{"product_id":"nikwax-down-proof-direct-300ml","title":"Down Proof Direct - 300ml","description":"\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000\"\u003eSpeciality waterproofer designed to protect the insulating properties of down-filled gear from wet and damp conditions. Easy to use in the washing machine or by hand, non flammable and PFAS free.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000\"\u003eEasy to use wash-in waterproofing for all down clothing and sleeping bags.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000\"\u003eAdds water repellency and revitalizes insulation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000\"\u003eEnhances the performance of your down gear, keeping you warmer and drier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000\"\u003eRecommended for Nikwax Hydrophobic Down, Hydrodown™ and all other down clothing and sleeping bags.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n \n\n\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ajWu5pQqNms?si=AFeU3rfYp1Ilf63x\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n \n\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000\"\u003eWhy down items lose their insulating properties when they get wet...\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000\"\u003eDown filled items are used to provide lightweight insulation to keep you warm. The structure of down allows air to be trapped between its filaments and warmed by body heat to provide insulation for the user.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000\"\u003eIf down gets wet it clumps together. This causes it to lose loft and insulation as it can’t trap air effectively. When wet, down loses all of its insulating properties, as water conducts heat away from the body up to 25 times faster than air. It will also gain weight and its breathability will be significantly reduced; leaving you feeling cold, wet and uncomfortable.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000\"\u003eDown filled items are most likely to get sweaty and wet inside when used in damp or wet conditions. Therefore it is important to stop down filled gear from getting wet by applying Durable Water Repellency (DWR). The outer fabric of your down filled item, as well as the down inside, must be maintained to ensure comfort. Through use it will eventually wear off and need to be renewed with Nikwax Down Proof.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000\"\u003eDown is ideal for very cold and dry conditions…\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000\"\u003eDown has exceptional insulating properties, trapping air between its filaments to keep you warm. No other product offers so much insulation for so little weight and bulk. It’s ideal for sleeping bags, jackets, gilets and down clothing in general.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000\"\u003eWater, whether it is rain or condensation from sweat, compromises the insulating properties of down. If down gets wet it loses all of its insulating capacity and also causes weight gain. This reduces the comfort of the user, causing them to feel cold and wet.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000\"\u003eTreating your down with Nikwax Down Proof adds Durable Water Repellency (DWR) to both the outer fabric and the down fill. This prevents water absorption whilst maintaining insulation and breathability, keeping you warm, dry and comfortable.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n \n\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000\"\u003eHow to:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT: \u003c\/strong\u003eFor best results remove all non-washable parts and clean item(s) first with \u003ca style=\"color: #000000\" href=\"https:\/\/nikwax.com\/en-gb\/products\/cleaning\/clothing-cleaning\/down-wash-direct\/\"\u003eNikwax Down Wash Direct®\u003c\/a\u003e. Always use \u003ca style=\"color: #000000\" href=\"https:\/\/nikwax.com\/en-gb\/products\/cleaning\/clothing-cleaning\/down-wash-direct\/\"\u003eDown Wash Direct®\u003c\/a\u003e and Down Proof in separate wash cycles. No need to dry item(s) before waterproofing. Shake well before use. Follow care label instructions.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000\"\u003eRemove all detergent build-up from the detergent dispenser\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000\"\u003ePlace maximum of 1 clean item in washing machine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000\"\u003eSelect a 30°C synthetic cycle on a slow spin, with an extra rinse if possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClothing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000\"\u003eAdd 150ml of Down Proof to detergent dispenser.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSleeping bags (8kg+ washing machine):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000\"\u003e150ml for 1 season bags (0.8kg- 1kg)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000\"\u003e300ml for 2-3 season bags (1.1kg – 2kg)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000\"\u003e500ml for 4 season bags (2kg – 2.5kg)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n \n\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000\"\u003eOne 300 ml bottle\u003c\/span\u003e\n","brand":"Nikwax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48499437633779,"sku":"313","price":19.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/2333\/2851\/files\/white-Nik-Wax-DownProof-300ML-460px.png?v=1770839982","url":"https:\/\/prairiesummitshop.com\/products\/nikwax-down-proof-direct-300ml","provider":"Prairie Summit Shop Regina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}