Description
OrganoTex Textile Waterproofing WASH-IN & SPRAY-ON
After extensive use, most outdoor garments lose their water repellent properties due to mechanical abrasion or severe washing. OrganoTex® Textile waterproofing effectively restores the water repellent properties to the garments. The products can however, also be used for impregnation of clothes and textile products that have never had water repellent properties such as fashion clothes, pillows or textile furniture. As the products are not film forming and binds effectively to the fibers, the softness and breathability of the fabrics are not affected and the garments thus remain their original feeling.
How to use the products
The products are easy to use for consumers and can be either sprayed on (OrganoTex® Textile waterproofing spray-on) to the textile or be used in a washing machine (OrganoTex® Textile waterproofing wash-in). Which product you use is which one you find easiest for your application. Below you find instruction of how to use each product:
How to use OrganoTex Textile waterproofing spray-on
OrganoTex® Textile waterproofing spray-on is a universal impregnation that can be used on most textiles to improve the water and dirt repellent function. The product re-creates the water repellent ability of the textile without changing the color, texture or breathability of the fabric, which is important for all types of functional garments.
Suitable for:
Waterproof fabrics (with all different waterproof membranes) shells, parkas, down products, hiking pants, windbreakers, tents, sleeping bags, backpacks, textile shoes and other outdoor textiles such as cushions, umbrellas, e t c.
Suitable fabrics:
Polyester, polyamide, soft-shell, wool, fleece, cotton, canvas, acrylic and various blends.
Best effect is achieved on synthetic materials, such as polyamide and polyester.
Instructions:
1) Wash the textile or garment without using fabric softener. Ensure the fabrics is completely dry.
2) Protect the work surface, shake the bottle and spray the garment/ textile at a 20 cm distance making sure the fabric gets evenly wet.
3) Wait 1 minute, spray again and rub the liquid evenly with a cloth (protective gloves are recommended due to PH).
4) Remove excess liquid with a cloth or sponge, do not leave any drops as this may cause stains.
Do not use too much liquid.
5) Tumble dry or use drying cabinet (40-70 degrees) for best performance or air dry as warm as possible, minimum 1-2 days in order to reach full water repellency.
For previous DWR* treated garments, tumble drying or dry cabinet are highly recommended. The heat is required for the fibers to divide and rise properly, which contributes to the water repellent function.
*) DWR= Durable Water Repellent, a water repellent finish applied industrially on the face fabrics.
How to use OrganoTex Textile waterproofing wash-in
OrganoTex® Textile waterproofing wash-in is a universal impregnation that can be used on most textiles to improve the water and dirt repellent function. The product re-creates the water repellent properties of the textile without changing the color, texture or breathability of the fabric, which is important for all types of functional garments
Suitable for:
Waterproof functional garments (with all different types of membranes) shells, parkas, down products, hiking pants, wind jackets, ski clothes etc. that are able to be washed in a washing machine.
Suitable fabrics:
Polyester, polyamide, soft-shell, acrylic, acrylic and various blends. Best effect is achieved on synthetic materials, such as polyamide and polyester.
Instructions:
1) Wash the textile or garment without using fabric softener. Leave the garment in the washing machine.
2) Shake the bottle and dosage 100 ml for one garment in the detergent compartment. It is possible to run up to 3 pcs, add 50 ml for each new product.
3) Run a short washing program of 30-40 degrees with centrifugation or according to the garments care instructions.
4) Tumble dry or use drying cabinet (40-70 degrees) for best water repellent performance or air dry as warm as possible in minimum 1-2 days in order to reach full water repellency.
Hand wash: Dosage 50 ml for 10 L water. Use protection gloves. Rinse carefully! Dry as warm as possible for 1-2 days. Excellent for tents soaked in a bathtub in order to improve the water repellency.
Consumption: 100 ml/garment, sufficient for 5 pieces, or 10-12 sqm fabrics.
