WORKBOOK
LEADERS IN HIGH PERFORMANCE, ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY, PFC-FREE WATERPROOFING TECHNOLOGIES Nikwax is the only aftercare brand to have never used PFCs in our award winning cleaning, waterproofing and sweatproofing treatments for outdoor clothing and equipment. Reliable, Measurable Performance
Our History and Philosophy
Protecting the future
From the outstanding performance of our products, to the safety of the raw ingredients we use, to the energy efficiency of our production processes - we take every opportunity to minimise our environmental impact. We also monitor everything we do so that when we make a claim, we know we can back it up.
Innovation and care for the environment has been central to our philosophy since our early beginnings.
At Nikwax we recognise climate change as being one of the biggest challenges facing current and future generations, influencing snow and rainfall and bringing extreme, unpredictable weather.
All of our testing meets industry standards but in many cases we have developed our own robust measures that demand even more. Through this we ensure that the performance of all Nikwax products is greater than that of any other comparable products on the market.
100% PFC-free and environmentally friendly technology We all know that the original water-repellent treatment added to clothing or equipment, PFC or otherwise, needs to be replaced over time with general wear and tear. For more than 40 years, Nikwax has been providing PFC-free high performance aftercare to the global outdoor market and it has attained a world leading position with this technology. We understand how to achieve the very best from our technology. We research, develop and manufacture all of our products in-house; never repackaging bulk products from a large chemical supplier.
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OUTDOOR INNOVATION SINCE 1977
Nick started the business in 1977 as a young person who backpacked in the mountains and had just left university and needed to earn a living. The two needs came together to form Nikwax. A business which at first produced waterproofing wax for leather mountain boots. Although focused on a small product category in the outdoor industry, minimising the environmental impact of every aspect of producing Nikwax was already an important concern. So Nikwax was the first water-based garment waterproofing product to effectively replace aerosols and designed to be used in a washing machine, so easy and safe to use. As outdoor people who want to improve people’s comfort and enjoyment of the natural world, we also realise it’s important to protect what we all enjoy. A key part of our philosophy is to measure and understand our footprint so we can hold ourselves to account. From our CO2 emissions to the chemicals we use to make our products, we want to know what we’re putting out there and what the impact is likely to be. Nikwax applies a scientific approach that combines understanding, measurement and continuous improvement.
In 2007 Nikwax decided to carbon balance operational emissions by protecting and replanting tropical rainforest, in partnership with the World Land Trust. At the same time, we decided to offset our historical emissions, going back to day one in 1977. We achieved this commitment and will annually offset our operational emissions into the future, to help combat climate change. The forest Nikwax restores removes CO2 from the atmosphere and also protects species in some of the most biodiverse and threatened areas in the world. Environmental protection has always been a specific business objective and a core brand value, in 1977 this was positively radical. Our continued commitment to reduce our environmental impact means we will always do more, which is why we have committed to plastic reduction. We have always ensured that Nikwax bottles are fully recyclable, and by the end of 2020, one hundred percent of our bottles will be made from post-consumer recycled plastic.
NIKWAX INNOVATIONS – MORE THAN WATERPROOFING THE FIRST non-softening waterproofing wax for leather mountain boots, improving comfort, performance and active life for the wearer. THE FIRST water-based waterproofing for clothing that can be used in a washing machine, helping people maintain their outdoor clothing and gear at home easily and safely. THE ONLY outdoor company to manufacture an entire range of water-based products that don’t contain aerosols. THE FIRST and only outdoor company to have been awarded the Queen’s Award for sustainable innovation. THE ONLY company to develop PFC-free hydrophobic down that can withstand a 1000+ minutes IDFB 18A shake test, making it 60 times more water resistant than standard down and extending the range of conditions where people are able to use their down clothing and gear. THE FIRST company to use PFC-free chemicals in its entire range of products.
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CLEANING & WATERPROOFING CLOTHING AND GEAR
CLEANING & WATERPROOFING CLOTHING, GEAR AND TENTS
Tech Wash®
Leather Cleaner
Down Wash Direct®
Softshell Proof™
Polar Proof®
Cotton Proof
Cleaner for all waterproof breathable gear. • Offers superior cleaning, even at 30°C. • Proven to revitalise water repellency and breathability.
Cleaner for leather gear. • Safely revitalises water-repellency. • Maintains breathability.
Cleaner for hydrophobic and regular down gear. • Cleans effectively. • Revitalises loft and insulating properties. • Restores water repellency without damaging the down’s delicate structure.
Waterproofer for softshell garments. • Easy and quick to apply at home in a washing machine or by spraying on. • Maintains breathability. • Develops full water repellency without tumble drying.
