thicker or bigger, it is worth putting a bit more Nikwax in the wash with them to get full coverage.
can this nikwax stuff also be used on padded jackets with polyester fill for a sprayway, as it needs waterproofin or is this stuff only used for thin jackets?? I’ve never used nikwax before so I just want to make sure. Thanks
Thank you Sarah about to do this but was unsure as to the process. Your very helpful video has given me the confidence to get this done asap before the winter starts in earnest. Many thanks
Thanks good video 👍. When washing how long 30min or 1hr. And what settings, I know all washing machines have there own setting names.... Best to choose the lightest setting? Thanks
Thanks, Masood, The setting I used too an hour, which I think gave ti time to get good coverage. And yes, I opted for the gentle setting so that it wasn't pulling the fabric with lots of movement and also means that it sits in the solution longer. On my machine, the setting was 'Special' and my new machine has an 'outdoor clothing' setting, which is described as gentle, so I would go with that, or a wool wash, which tends to be cooler and lighter. Hope that it helpful - washing machines have all strange and different settings! But basically light and long seems to work for me. :)
@@SarahIrvingTheUrbanWanderer Thanks for your reply... I have fjallraven keb eco shell jacket. I used nikwax tech wash 1st on hand-wash settings on my machine for 30min only then used nikwax Tx direct on the same settings 30min. And let the jacket dry 48hrs. But no such luck my jacket is still leaving wet patches all over. What am I doing wrong do you think? 30min isn't long enough?
Hey great video I must say, only one on TH-cam that actually explains properly, was just wondering does it get rid of Odor as I just bought a Gore tex jacket with a strong smokey smell ????
I believe that to keep the breathability of the Gore-Tex, it is better to use a spray or brush on re-proofer so that it doesn't affect the insides. Nikwax have a spray version, which I would think would work - but I haven't tried it myself. You can read more about the advice from gore-tex here: www.gore-tex.com/blog/restore-durable-water-repellency-raingear
Thank you so much. I actually tried washing with a Rab similar to yours and it didn't look so good. I already ordered the spray version to see if I can improve the repellency. :)
Good questions, Robert, thank you. I haven't found it to, but I do run it through with some old cleaning towels, so if they do it is nothing important. Or you can run it through on a rinse cycle to clear it out again.
Hi Sarah, great video! Just a quick question; do you really need to use two caps (2 x 50ml) full per wash? It does seem overkill to me, as it's 1/3 of a 300ml bottle per use! I have used Grangers in the past, which has been 1 cap full (1 x 25ml) for 1 garment.
Hi Aku, Thank you and thanks for your message. In my video, I am washing two garments (the two Rab coats) so needed the two caps for the wash. I like to proof more than one item when I am doing a machine reproof as it saves water (I can also chuck in any waterproof socks/gloves/gaiters etc that need a top-up as well) I've not used Grangers proofer for a long time, so I can't comment on those - unless it's for reproofing tents! I think that while it might seem like a lot of product is used, the proofing does last a long time (I tend to only need to re-proof my coat which gets worn/scrumpled into my rucksack etc every day of the year) :) Hope that answers your question in a roundabout way! :)
Hi Sarah, thanks for the video. I just followed this procedure for my motorcycle suit (2 pieces) There's still areas of dirt/grime staining that didn't come out on the light grey jacket? Should I try the process again? I set at 30 degrees as per label. I did 2 pieces together so thinking 2 capfuls with just the jacket may improve the result? Hope to hear from you, thanks :)
Hi Gary, Sorry for not replying sooner, I didn't get a notification! I have added an extra capful when doing more items of clothing and it seems to have helped. I had a very dirty coat which came up well after two washed with Tech Wash so it is worth giving it a try, as it is on a colder wash. Hope you can get your light grey jacket sparkling and do let me know how you get on :)
Hi Sarah, thanks for the great video! Have you tried RX Direct Wash-In for softshell clothing as well? I know there's another product specifically for softshell but I have one hardshell and one softshell jackets in total and buying two separate products is a little pricey 🙄
Hi Zey! Sorry for the delay in replying, my notifications went AWOL! I’ve not tried the Direct Wash on soft shell (yet!) so I can’t say whether it would work or not. Maybe you can see whether any of your outdoor set friends also have hard and soft shell gear so you can go halves on the product and wash/reproof together to also save water! (If I do try it, I’ll be sure to let you know how it goes)
Hello is it normal for polyester filled jackets to lose its thickness/padding even while they have only been in a attic and never actually worn this has happened with 3 dare 2b jackets I own and not sure what caused it as they where never worn.
