Tech Wash

The No.1 easy to use, safe, high performance cleaner for wet weather clothing and equipment. Cleans effectively, reviving breathability and water repellency.

How Nikwax Tech Wash® maintains your gear.

Nikwax Tech Wash® is the market leader; it has been specifically designed and optimised for breathable waterproof fabrics. Nikwax Tech Wash® is a highly effective cleaner. Additionally it will revitalise existing Durable Water Repellency (DWR) and revive breathability. It is the safe way to thoroughly clean your waterproof clothing and equipment. Application in a washing machine is quick, easy, and ensures that the whole garment is thoroughly cleaned.

Like all Nikwax products, Nikwax Tech Wash® is safe to use

Nikwax takes great care to minimise the effect of Nikwax products on the environment and on you, the consumer. Nikwax avoids materials in its cleaners like palm oil, which may be sourced from unsustainable plantations. Nikwax Tech Wash® is environmentally friendly; it is non-hazardous, water-based and biodegradable.

How to Use:

Use neat 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 care label instructions. Do not use detergents.

For clothing:

Machine Wash

1. Remove all detergent build-up from the detergent dispenser
2. Place maximum of 2 garments in washing machine
3. Use 150ml in medium/hard water areas and 100ml in soft water areas for 1-2 items
4. Run 30°C synthetic cycle and slow spin (front loader) or 40°C synthetic cycle (top loader)
5. Alternatively, just apply Nikwax in a simple hand wash
6. Drip-dry or tumble dry on a low setting if the care label allows

For tents and accessories:

1. Apply item in hand-hot water in a sink or bowl and agitate
2. Rinse thoroughly in clean water
3. Drip-dry

Volume guide (take from label):

To clean 1-2 items use 2 full caps (100 ml) in soft water or 3 full caps in hard water. Quantities used will depend on condition and size of items.