Waterproofer for fleece garments. • Adds durable water repellency. • Maintains the breathability of fleece. • Inhibits pilling of the fleece fabric, prolonging its useable life. • Safe and easy to use in a washing machine.
Waterproofer for cotton, polycotton and canvas gear. • Adds durable water repellency. • Prevents water absorption and therefore reduces weight gain. • Maintains breathability.
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CODE 182 181 183 185 184 Travel Gel®
VOLUME 100ml 300ml 1l 5l 100ml
PACK 12 12 6 1 12
CODE 481
VOLUME 300ml
PACK 12
CODE 1K2 1K1 1K3
VOLUME 100ml 300ml 1l
PACK 12 12 6
CODE 451 (Wash-in) 453 (Wash-in) 455 (Wash-in) 441 (Spray-On)
VOLUME 300ml 1l 5l 300ml
PACK 12 6 1 12
CODE 2G0 2G1 2G2** 2G3
VOLUME 50ml 300ml 100ml 1l
PACK 24 12 12 6
**For Asia and USA only.
Volume Guide
Leather Restorer
Down Proof
Tent & Gear SolarWash
Tent & Gear SolarProof®
Waterproofer for wet weather gear. • Easy and quick to apply at home in a washing machine or spray-on. • Maintains breathability. • Develops full water repellency without tumble drying.
Waterproofer for smooth leather gear. • Conditions and softens leather. • Convenient and quick to apply to wet and dry surfaces.
Waterproofer for down-filled gear. • Protects the insulating properties of down from wet and damp conditions. • Maintains breathability.
Cleaner & UV blocker for all weatherproof textiles. • Doubles the life of tents just by cleaning. • Increases the fabric’s resistance to UV light. • Revitalises water-repellency.
Waterproofer and UV blocker for all synthetic weatherproof textiles. • Provides superior waterproofing. • Can double the useful life of fabrics by protecting against UV damage. • Available in spray-on and concentrated versions.
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VOLUME 50ml 300ml 100ml 1l
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TX.Direct®
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CODE 2H0 2H1 2H2** 2H3
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PACK 12 12 12 6
150ml Pouch - Concentrated Dilute to 500ml Cover 10m2 1L - Concentrated Dilute to 3.5L
Cover 70m2
5L - Concentrated Dilute to 17L
Cover 350m2
500ml - Ready To Use Cover 10m2 2.5L - Ready To Use
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Cover 50m2
Garments with waterproof, breathable fabrics.
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Dilution ratio = 1:2.5
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Garments with wicking or absorbent liners.
VOLUME 100ml 300ml 1l 5l 300ml 500ml 1l 5l
PACK 12 12 6 1 12 12 6 1
CODE 491
VOLUME 300ml
PACK 12 6 1
VOLUME 500ml 2.5l
PACK 12 1
CODE 3B2 (Concentrated) 3B3 (Concentrated) 3B5* (Concentrated) 3A2 (Spray-On) 3A6 (Spray-On)
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VOLUME 150ml 1l 5l 500ml 2.5l
PACK 12 6 1 12 1
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CODE 1L2 1L4
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VOLUME 300ml 1l 5l
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CODE 241 243 245*
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CODE 252 251 253 255 571 (Spray-On) 572 (Spray-On) 573 (Spray-On) 575* (Spray-On)
B O N (PFC)
Nikwax has never used PFCs in any of its products
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CLEANING & WATERPROOFING FOOTWEAR
CLEANING & WATERPROOFING EQUIPMENT AND EQUESTRIAN
Footwear Cleaning Gel
Fabric & Leather Proof
Nubuck & Suede Proof
Glove Proof
Visor Proof
Ski Skin Proof
Cleaner for waterproof footwear. • Safely revitalises water repellency. • Maintains breathability. • Great for cleaning all types of footwear, including those with GORE-TEX® membranes.
Waterproofer for fabric and leather footwear. • Exceptional waterproofing whilst maintaining breathability. • Easy and fast to apply to wet or dry material.
Waterproofer for nubuck and suede footwear. • Exceptional waterproofing whilst maintaining breathability. • Easy and fast to apply to wet or dry material.
Waterproofer for leather, fabric, combination or padded gloves. • Maintains grip and breathability. • Adds water repellency, revives breathability and maintains palm grip. • Enhances the performance of your gloves, keeping your hands warmer and drier.
Spray-on rain repellent for visors and goggles. • Enhances clear vision by shedding water. • Easy to apply – can be used indoors unlike solvent sprays.
Waterproofer for ski skins. • Stops saturation and prevents ice build-up on fibres. • Reduces kick and improves glide.