hi there, seen your video a few times over just now and I’m a little confused on the washer settings as your washer has different modes than ours, would it be ok just to set it at Daily Wash For Clean at 40o 800 Spin and change it to 30o 800 Spin for the Waterproofing , on the label of the jacket there’s nothing. Thanks
Hi Mark, Yes, washing machines do make it more complicated with all the various settings. I would personally be inclined to go for the 30C wash as waterproof clothing has synthetic fibres which don't fare well with higher temperatures. I would also stick to the 30C for both the wash and the proofing. I also recommend contacting the maker of your jacket to see whether they can offer any advice - seeing as there is no additional information on the label itself. Good luck! (DISCLAIMER: I am no expert, I have only used my machine on the settings in the video or on Outdoor Clothing setting on my new Samsung Washer Dryer)
Hmm, good question. I have never UV proofed any of my tents so far and they seem to have been OK. I guess my camping might have been more rain than sun though. I think, if it were me, I would do the UV proof when you need to do the next waterproofing so that you're not interfering with the other. Bear in mind that I am no expert though, just what I would do :) Thanks for the question though, Justin.
I would always advise giving the items a wash first. I use TechWash to give my items a clean first as it means that the fabric is free from much and the waterproofing will adhere and seal better.
do you turn rinse off when you're doing the wash in? or the rinse stays on. im not sure if im supposed to have water rinsing when its time for the tx direct wash in so just to clear it up when washing with the tech wash have water running on (rinse on) when using direct wash in water not running(rinse off)? or keep rinse on
I haven't tried Nikwax on fleece as it tends to be quite water repellant anyway (as it is made from plastics) I did use the cotton proofer on some trousers though which gave them some water repellancy.
Hi, thanks for your question :) There is a specific product for down jackets which is called Nikwax Down Proof. I've not tried is as yet, but as soon as I do I will make a video about it. You can find out more about the product here: www.nikwax.com/en-gb/products/productdetail.php?productid=103&activity=
It is about re-proofing a waterproof jacket. Through wear and tear and contact with things like soap when washing your hands, the waterproofing doesn't last forever. When it is going, you can see dark patches where the water is getting through the fabric and inevitably onto the clothes you are trying to keep dry. Reproofing recoats and seals the fabric to give it a longer life. It is recommended to do it more frequently if you are using the jacket/clothing item very regularly. I hope that helps :)
Hi, both solutions go in at different times due to the required temperature (hence in the same part of the drawer) and for a full wash cycle. If you find that it gives a great proofing by doing it simply for a conditioner cycle, that is great :)
Every label on any garment that has zippers tells you to close them before wash. Don't know what professional guide lines you read. I would suggest starting with the garment labelling and going on to more advanced instructions.
Also just about to wash my firewall and my trusty old Kongur. I know the instructions are on the label but it's good to see another human do it all the same.
Absolutely! I think it is nice to see that it comes out OK! I hope your Firewall and Kongur are all happily reproofed now.
Thank you Sarah. I came on youtube to find instructions on how to use Tech Wash because my bottle instructions are in Spanish. Unfortunately, before finding your great no nonsense video I had to watch some hunting guy cutting up a deer, another guy skiing all over the world and endless rambling from others.
