{"product_id":"alpkit-eco-twin-75ml","title":"Alpkit Eco Twin 75ML","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur wash and reproofing kit makes it both easy and convenient to keep your outdoor clothing working at its best.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou should not be washing your outdoor clothing with your standard supermarket laundry detergent. These detergents can break down the coatings that keep your garment waterproof and breathable.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith the Alpkit Wash and Apparel Proofer kit you can save time, energy and water by combining the wash and reproofer in the same wash. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWithin this kit, you get all you need to care for your outdoor clothing. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy we need to wash and reproof our outdoor garments\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe outdoor industry has rejected the harmful chemicals that used to be applied to outdoor clothing. Newer, more environmentally friendly coatings are not yet quite as durable as the old formulas so we all need to wash and reproof our garments more regularly. While this is especially important for waterproof clothing, all technical outdoor clothing will benefit from Alpkit Apparel Wash and Reproofer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy washing is good for your outdoor clothing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWaterproof garments have a waterproof and breathable membrane. If the microscopic pores get dirty and clogged up, breathability is reduced.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey also have a special coating (known as DWR) that prevents the outer surface from absorbing water (wetting out). Preventing the fabric from wetting out is key to maximising breathability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe DWR performance can be reduced by dirt, sweat, grease, washing powder and general use. Therefore keeping the garment clean ensures that it performs as intended.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy reproofing is good for your outdoor clothing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReproofing revitalises the DWR coating close to its original performance. This prevents water from wetting out the fabric surface and increases breathability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe easiest time to do this is when you wash it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is very easy to check if an item requires a little extra DWR. Spray water on the surface of the garment, and if this beads up the DWR is working geat. If it clings to the surface or dampens the surface (the colour darkens) then an additional wash cycle with proofer would be worthwhile.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis kit contains\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e75 ml Cleaner solution\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e75 ml Proofer solution\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA single wash and proof cycle requires a mix of 75ml Cleaner + 75ml Proofer. This kit is enough for a single wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"open","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39969230585961,"sku":"ACETW75","price":6.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0253\/1626\/1993\/files\/alpkit-eco-twin-75ml.jpg?v=1697552453","url":"https:\/\/alpkit.live\/products\/alpkit-eco-twin-75ml","provider":"Alpkit","version":"1.0","type":"link"}