Durable Water Repellent (DWR) products require regular washing and reapplying DWR to maintain their performance.
Product Care
Washing
- Only use technical fabric cleaners to wash away dirt and oils. Do not use powder or regular detergent.
- Heat dry for 10-15 min to re-activate the DWR. Line hang dry completely.
- Wash and dry your gear regularly to restore and redistribute the DWR coating
Reapplying DWR
- Apply DWR after each wash or if your garment is no longer beading water
- Only apply DWR treatment to a clean garment
- Shake the bottle well and spray a thin coating evenly on the outer surface
- Rub DWR into the outside of your jacket with a clean sponge or cloth
- Allow garments to dry for 12-24 hours
- Heat dry for 1015 min before hang in a well-ventilated space
Tips
- Avoid alkaline or acidic liquids, as they can break down the protective sealant
- Turn bright or dark items inside out to reduce fading
- Hang shirts from the bottom, and pants and skirts from the waistband
- Quick heat drying of waterproof/breathable fabrics on a medium/warm setting will help to renew the DWR finish