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CODE 821 (Brush-On) 821 (Brush-On) 824 (Spray-On)
VOLUME 125ml 125ml 300ml
PACK 12 24 12
CODE 791 (Sponge-On) 791 (Sponge-On) 793 (Sponge-On) 795* (Sponge-On) 792 (Spray-On) 792 (Spray-On) 794 (Spray-On)
VOLUME 125ml 125ml 1l 5l 125ml 125ml 300ml
PACK 12 24 6 1 12 24 12
CODE 771 (Sponge-On) 771 (Sponge-On) 773 (Sponge-On) 772 (Spray-On) 772 (Spray-On) 775* (Spray-On)
VOLUME 125ml 125ml 1l 125ml 125ml 5l
PACK 12 24 6 12 24 1
CODE 531
VOLUME 125ml
PACK 12
CODE 872 872
VOLUME 125ml 125ml
PACK 12 24
CODE 591 591
VOLUME 125ml 125ml
PACK 12 24
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Waterproofing Wax for Leather
Waterproofing Wax for Leather Liquid
Wax Cotton Proof
Softening and waterproofing conditioner for smooth leather. • Easy and fast to apply to wet or dry leather. • Improves flexibility of stiff leather footwear.
Cream waterproofer for smooth leather. • Provides immediate protection to wet or dry leather. • Maintains breathability.
Liquid waterproofer for smooth leather. • Exceptional waterproofing whilst maintaining support and breathability. • Easy and fast to apply to wet or dry leather.
Waterproofer for wax cotton garments. • Restores the wax finish. • Convenient and quick to apply to wet items only, laid on a flat clean surface.
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VOLUME 125ml 125ml 5l
PACK 12 24 1
VOLUME 60ml 100ml 60ml 100ml
Proofer for animal rugs and coats • Develops full water repellency without tumble drying.
Waterproofer for ropes. • Helps maintain the handling characteristics of ropes. • Minimises weight gain in wet and damp conditions.
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CODE 643 645*
VOLUME 300ml 5l
PACK 12 1
CODE 163 165* 167*
*Professional use only – commercial dosage available on request. Not for repackaging and onward sale.
VOLUME 1l 5l 25l
PACK 6 1 1
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CODE 273 275 277*
VOLUME 1l 5l 25l
PACK 6 1 1
CODE 373 375
VOLUME 1l 5l
PACK 6 1
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PACK 12 24 1 12 24 12 24
Cleaner for animal rugs and coats. • Revitalises insulation and breathability.
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VOLUME 125ml 125ml 5l 125ml 125ml 125ml 125ml
Rope Proof
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CODE 751 (Neutral) 751 (Neutral) 755* (Neutral) 731 (Black) 731 (Black) 741 (Brown) 741 (Brown)
Rug Proof™
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CODE 4A0 (Neutral) 4A2 (Neutral) 4B0 (Black) 4B2 (Black)
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CODE 861 861 865*
Rug Wash
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Conditioner for Leather
B O N (PFC)
Nikwax has never used PFCs in any of its products
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CLEANING & CONDITIONING BASE LAYERS, SPORTS CLOTHING AND FOOTWEAR
NIKWAX POINT OF SALE
Basewash™
Shoe Brush
Wool Wash™
BaseFresh®
Cleans and deodorises technical synthetic items worn next to the skin. • Removes residual odours. • Inhibits the new build-up of odours. • Accelerates drying and improves cooling efficiency.
Cleans, softens and freshens technical woollen items worn next to the skin. • Removes residual odours. • Makes wool dry faster and removes sweat, boosting comfort and performance. • Inhibits the new build-up of odours.
Highly effective conditioner that freshens, softens and deodorises base layers worn next to the skin. • Inhibits the build-up of body odours. • Accelerates drying and improves cooling efficiency. • Use with regular detergent to condition woollen and synthetic base layers.
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CODE 141 143 145* 144 (Travel Gel)
VOL 300ml 1l 5l 100ml
PACK 12 6 1 12
CODE 131 133 135* 134 (Travel Gel)
VOL 300ml 1l 5l 100ml
PACK 12 6 1 12
CODE 1F1 1F3 1F5*
VOL 300ml 1l 5l
PACK 12 6 1
Sandal & Sports Shoe Wash™ Cleans and deodorises all non-waterproof footwear, insoles and footbeds. • Inhibits the new build-up of odours and keeps it smelling fresh. • Suitable for all types of next-to-skin shoes such as trainers, sandals, flip-flops and climbing shoes as well as insoles and foot beds made of synthetic fabric and/or leather materials. • Extends the useful life of treated items.