Eek! That sounds like a horrible way to try to find out how to use your techwash. Glad you were able to get sorted and I hope you weren't too traumatised by the other strange videos!
I watched that video as well. Also measured it out exactly using a jug lol
You are a good egg 🥚, thank you for the video, I needed to do mine last year, but now is the next best time..y'all reading this "have a nice day now"
Answered my question. Don't need to dry after Tech wash before adding TX Direct, so just drying once. Thanks.
Just wanted to say I love your kitchen and cat 🐱
Nice bong on the laundry room shelf as well :-)
Thanks, Jessica :)
@@deschutesmaple4520 Bong?! Hahahaha! Whaaaat?!
Just using your process as the bottles I’ve bought are in Norwegian... very helpful thank you
Thanks for this helpful video. My gf got me a free sample pack of each to try. Will do it sometime soon. Your video made it a lot clearer to understand. Many thanks. 🎉
Thank you for the very easy video. No extra unnecessary parts, I'll follow your video to wash my gore-tex items!
Glad I found your video Sarah. Going to try this out on my Rab Downpour Eco jacket! 👍⛈️Thanks
I used both to re proof my paramo jacket, used two caps of both one after the other on a handwash setting worked a treat
Well explained better than MEC or Northface video 👌
Used this stuff for the first time today.
Very impressed
Thank you Sarah su useful, can I put more than one jacket in the washing machine???
Yes, you can. I tend to put a few items in to make the most of the wash. I did two regular waterpoof outer jackets for this video. If your jackets are thicker or bigger, it is worth putting a bit more Nikwax in the wash with them to get full coverage.
@@SarahIrvingCoachManchester Thank you so much😃😄👍👍👍
can this nikwax stuff also be used on padded jackets with polyester fill for a sprayway, as it needs waterproofin or is this stuff only used for thin jackets?? I’ve never used nikwax before so I just want to make sure. Thanks
Thank you Sarah about to do this but was unsure as to the process. Your very helpful video has given me the confidence to get this done asap before the winter starts in earnest. Many thanks
Thanks good video 👍.
When washing how long 30min or 1hr. And what settings, I know all washing machines have there own setting names.... Best to choose the lightest setting? Thanks
Thanks, Masood, The setting I used too an hour, which I think gave ti time to get good coverage. And yes, I opted for the gentle setting so that it wasn't pulling the fabric with lots of movement and also means that it sits in the solution longer. On my machine, the setting was 'Special' and my new machine has an 'outdoor clothing' setting, which is described as gentle, so I would go with that, or a wool wash, which tends to be cooler and lighter. Hope that it helpful - washing machines have all strange and different settings! But basically light and long seems to work for me. :)
@@SarahIrvingTheUrbanWanderer Thanks for your reply... I have fjallraven keb eco shell jacket.
I used nikwax tech wash 1st on hand-wash settings on my machine for 30min only then used nikwax Tx direct on the same settings 30min. And let the jacket dry 48hrs. But no such luck my jacket is still leaving wet patches all over.
What am I doing wrong do you think? 30min isn't long enough?
Brilliant! Thank you so much!
Hey great video I must say, only one on TH-cam that actually explains properly, was just wondering does it get rid of Odor as I just bought a Gore tex jacket with a strong smokey smell ????
Have you tried removing the bong and that stinky bag of weed out of your jacket's inner pocket? Might help.
Deschutes Maple *boomers
I have found that the TechWash does get rid of most of the smoky smell from camping, but it can still linger a bit.
add baking soda to the wash cycle!
Were the jackets water proof/ resistant to begin with and you just maintain them or were they normal cloth jackets that are now Waterproof?
Thanks for the vídeo. Do you know if it works on a gore-tex fibre insuleted jacket?
I believe that to keep the breathability of the Gore-Tex, it is better to use a spray or brush on re-proofer so that it doesn't affect the insides. Nikwax have a spray version, which I would think would work - but I haven't tried it myself.
