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Fishing in British Columbia => General Discussion => Topic started by: river walker on February 14, 2012, 08:20:03 AM

Title: Washing wading jacket
Post by: river walker on February 14, 2012, 08:20:03 AM

Im running my coat through the washer , with the two different types of nikwax . The wash then the waterproofing wax .

My question is ...... Do I put it in the dryer after the 2nd cycle? Or hang it to dry?

Thx

Title: Re: Washing wading jacket
Post by: Matt on February 14, 2012, 08:36:25 AM

Dryer is is good for most waterproof breathable fabrics as heat restores the water repellant coating.  Your Nikwax container will probably say to avoid air-drying.  If you have any neoprene on the jacket, keep the dryer temp to Low.

Title: Re: Washing wading jacket
Post by: river walker on February 14, 2012, 08:40:22 AM

Thanks Matt

Title: Re: Washing wading jacket
Post by: prairiefire on February 14, 2012, 10:23:52 PM

Quote from: Matt on February 14, 2012, 08:36:25 AM

Dryer is is good for most waterproof breathable fabrics as heat restores the water repellant coating.  Your Nikwax container will probably say to avoid air-drying.  If you have any neoprene on the jacket, keep the dryer temp to Low.

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