{"title":"Nikwax","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"nikwax-tx-direct-wash-in-300ml-1","title":"Nikwax TX.Direct Wash In 300ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eNikwax TX Direct Wash In Waterproofer 300ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe No.1 easy to use, safe, high performance wterproofer for wet weather clothing and equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eAdds Durable Water Repellency and revives breathability - in a washing machine.\u003cbr type=\"_moz\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333; font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003eYour raingear could be soaking up water just because it is dirty. First, try cleaning it with Nikwax Tech Wash\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup style=\"color: #333333; font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333; font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e, and if it is fairly new, or recently re-waterproofed, the Durable Water Repellency (DWR) will be revitalised just from cleaning.  But, once the garment has been thoroughly worn, you will need to add DWR, using Nikwax TX.Direct\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup style=\"color: #333333; font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333; font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e, after cleaning first with Nikwax Tech Wash\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup style=\"color: #333333; font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333; font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333; font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003eNikwax TX.Direct\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup style=\"color: #333333; font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333; font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e Wash-In is the market leader. It is easy and quick to apply in a washing machine, and its highly Durable Water Repellency (DWR) develops on air drying. The washing machine application ensures that the treatment goes right through the garment, treating seams, tapes and cords, as well as the fabric. Also, as the need for tumble drying is removed, this saves energy and protects more vulnerable, older, garments from heat. Nikwax TX.Direct\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup style=\"color: #333333; font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e®\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333; font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e Wash-In has been specifically designed and optimised for breathable waterproof garments; it leaves a flexible water repellent treatment on individual fibres allowing moisture vapour to pass through, maintaining breathability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"para2\" style=\"font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 0.8em; color: #333333; font-weight: bold; line-height: 19px !important;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nikwax","offers":[{"title":"ANY \/ ANY","offer_id":39269038456919,"sku":"000993146001","price":10.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2722\/4078\/products\/1616444948_a20fdbb2c6434fa79bb7310ceb28e08e_5aaa0707-6d8a-44f7-88c0-437eb6e56bfc.jpg?v=1741271007"},{"product_id":"nikwax-footwear-cleaning-gel-125ml","title":"Nikwax Footwear Cleaning Gel 125ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eNIkwax Footwear Cleaning Gel 125ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe safe cleaner for all waterproof outdoor and sports footwear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eCleans safely, revitalises breathability and water repellency\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333; font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003eBreathable waterproof footwear is most likely to get sweaty and wet inside when used in damp or wet conditions. If the outer fabric or leather absorbs water, the breathability of the footwear will be reduced. Therefore, the Durable Water Repellency (DWR) of your footwear must be maintained to ensure comfort. Through use, the outer surface of footwear will pick up contaminants, such as dirt, which attract water, masking the effect of any DWR coating. Nikwax Footwear Cleaning Gel™ will remove contaminants and revitalise DWR.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"color: #333333; font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14.08px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333; font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 0.8em; color: #333333; font-weight: bold; line-height: 19px !important;\" class=\"para2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nikwax","offers":[{"title":"ANY \/ ANY","offer_id":39269549768791,"sku":"001002146001","price":5.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2722\/4078\/products\/1616508780_cfca83873b3d48e59760c386346e702c.jpg?v=1741271076"},{"product_id":"nikwax-polar-proof-waterproofing-for-fleece","title":"Nikwax Polar Proof Waterproofing For Fleece","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eNikwax Polar Proof waterproofing For Fleece 300ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eEasy to use, safe, high performance waterproofing for fleece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eAdds Durable Water Repellency - reduces weight gain and maintains breathability and insulation of fleece in wet weather\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333; font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003eAlthough the individual fibres of fleece cannot absorb water, it is possible for water to become trapped in the spaces between the fibres. The accumulation of water reduces the insulating properties of fleece and also causes weight gain; fleece can hold up to 50% of its weight in water!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"color: #333333; font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14.08px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333; font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003eThis reduces the comfort of the user causing them to feel wet and cold, but more importantly the reduction in insulation is dangerous and in severe cases can lead to hypothermia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333; font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003eNikwax Polar Proof® has been specifically designed and optimised for fleece garments; it leaves a flexible water repellent treatment on individual fibres allowing moisture vapour to pass through, maintaining breathability and optimising performance in wet weather. Additionally, it inhibits pilling of fleece fabrics, prolonging the life of gear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"color: #333333; font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14.08px;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"color: #333333; font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14.08px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #333333; font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003eNikwax Polar Proof® is easy and quick to apply in a washing machine and ensures that the treatment goes right through the garment. The highly Durable Water Repellency (DWR) of Nikwax Polar Proof® develops on air drying. Therefore the need for tumble drying is removed, saving energy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"para2\" style=\"font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 0.8em; color: #333333; font-weight: bold; line-height: 19px !important;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nikwax","offers":[{"title":"ANY \/ ANY","offer_id":39270955352151,"sku":"003625146001","price":7.