caption id="attachment_4026" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Paramo Fabric "Wetting Out"[/caption]

Hanging the coat on a washing line when spraying with the proofer will help maintain an even coating. Nikwax TX Direct is a wash-in water-based re-proofer which reduces the water absorbency of the outer material and thus recharging the waterproofness of your Paramo waterproofs.caption id="attachment_4025" align="aligncenter" width="299"] Nikwax Tech Wash & TX Direct[/caption] Tech Wash is the same product as the one mentioned previously and you use it directly in a front-loading washing machine, as per instructions. If you badly mark or stain your Paramo clothing, you can try using neat Nikwax Tech Wash on a sponge or cloth to try and remove it before washing. If this doesn’t work you can use a traditional detergent or dry cleaning but remember this will remove the water-repellency from the garment and you will need to do a follow-up Tech Wash and TX Direct to restore the items waterproof ability.

Take off your shoes when entering the tent. If you’re not able to leave them outside, pop them in a plastic bag. A wash-in product is usually accompanied by a washing liquid, which cleans the product first. However, if that is not the case, then do that step yourself, as it will maximize the chance for a successful reproofing. One of the huge selling points for Paramo clothing is the fact that they can easily be repaired either by yourself, a seamstress or by Paramo themselves. Even better is that after the repair the waterproof system will still work unlike a membrane waterproof system which once damaged will never be able to keep water out. The important thing to remember if you decide to repair your Paramo clothing yourself is to make sure the stitch is to one layer only. If you pass stitches through both the outer and inner layers this will damage the items weather protection.

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Let the tent soak for around 20 minutes then drain the tub and gently squeeze out any excess water – do not twist! Paramo and ourselves recommend that you use Nikwax aftercare products which have been specifically developed to work with Paramo fabrics. All the Nikwax products are environmentally friendly, water-based, non-hazardous, non-solvent and fluorocarbon free, continuing the eco-friendly nature of the Paramo brand. If the outer material of the clothing starts to ‘wet out’ (see photo below) this is an indication that it needs cleaning. caption id="attachment_4027" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Reproofed Paramo Fabric Beading water[/caption]

We recommend that you only use the TX Direct when the Tech Wash fails to reactivate the waterproofing as describe above i.e. the material ‘wets out’ and water no longer ‘beads’ on the surface. No. In fact using Nikwax TX Direct on your Paramo Waterproof clothing every time you wash it will have a negative effect on the garments waterproofing and breathability. This is due to the build up of the water-repellent molecules inhibiting the fabric performance. Either way I swear by putting the garment in the tumble on a low heat for 30 mins or so. Really seems to help. I was advised to do this by Goretex. Seemingly helps even without a waterproofer. Don’t allow wet clothes in your tent. Dirt can cling to wet clothes and then fall off once dry, leave your wet clothes to dry either outside or in the porch area (if you have one).This is an air-drying spray, in a water-based formula that applies easily on numerous fabrics, such as nylon, polyester and canvas. Scotchgard Water Repellent Outdoor Fabric Protector