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Sponge-on waterproofing / Spray-on waterproofing

Waterproofs, maintains support and breathability



Benefits of using this product
  • Adds water repellency
  • Prolongs life and performance of all nubuck or suede footwear
  • Maintains breathability
  • Ideal for footwear with breathable linings e.g. Gore-Tex
  • Can be used on wet footwear
  • Easy to apply - available in spray-on or sponge-on formats. Can be used indoors unlike solvent based sprays
  • WaterBased - environmentally friendly, biodegradable, non flammable, non hazardous
  • Does not contain fluorocarbons


Ideal for
  • All nubuck and suede footwear (work, fashion, leisure and sports)
  • Safe to use on footwear with breathable membranes e.g. Gore-Tex, SympaTex, eVENT etc


How to apply

By sponge

  1. Brush off dirt with a damp cloth / clean footwear with Nikwax Footwear Cleaning Gel
  2. Press sponge applicator on Nubuck & Suede Proof to break seal
  3. Apply generously to wet footwear
  4. After 2-3 minutes, wipe away surplus with a clean cloth and allow to dry before use.


By spray

  1. Brush off dirt with a damp cloth / clean footwear with Nikwax Footwear Cleaning Gel
  2. Spray proofer evenly to outside of footwear
  3. After 2-3 minutes, wipe away surface with a clean cloth and allow to dry before use.


Note:

  • For light coloured leather always test on a hidden area first.
  • To maintain the original surface texture, brush with a fine suede brush when the leather is dry.
  • To dry never place in a confined hot area, near radiators and open fires and make sure to put newspaper in the toes of the footwear to maintain shape and remove moisture from the inside while drying.


When to use this product
Always apply this product to used footwear to keep them in perfect condition. Use Nikwax Footwear Cleaning Gel before waterproofing footwear and to maintain reproofed items regularly clean with Nikwax Footwear Cleaning Gel


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