Details:
Specialized impregnating agent to protect the insulating properties of down-filled clothing and equipment against wet and damp conditions. Easy to use in the washing machine or by hand, non-flammable and PFC-free.
For waterproofing down products.
- Easy to use in the washing machine, impregnating agent for down clothing and sleeping bags
- Adds water-repellent properties and revitalizes insulation
- Improves the performance of your down equipment. This keeps you warmer and drier
- Recommended for all hydrophobic and regular down such as; Nikwax Hydrophobic Down, Hydrodown™
- 300ml
- Can be used in the washing machine or by hand
Why down gear loses its insulating properties when it gets wet.
Down-filled items are used for lightweight insulation to keep you warm. The structure of the down traps air between the fibers. This air is heated by body heat and thus insulates the user.
When down gets wet, it clumps. As a result, it loses its airiness and insulation capacity, because it can no longer retain air properly. When it gets wet, down loses all its insulating properties, because water conducts heat away from the body 25 times faster than air. It also becomes heavier and its breathability is greatly affected, leaving you feeling cold, wet and uncomfortable.
Down-filled items are most at risk of becoming sweaty and wet inside when used in damp or wet conditions. It is therefore important to prevent your down-filled gear from getting wet by maintaining the durable water repellent layer (DWR). The outer fabric of your down-filled item, like the down inside, must be well maintained to maintain comfort. Eventually the DWR will wear out. You can renew this with Nikwax Down Proof.
Down is ideal for extremely cold and dry conditions.
Down has exceptional insulating properties: it traps air between the fibers to keep you warm. No other product offers so much insulation for so little weight and such a small volume. It is ideal for sleeping bags, jackets, vests and other down clothing.
Water, whether rainwater or condensation from sweat, affects the insulating properties of down. When down gets wet, it loses all its insulation capacity and becomes heavy. This reduces the comfort of the user and makes them feel wet and cold. More importantly, the reduction in insulation is dangerous and can lead to hypothermia in severe cases. When it gets wet, down loses all its insulating properties, because water conducts heat away from the body 25 times faster than air.
Treating your down with Nikwax Down Proof adds a durable water-repellent effect (DWR) to both the outer fabric and the down filling. This prevents the absorption of water and maintains breathability. You stay warm, dry and feel comfortable.
Down items are ideal for people who spend time outdoors in extremely cold conditions.
Anyone who is outside in very cold weather will benefit from down items. Whether you are a mountain climber, skier or snowboarder or often spend time outdoors when it is cold, you will benefit from the lightweight insulation of down.
Use Nikwax Down Proof if your down items absorb water.
Your down items can soak up water just because they are dirty. Try cleaning it first with Nikwax Down Wash. If it is fairly new or has recently been re-waterproofed, water repellency (DWR) will be restored with just a wash. If the item has been heavily worn, you will need to add DWR with Nikwax Down Proof after first cleaning it with Nikwax Down Wash. It adds DWR to the outer fabric of the gear and also to the down fill.
Down items require Nikwax Down Proof to maintain insulation capacity.
Alternative products for waterproofing are often aerosols containing solvents. Sometimes these are water-based products that use PFCs. Aerosols are flammable and PFCs pose a potential risk to the environment and long-term consumer health.
Levertijd: 1-3 werkdagen.
Verzendkosten:
- Nederland: € 7,25 (gratis bij bestellingen vanaf € 150). Voor hondenvoeding vanaf 22 kg bedragen de verzendkosten € 10.
- Duitsland: € 9,95 tot 10 kg. Bij bestellingen boven 10 kg wordt de prijs aangepast, en ontvangt de koper een definitieve prijsopgave via e-mail.
- België: Vanaf € 9,95, afhankelijk van het gewicht. Voor bestellingen boven 10 kg ontvang je een prijsopgave via e-mail.
- Internationaal: Verzendtarieven op aanvraag.
Levering: In Nederland, Duitsland, en België.
Bestel boven de € 150,- en ontvang gratis verzending binnen Nederland!
