Revitalize Your Gear with Nikwax Tech Wash

• Dirt Removal
• Water Repellency
• Breathability Restoration

Nikwax Tech Wash is your go-to cleaner for outdoor gear. This eco-friendly formula revitalizes water repellency and breathability in synthetic waterproof fabrics like Gore-Tex and eVent, significantly extending the life of your gear.

Tech Specs

• Technical cleaner for rain and snow clothing and synthetic insulated gear
• Cleans effectively, restores water repellency and revives breathability
• Revives the performance of your gear, keeping you warmer and drier
• Recommended for Gore-Tex, Windstopper, eVent and all other waterproof, windproof and fleece clothing and gear
• Revitalize the Durable Water Repellency (DWR) of your garment preventing water absorption, maintaining breathability and keeping you dry and comfortable
• Remove contaminants, such as dirt and residues left behind by household detergents and revitalize DWR

how to use

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 doesnt 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.