Nikwax Tent & Gear SolarProof is an easy to use spray-on waterproofing and UV blocker for all synthetic tents, rucksacks and panniers. It adds water repellency, increases fabric strength and protects against UV deterioration whilst enhancing the performance of your tent and gear.
Tents and rucksacks use synthetic fabrics, such as nylon or polyester, with a thin watertight polyurethane (PU) or elastomeric coating on the inside and a Durable Water Repellent (DWR) coating on the outside. This combination gives great strength and water resistance, combined with light weight; ideal attributes for outdoor equipment.
Unfortunately these fabrics are vulnerable to sunlight and in two weeks of continuous exposure, can lose up to half of their strength. Additionally, the inner coating will degrade if it is left damp for long periods.
Nikwax Tent & Gear SolarProof® protects the entire fabric, from the effects of both UV and water.
How to use Nikwax Tent & Gear SolarProof
- Ensure the product you are treating is cleaned first (no need to dry)
- Protect working surface and lay clean wet item flat, or erect tent and wet.
- Spray evenly to outside of fabric. Avoid rucksack straps.
- Wait for 2 minutes. Remove any surplus product with a damp cloth.
- Check carefully to ensure no areas have been missed.
- Allow item(s) to dry fully before packing away.
- Use approximately 50ml of product per 1m2 of fabric.
- The coverage is approximate and depends on the condition of the fabric being treated.
- To maintain waterproofing and UV protection always clean with Nikwax Tent & Gear SolarWash®. Do not use conventional detergents.
- Use Nikwax Cotton Proof to waterproof cotton, polycotton and canvas.
