Nikwax Tech Wash 1000ml - Waterproof Gear Cleaner for Outdoor Jackets & Hiking Equipment - Perfect for Camping, Backpacking & Rainwear Maintenance

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Use Nikwax Tech Wash^® in a washing machine - 

Use undiluted Tech Wash® and a sponge, or soft nylon brush, to treat stubborn stains before washing. Remove all non-washable parts. Shake well before use. Follow garment care label instructions. Do not use conventional detergents.

Top Loading Machine Wash:

1. Place maximum 6 garments in washing machine.
2. After the machine has filled, 5floz (150ml) for 1-3 garments, 8floz (250ml) for 4-6 garments. Add an additional 1.5fl oz (50ml) for hard water* areas.
3. Use 150ml in medium/hard water* areas and 100ml in soft water areas for 1-2 items.
4. Set cycle to Heavy and Warm. 1-3 items: low water level, 4-6 items: medium water level.

Front Loading Machine Wash:

1. Remove all detergent from detergent dispenser.
2. Place maximum of 2 garments in washing machine.
3. Add 3floz (100ml) of Tech Wash®. Add an additional 1.5fl oz (50ml) for hard water* areas.
4. Set cycle to Synthetics and Warm.

* If you have calcium and mineral deposits in your washing machine you have hard water.

Nikwax Tech Wash^® can also be applied by hand - 

Use gloves.

1. Immerse item(s) in 1.5 gallons (6L) hand-hot water in sink or bowl.
2. Use 5fl oz (150ml) in medium/hard water* areas and 3fl oz (100ml) in soft water areas for 1-2 items.
3. Rinse 3 times in clean water.

For extreme hard water use 6.5fl oz (200ml).

If the item doesn’t require re-waterproofing, air dry or tumble dry on a low setting if care label allows.

If you intend to re-waterproof the washed item there is no need to dry it first.