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CODE 438
Suede Brush
PACK 12
CODE 437
PACK 12
Trek Towel
Beach Towel
100cm x 70cm
143cm x 73cm
CODE 964
PACK 6
CODE 965
PACK 6
VOL PACK 125ml 12 125ml 24 How to use:
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TWIN PACKS FOR CLOTHING AND FOOTWEAR
Cleaner for all outdoor footwear and waterproofer for mixed fabric and leather footwear. • Cleans all types of water-repellent footwear, including those with GORE-TEX® membranes. • Waterproofs any fabric, leather combination footwear.
clean and waterproof your gear. • Easy and quick to apply at home in a washing machine. • Maintains breathability. • Develops full water repellency without the need for tumble drying.
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Tech Wash® & Softshell® Proof
Tech Wash® & Polar Proof®
The easy and quick way to clean and waterproof your softshell garments. • Maintains breathability. • Develops full water repellency without the need for tumble drying.
The easy and quick way to clean and add water repellency to your fleece. • Adds water repellency to fleece items. • Reduces weight gain and prevents piling. • Maintains breathability and insulation.
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CODE 0179
VOL 300ml x2
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PACK 6
CODE 0105 0103 0137
VOL Single Dose x2 300ml x2 1l x2
PACK 6 6 3
PACK 6
W:27cm x H:50cm
SIZE 300 ml 300 ml
QUANTITY 6 6
Nikwax Floor Display Light C
Nikwax Counter Display Light B
.W_FLOOR_LIGHT_C
.W_COUNTER_LIGHT_B
1 2 3 4 5 6
SIZE QUANTITY 125 ml 28 300 ml 21 300 ml 21 300 ml Spray 21 500 ml 15 1L 10
Layer 1 Layer 2
SIZE 125 ml 125 ml
QUANTITY 9 9
W:27cm x H:50cm
SIZE 125 ml 125 ml
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W:27cm x H:41.5cm
QUANTITY 9 9
Three styles of each stand available. Please contact Nikwax Sales for more info.
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Nikwax Slat Wall Light B
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Footwear Cleaning Tech Wash® Gel & Fabric & & TX.Direct® The ‘effective’ way to thoroughly Leather Proof
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Nikwax has never used PFCs in any of its products
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Sandal & Sports Shoe Wash
Fabric & Leather Proof
Nubuck & Suede Proof
Waterproofing Wax for Leather
Conditioner for leather
Cotton Proof
Down Wash Direct
Down Proof
Tent & Gear SolarWash
Conditioner
TX.Direct
Cleaner Waterproofer
Footwear Cleaning Gel
FOOTWEAR
Tech Wash
CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES
Fabric & leather
Visor Proof
Glove Proof
Leather Restorer
Leather Cleaner
BaseFresh
Wool Wash
BaseWash
Wax Cotton Proof
Down Proof
Down Wash Direct
Polar Proof
Cotton Proof
SoftShell Proof *
Conditioner
TX.Direct *
Cleaner Waterproofer
Tech Wash
Nubuck/suede Smooth leather Sandals Running shoes
Waterproof
Climbing shoes
Windproof
Everyday shoes
Softshell Fleece
EQUIPMENT
Cotton & polycotton Down
Leather Restorer
Leather Cleaner
Rug Proof
Rug Wash
Rope Proof
Conditioner Wax cotton
Ski Skin Proof
Cleaner Waterproofer
Synthetic base layer
Tent & Gear SolarProof
Wool base layers
Synthetic sleeping bags
Motorcycle leathers
Down sleeping bags
Gloves (except fleece)
Cotton, polycotton & canvas tents
Fleece gloves
Synthetic tents & awnings
Motorcycle visors & ski goggles * Use Wash-In for garments with waterproof, breathable fabrics and Spray-On for items with wicking or absorbent liners.
Synthetic rucksacks, camera bags & panniers Ski Skins Rope Horse Rugs WAT ER
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Saddles and tack
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THE NIKWAX PHILOSOPHY Nikwax approach is more than waterproofing. We believe caring for the environment is important in everything we do. Here’s how:
CARBON BALANCED
SUPPORTING CONSERVATION
CONSUMPTION REDUCTION
An entirely water-based, PFC-Free, aerosol-free, high performance product range.
The only outdoor company to have offset its entire 40+ years of operations.
We support organisations like EOCA to protect wildlife and natural habitats for generations to come.
Nikwax prolongs the life of your gear, helping to reduce environmental pollution, minimise waste and save you money.
General queries
Sales queries
Nikwax Ltd Unit F, Durgates Industrial Estate Wadhurst East Sussex TN5 6DF England
Nikwax Ltd Unit F, Durgates Industrial Estate Wadhurst East Sussex TN5 6DF England
T: +44 (0)1892 786400 E: info@nikwax.co.uk
T: +44 (0)1892 786410 E: sales@nikwax.co.uk
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