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[Closed] Re-waterproofing jackets

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Any recommendations as to the best products on the market to do this - Grangers, Nik-Wax - any other testimonials?


 
Posted : 01/02/2014 10:44 pm
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Either will do. Just follow the instructions - [i]to the letter[/i]


 
Posted : 01/02/2014 10:45 pm
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Nikwax wash in stuff has always worked well for me, never tried Grangers.


 
Posted : 01/02/2014 10:47 pm
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I had a works visit to Gore recently.

Liquid non bio detergent and spray on DWR was the clear recommendation.


 
Posted : 01/02/2014 11:49 pm
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During your works visit, did they explain why it leaks in the first place? I mean, it's a membrane laminated between ripstop nylon. Replacing the DWR does nothing for the membrane except create a path for moisture to escape. The membrane is waterproof regardless. If the jacket leaks the membrane is damaged.

I had a meeting last year with a Gore technical team, different subject, but I did discuss this with them over dinner - the only answer they could give me is that probably I purchased the wrong jacket and that the rucksack straps had damaged the membrane.


 
Posted : 02/02/2014 8:34 am

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