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2722\/4078\/products\/1616669894_d2ea3903cfbd49a88c81e44f83a936fc.jpg?v=1741271100"},{"product_id":"nikwax-down-wash-300ml","title":"Nikwax Down Wash 300ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eNikwax Down Wash 300ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe easy to use, safe, high performance technical cleaner for hydrophobic and regular down filled clothing and gear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe only technicla cleaner specifically designed for hydrophobic and regular down which cleans effectively, while restoring water repellency and maintaining fill power and insulation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 0.8em; color: #333333; line-height: 19px !important;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eYour down items could be soaking up water because the Durable Water Repellency (DWR) has been compromised by dirt, or because it has been cleaned with a conventional laundry detergent. Dirt attracts water and household detergents leave water attracting (hydrophilic) residues, leading to fabric and down 'wetting out' in wet or damp conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 0.8em; color: #333333; line-height: 19px !important;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eIf your down items are relatively new, or have been recently treated with Nikwax Down Proof™, then cleaning with Nikwax Down Wash Direct® will not only remove contaminants, such as dirt and residues left behind by household detergents, but also revitalise insulation and restore DWR.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 0.8em; color: #333333; line-height: 19px !important;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHowever, once the gear has been thoroughly used, you will need to add DWR, using Nikwax Down Proof™, after cleaning first with Nikwax Down Wash Direct. This will add DWR to the outer fabric of the gear and also the down fill.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"para2\" style=\"font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 0.8em; color: #333333; font-weight: bold; line-height: 19px !important;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nikwax","offers":[{"title":"ANY \/ ANY","offer_id":39270958989399,"sku":"003624146001","price":8.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2722\/4078\/products\/1616670438_e5d047056ce94686b6f997cb8fa9229f.jpg?v=1741271101"},{"product_id":"nikwax-tent-solar-gear-500ml-spray-on","title":"Nikwax Tent \u0026 Solar Gear 500ml Spray on","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eNikwax Tent \u0026amp; Gear Solarproof 500ml Spray\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe easy to use, safe, high performance waterproofing and UV blocker for all synthetic weatherproof textiles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eAdds Durable Water Repellency, Increases fabric strength \u0026amp; protects against UV deterioration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eOne application can double the effective life of fabrics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eCan be applied to wet or dry synthetic fabrics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 0.8em; color: #333333; line-height: 19px !important;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eSynthetic fabrics used for tents and rucksacks are coated with a water repellent treatment. Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light both destroys the water repellency and leads to a reduction in fabric tear strength, significantly shortening the lifespan of equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 0.8em; color: #333333; line-height: 19px !important;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eThe application of Nikwax Tent \u0026amp; Gear SolarProof® can double the effective life of equipment by protecting against UV damage, while also providing Durable Water Repellency (DWR) to keep the rain out.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"para2\" style=\"font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 0.8em; color: #333333; font-weight: bold; line-height: 19px !important;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nikwax","offers":[{"title":"ANY \/ ANY","offer_id":39270963282007,"sku":"001003146001","price":10.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2722\/4078\/products\/1616671131_2c8f8e4b8b1d480daf23864b478f2b93.jpg?v=1741271101"},{"product_id":"nikwax-conditioner-for-leather-125ml","title":"Nikwax Conditioner For Leather 125ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eNIkwax Conditioner For Leather 125ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eWater based softening and waterproofing conditioner for smooth leather footwear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eSoftens and waterproofs new full grain leather and restores suppleness to dried out leather\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"para1\" style=\"font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 1.1em; color: rgb(0, 85, 165); font-weight: bold; background-image: none; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; border-bottom: none; padding: 0px; line-height: 19px !important;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(51, 51, 51);\"\u003eFootwear needs to provide support, but also needs to be soft and flexible to maintain comfort. During the manufacturing process leather undergoes a procedure called tanning. This process adds tanning agents to maintain the structure of the leather, enabling it to keep its shape and provide support. Leather is also lubricated to increase suppleness and reduce friction between its fibres. When leather absorbs water, tanning agents and lubricants are lost, which causes the leather to become dry, stiff and prone to splitting. Nikwax Conditioner for Leather™ will nourish leather with tanning agents and lubricants to keep it in top condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"para1\" style=\"font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 1.1em; color: rgb(0, 85, 165); font-weight: bold; background-image: none; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; border-bottom: none; padding: 0px; line-height: 19px !important;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(51, 51, 51);\"\u003eIf you have new smooth leather boots, Nikwax Conditioner for Leather™ can be used to break them in without over-softening and also add Durable Water Repellency (DWR). It should also be used periodically to maintain your smooth leather footwear; nourishing the leather by replacing tanning agents and lubricants, stopping it from becoming dry and stiff.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-size: 14.08px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(51, 51, 51);\"\u003eNikwax Conditioner for Leather™ can also be used to restore suppleness to dried out leather and prolong the useful life of footwear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"para2\" style=\"font-family: ubuntu, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 0.8em; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-weight: bold; line-height: 19px !important;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nikwax","offers":[{"title":"ANY \/ ANY","offer_id":39270965018711,"sku":"000998146001","price":6.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2722\/4078\/products\/1616671483_d6275d3f6a5f4971a9475018138125dc.jpg?v=1741271102"},{"product_id":"nikwax-fabric-leather-shoe-waterproofing-125ml","title":"Nikwax Fabric \u0026 Leather Shoe Waterproofing 125ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eNikwax Fabric \u0026amp; Leather Shoe Waterproofing 125ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eHigh performance waterproofer designed to revitalise breathability of all combination fabric and leather footwear. Easy to apply by hand, non flammable and PFC free.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eFor waterproofing footwear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eEasy to use sponge-on waterproofing for all fabric, leather and combination footwear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eAdds water repellency and revives breathability without softening leather\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eEnhances the performance of your footwear, keeping your feet warmer and drier\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium;\"\u003eRecommended for Gore-Tex® and eVent®, Sympatex ® and all other waterproof combination footwear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Nikwax","offers":[{"title":"ANY \/ ONE SIZE","offer_id":39863984488535,"sku":"008589146001","price":5.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2722\/4078\/products\/1659095618_008589_ANY.png?v=1741274550"}],"url":"https:\/\/borderlandmuff.ie\/collections\/nikwax\/cleaning-proofing.oembed","provider":"Borderland Muff","version":"1.0","type":"link"}