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Nikwax Tent and Gear Proof should be used to treat tents and packs coated with a non-breathable finish. Using Nikwax will make them more waterproof and lengthen the useful life of your gear. Treat by applying while the fabric is still damp, spray or apply with a brush generously and evenly on the uncoated side (the inside) of the fabric. Allow to soak into cloth for 5 minutes and then wipe all excess away with a damp cloth to avoid leaving white residue. The process is so easy, you have no excuse not to put two coats on high-traffic areas like tent floors and pack bottoms.
Bottom Line: You'll be glad you used this stuff when you're stuck in the rain waiting to see that there aren't any leaks.
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Bullet Proof
By:
Ryan Todd
March 23, 2009
Not really bullet proof. But it's pretty darn rain proof. I keep my rain cover on my pack. But you could seriously almost entirely do away with rain covers with this stuff.
Has anyone used this on horse blankets - the turn-out kind -
Has anyone used this on horse blankets - the turn-out kind - to improve water repellency? Can it be used on nylon and polyester?
Thanks, Aine
By: Aine
December 4, 2009
I've never used Tent & Gear Proof on a horse blanket but as long as the weave is really tight, it could improve the weather resistant properties. This product is designed more for coated, non-breathable finishes. Here's what Nikwax claims, this product is best used on "All weatherproof textiles including tents, awnings, marquees, rucksacks, panniers and camera bags." I've used it extensively, with outstanding results, on older tents where the original coated fabric has been compromised by age & weathering. As long as you adhere to the manufacturer's directions, it should work fine on nylon & polyester. Nikwax has added "Solarproof" UV protection to their newest generation product.
By: moroni
December 4, 2009
I use it on all kind of fabrics from cotton to nylon and more.
if the fabric was waterproof wene u buy it. it will make waterproof a gaine. if not it will make it weather resistant. BUT if you wash the fabric with a simple soap the weater risistant/proof will go for good!
By: Guy Geva
March 3, 2011
Great Sealer!
By:
Steve Tibbitts
October 28, 2008
This stuff sealed my tent water tight! After one treatment it has made water bead right off and that's been nearly 6 months ago. Maybe twice a year to treat, it's a cheap way to stay nice and dry!
I'm looking to do away with umbrellas, permanently. I've
I'm looking to do away with umbrellas, permanently. I've already got the outerwear covered (mostly Gore-Tex) but I still need a solution for my backpack (carries overpriced college books, and a laptop most of the time).
Does anyone have experience with using this water repellent on packs? how effective is it and if it goes a long period without getting wet (no rain) does the coating dry up and flake off? (or in general become less effective?)
By: Jazzejohn
October 13, 2009
I actually own an Osprey pack so thats good to know, thanks!
My other concern is regarding their application procedure. Looks like they say to apply from the inside? The inside of my pack sees a lot of action: books, notebooks, laptop in and out about a dozen times per day throughout the week.
I'm wondering if all this friction will wear down the water repellent coat quickly? Does it work just as well if the coating was applied to the outside instead?
By: Jazzejohn
October 14, 2009
I'm not so sure about long term effects, but it does work. The Osprey Pack company actually recommends this product to wash and waterproof all their packs, so it must be effect in the long term too.
By: Shane O'Donnell
October 13, 2009
Bring 'em back again!
By:
moroni
November 26, 2007
I inadvertently washed away the waterproof coating from the inside of my elderly Sierra West tent. After removing the remaining flakes & rinsing any debris from the outside body, I sprayed Nikwax Tent & Gear Proof over the entire outside of the tent including the fly. Amazingly water now beads on the fabric as good or better then when the tent was brand new. I repeat this process once every two years to insure maximum waterproof effectiveness. Great product.
I was comparing this product, Tent and Gear Proof, to another
I was comparing this product, Tent and Gear Proof, to another Nikwax product called Tent and Gear Solarproof Waterproofing Spray and was wondering if anyone has experience with both? What would make me choose one over the other? Thanks.
By: Bob Kocher
July 22, 2009
Hi Bob:
Nikwax no longer manufactures Tent and Gear Proof; it was replaced by Tent and Gear Solar Proof, which waterproofs and offers UV protection. The primary difference is the additional UV blocker in the new product. Hope this helps.
Ben
By: benpallise1121400
November 18, 2009
Livens up that old beat up tent fly!
By:
Garrett Grove
December 19, 2006
Having this in an easy to use spray bottle is amazing. It works super well and is very easy to use. If you rain fly is losing it's repellent finish then use this stuff, it works very well.
Your directions say to apply to fabric while "still damp".
Your directions say to apply to fabric while "still damp". I plan to use this on a tent that was an expensive one, but that has not been used in 8 yrs. Does it mean I should WASH the tent... hose the tent, wipe off the tent, or spray with a bottle of water first? Please explain.
By: Gloria Kee
April 6, 2009
Hey Gloria, you should definitely hose down the tent to make sure the surface is clean of any particulate matter that might interfere with the Nikwax bonding to the tent. After 8 years in storage there's probably a bunch of dust and dirt on the tent fabric (unless you're like my mom and your closet is cleaner than an O.R.).
By: Alexander Klivecka
April 7, 2009
pretty darn good
By:
dre2856664
February 23, 2009
used it on my 10 year old timbuk2 bag (i had some of my stuff soaked in the last rainstorm), and so far so good. water beads up and slides off mostly. the underside doesn't do so hot as far as the beading up, probably because it's gotten dirty from setting it down. but i haven't had any water leak through yet.
Would this product be suitable for water proofing boat canvas
Would this product be suitable for water proofing boat canvas covers?
By: Stephen Murray
February 13, 2009
Yeah, but you might need more than usual.
By: Angus Bohanon
February 13, 2009
going for the waterfall !!!!
By:
Guy Geva
December 9, 2008
I use it on my very old backpack and on my old "not any more" rain jack. and go for 2 days trip on a very hard non stop rain and wind. and me and my gear stayed bone dry!!!
don't think, JUST BUY IT!!!
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Nikwax Tent and Gear Solar Proof
Nikwax Tent and Gear Solar ProofBullet Proof
Not really bullet proof. But it's pretty darn rain proof. I keep my rain cover on my pack. But you could seriously almost entirely do away with rain more...
Great Sealer!
This stuff sealed my tent water tight! After one treatment it has made water bead right off and that's been nearly 6 months ago. Maybe twice a year more...