Description
Details:
Specialized impregnating agent to protect the insulating properties of down-filled clothing and equipment against wet and damp conditions. Easy to use in the washing machine or by hand, non-flammable and PFC-free.
For waterproofing down products.
- Easy to use in the washing machine, impregnating agent for down clothing and sleeping bags
- Adds water-repellent properties and revitalizes insulation
- Improves the performance of your down equipment. This keeps you warmer and drier
- Recommended for all hydrophobic and regular down such as; Nikwax Hydrophobic Down, Hydrodown™
- 300ml
- Can be used in the washing machine or by hand
Why down gear loses its insulating properties when it gets wet.
Down-filled items are used for lightweight insulation to keep you warm. The structure of the down traps air between the fibers. This air is heated by body heat and thus insulates the user.
When down gets wet, it clumps. As a result, it loses its airiness and insulation capacity, because it can no longer retain air properly. When it gets wet, down loses all its insulating properties, because water conducts heat away from the body 25 times faster than air. It also becomes heavier and its breathability is greatly affected, leaving you feeling cold, wet and uncomfortable.
Down-filled items are most at risk of becoming sweaty and wet inside when used in damp or wet conditions. It is therefore important to prevent your down-filled gear from getting wet by maintaining the durable water repellent layer (DWR). The outer fabric of your down-filled item, like the down inside, must be well maintained to maintain comfort. Eventually the DWR will wear out. You can renew this with Nikwax Down Proof.
Down is ideal for extremely cold and dry conditions.
Down has exceptional insulating properties: it traps air between the fibers to keep you warm. No other product offers so much insulation for so little weight and such a small volume. It is ideal for sleeping bags, jackets, vests and other down clothing.
Water, whether rainwater or condensation from sweat, affects the insulating properties of down. When down gets wet, it loses all its insulation capacity and becomes heavy. This reduces the comfort of the user and makes them feel wet and cold. More importantly, the reduction in insulation is dangerous and can lead to hypothermia in severe cases. When it gets wet, down loses all its insulating properties, because water conducts heat away from the body 25 times faster than air.
Treating your down with Nikwax Down Proof adds a durable water-repellent effect (DWR) to both the outer fabric and the down filling. This prevents the absorption of water and maintains breathability. You stay warm, dry and feel comfortable.
Down items are ideal for people who spend time outdoors in extremely cold conditions.
Anyone who is outside in very cold weather will benefit from down items. Whether you are a mountain climber, skier or snowboarder or often spend time outdoors when it is cold, you will benefit from the lightweight insulation of down.
Use Nikwax Down Proof if your down items absorb water.
Your down items can soak up water just because they are dirty. Try cleaning it first with Nikwax Down Wash. If it is fairly new or has recently been re-waterproofed, water repellency (DWR) will be restored with just a wash. If the item has been heavily worn, you will need to add DWR with Nikwax Down Proof after first cleaning it with Nikwax Down Wash. It adds DWR to the outer fabric of the gear and also to the down fill.
Down items require Nikwax Down Proof to maintain insulation capacity.
Alternative products for waterproofing are often aerosols containing solvents. Sometimes these are water-based products that use PFCs. Aerosols are flammable and PFCs pose a potential risk to the environment and long-term consumer health.
Bezorging
Levertijd: 1-3 werkdagen.
Verzendkosten:
- Nederland: € 7,25 (gratis bij bestellingen vanaf € 150). Voor hondenvoeding vanaf 22 kg bedragen de verzendkosten € 10.
- Duitsland: € 9,95 tot 10 kg. Bij bestellingen boven 10 kg wordt de prijs aangepast, en ontvangt de koper een definitieve prijsopgave via e-mail.
- België: Vanaf € 9,95, afhankelijk van het gewicht. Voor bestellingen boven 10 kg ontvang je een prijsopgave via e-mail.
- Internationaal: Verzendtarieven op aanvraag.
Levering: In Nederland, Duitsland, en België.
Bestel boven de € 150,- en ontvang gratis verzending binnen Nederland!