You can read more about the advice from gore-tex here:
www.gore-tex.com/blog/restore-durable-water-repellency-raingear
Thank you so much. I actually tried washing with a Rab similar to yours and it didn't look so good. I already ordered the spray version to see if I can improve the repellency. :)
@@rodasman82 I have been wanting to try the spray too, so you'll have to let me know how you get on with it, Rodrigo :)
@@SarahIrvingTheUrbanWanderer for sure. I will try to make a short video too.
Do you tumble dry them at all
Brilliant video, thanks so much! Reproofing my montane minimus today and got these products to try out 😁
What if your washing machine dose not have a delicate mode ?
Excellent job
Hi Sarah,will the nikwax contaminate the next load of washing to go in the washing machine.
Well I would clean the machine afterwards putting through a hot wash making sure the drum is empty.
Good questions, Robert, thank you. I haven't found it to, but I do run it through with some old cleaning towels, so if they do it is nothing important. Or you can run it through on a rinse cycle to clear it out again.
You little legend
Hi Sarah, great video! Just a quick question; do you really need to use two caps (2 x 50ml) full per wash? It does seem overkill to me, as it's 1/3 of a 300ml bottle per use! I have used Grangers in the past, which has been 1 cap full (1 x 25ml) for 1 garment.
Hi Aku,
Thank you and thanks for your message. In my video, I am washing two garments (the two Rab coats) so needed the two caps for the wash. I like to proof more than one item when I am doing a machine reproof as it saves water (I can also chuck in any waterproof socks/gloves/gaiters etc that need a top-up as well) I've not used Grangers proofer for a long time, so I can't comment on those - unless it's for reproofing tents! I think that while it might seem like a lot of product is used, the proofing does last a long time (I tend to only need to re-proof my coat which gets worn/scrumpled into my rucksack etc every day of the year) :) Hope that answers your question in a roundabout way! :)
Thank you!!
Thanks that was a very helpful video.
So are you running your load twice?
Really helpful and well explained thank you
Hi Sarah, thanks for the video. I just followed this procedure for my motorcycle suit (2 pieces) There's still areas of dirt/grime staining that didn't come out on the light grey jacket? Should I try the process again? I set at 30 degrees as per label. I did 2 pieces together so thinking 2 capfuls with just the jacket may improve the result? Hope to hear from you, thanks :)
Hi Gary,
Sorry for not replying sooner, I didn't get a notification!
I have added an extra capful when doing more items of clothing and it seems to have helped. I had a very dirty coat which came up well after two washed with Tech Wash so it is worth giving it a try, as it is on a colder wash.
Hope you can get your light grey jacket sparkling and do let me know how you get on :)
@@SarahIrvingTheUrbanWanderer Thanks for reply Sarah, will try that next time :)
Very informative, thank you!
Great video, well explained and very helpful!
Hi Sarah, thanks for the great video! Have you tried RX Direct Wash-In for softshell clothing as well? I know there's another product specifically for softshell but I have one hardshell and one softshell jackets in total and buying two separate products is a little pricey 🙄
Hi Zey!
Sorry for the delay in replying, my notifications went AWOL!
I’ve not tried the Direct Wash on soft shell (yet!) so I can’t say whether it would work or not. Maybe you can see whether any of your outdoor set friends also have hard and soft shell gear so you can go halves on the product and wash/reproof together to also save water! (If I do try it, I’ll be sure to let you know how it goes)
Hello is it normal for polyester filled jackets to lose its thickness/padding even while they have only been in a attic and never actually worn this has happened with 3 dare 2b jackets I own and not sure what caused it as they where never worn.
hi there, seen your video a few times over just now and I’m a little confused on the washer settings as your washer has different modes than ours, would it be ok just to set it at Daily Wash For Clean at 40o 800 Spin and change it to 30o 800 Spin for the Waterproofing , on the label of the jacket there’s nothing. Thanks
Hi Mark,
Yes, washing machines do make it more complicated with all the various settings. I would personally be inclined to go for the 30C wash as waterproof clothing has synthetic fibres which don't fare well with higher temperatures. I would also stick to the 30C for both the wash and the proofing.
