Wash-in waterproofing for down-filled clothing & gear

1. Place item in a washing machine
2. Wash with Nikwax Down Wash
3. Reset the machine and add Nikwax Down Proof in the machine’s dispenser
4. Select a warm wash cycle, and run complete cycle
5. Alternatively, just apply Nikwax in a simple hand wash
6. To dry, and only if care label allows, spin dry 3 times and tumble dry on a high setting until all ‘clumps’ have disappeared. 
7. Use clean tennis balls or trainers (that won’t melt) in a clean pillow case to help break up clumps when drying.

To equipment

1. For sleeping bags immerse item(s) in hand hot water in a bowl or bath tub.
2. Apply by hand, agitate and leave to soak for 5 to 10 minutes.
3. Rinse under running water, drain and gently press the sleeping bag to expel excess water.
4. To dry, and only if care label allows, spin dry 3 times and tumble dry on a high setting until all ‘clumps’ have disappeared. 
5. Use clean tennis balls or trainers (that won’t melt) in a clean pillow case to help break up clumps when drying.

Note:

• Always check the garment care label first, following the instructions.

Volume guide

• For clothing, use 3 full caps (150 ml) for 1 item and 6 full caps (300 ml) for 2 items
• For sleeping bags use 6 full caps (300 ml) in 4 cm deep water in a bath tub (3-4 season down sleeping bags should be professionally cleaned or proofed)