How do I wash, dry and waterproof my rain jacket?

Basically the same applies here: Wash as little as possible and as often as necessary. Please always pay attention to the care label on the product. We will show you the best way to proceed using the example of a waterproof rain jacket with membrane.

Tools Needed:

Only use liquid detergent, preferably mild detergent. Better still, use a functional detergent such as Nikwax Tech Wash (available from your local dealer) .

Difficulty: Easy

Time Needed: About 2 hours

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Observe care label

For the washing process, 30 °C in the gentle wash cycle applies to this product.

On the smaller label are the symbols for the Nikwax functional detergent. We recommend Nikwax TX-Direct Spray for possible re-waterproofing.

 

 

Expert Tip

Our eco-friendly, water repellent Eco Finish does away with harmful fluorocarbons, but not without proper care.

We recommend that you impregnate your weather protection clothing before intensive use and after every wash.

Achtung: Please observe the instructions for use printed on the respective care product.

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