Nikwax SoftShell Proof is a spray-on waterproofing for soft-shell clothing that adds water-repellency and revives breathability of all soft-shell garments with wicking linings. SoftShell Proof is suitable for all soft-shell fabrics and clothing including Gore Windstopper, Windbloc, Schoeller and Polartec soft-shell fabrics. Regular cleaning and proofing with Nikwax improves performance allowing your gear to work better for longer.
The approximate size of the packed product or the sales package is 180 x 60 x 60 mm.
Weight 0,37 kg(Includes the weight of the packaging)
Capacity 300 milliliters
Comments
Arttu S.verified buyer, 1.10.2023
Overall rating
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With the fabrics I've tried, there is almost no beading of water on the surface of the fabric, but the drops are absorbed directly into the fabric in both softshells and windbreakers. Maybe it speeds up drying a little because the fibers don't shrink so badly, but it's a pretty marginal benefit. Immediately after the heat treatment, it was a little more resistant, but after a couple of days of hanging on the hanger, it was as if it had never been impregnated.
Based on the performance, I don't understand why Nikwax is very popular, maybe because of its environmental friendliness, but I would rather not use useless chemicals even if they are environmentally friendly.