I also recommend contacting the maker of your jacket to see whether they can offer any advice - seeing as there is no additional information on the label itself.
Good luck!
(DISCLAIMER: I am no expert, I have only used my machine on the settings in the video or on Outdoor Clothing setting on my new Samsung Washer Dryer)
Thanks for this 👍🏽
where can I find Nikwax products
Ebay or Amazon R a good start 👍
Thanks x
Thank you.
Exactly what I needed! Thank you!
Would you recommend applying solarproof to a brand new tent with 5000mm HH. It's already waterproof, but I want to protect it from uv rays
Hmm, good question. I have never UV proofed any of my tents so far and they seem to have been OK. I guess my camping might have been more rain than sun though. I think, if it were me, I would do the UV proof when you need to do the next waterproofing so that you're not interfering with the other. Bear in mind that I am no expert though, just what I would do :) Thanks for the question though, Justin.
My jackets are filthy from the dogs do I need to wash them first 🤔
I would always advise giving the items a wash first. I use TechWash to give my items a clean first as it means that the fabric is free from much and the waterproofing will adhere and seal better.
do you turn rinse off when you're doing the wash in? or the rinse stays on. im not sure if im supposed to have water rinsing when its time for the tx direct wash in so just to clear it up
when washing with the tech wash have water running on (rinse on)
when using direct wash in water not running(rinse off)? or keep rinse on
Rinse on both wash and DWR cycles. Warm water, just enough to get the garments agitating.
thanks
1 cap= 1 oz?
Very helpful, thank you
Thank you for this video! Am I the only one who's come on here for instructions because the instructions on the bottles are too small to read? 🧐
anyone tried nikwax on fleece jackets?
I haven't tried Nikwax on fleece as it tends to be quite water repellant anyway (as it is made from plastics) I did use the cotton proofer on some trousers though which gave them some water repellancy.
@@SarahIrvingCoachManchester cool thanks for the reply 🙂
can you use this for down fill jackets or should you use specific type ones?
Hi, thanks for your question :) There is a specific product for down jackets which is called Nikwax Down Proof. I've not tried is as yet, but as soon as I do I will make a video about it. You can find out more about the product here: www.nikwax.com/en-gb/products/productdetail.php?productid=103&activity=
@@SarahIrvingTheUrbanWanderer thanks
Thank you. XxX
Something scary stuck just below your lower lip
Why would you need to use this product when the jackets already water proof 🤔
It is about re-proofing a waterproof jacket. Through wear and tear and contact with things like soap when washing your hands, the waterproofing doesn't last forever. When it is going, you can see dark patches where the water is getting through the fabric and inevitably onto the clothes you are trying to keep dry. Reproofing recoats and seals the fabric to give it a longer life. It is recommended to do it more frequently if you are using the jacket/clothing item very regularly. I hope that helps :)
It doesn't go into the same drawer as the techwash - it should go into the conditioner tray as it's the last stage
Hi, both solutions go in at different times due to the required temperature (hence in the same part of the drawer) and for a full wash cycle. If you find that it gives a great proofing by doing it simply for a conditioner cycle, that is great :)
The music makes it really hard to hear you
Not a fan of this method because of the inside of jacket also become water repellent when it shouldn’t be
you could have done it with a hand wash
Absolutely, but I have found that I get a better coating in the machine and it works well for me this way.
one lid = 30 ml
Why closing the pockets? All the professional guidelines I've seen recommend the opposite!
Every label on any garment that has zippers tells you to close them before wash. Don't know what professional guide lines you read.
I would suggest starting with the garment labelling and going on to more advanced instructions.
Couldn’t cope with. Download rain 😢
Та вообще всё понятно. Два раза стирка пустая и два раза одежду стирать, сначала одним а затем вторым пропиткой и всё . День потратить и всё готово