Waterproofing a tablecloth |
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| We have an old beautiful white tablecloth that got stained. With a lot of work we got the stains out and then wanted to be able to use the tablecloth without having is stain so easily. So I treated the tablecloth with TechWash to be sure it was ready to receive the Cotton Proof. The test went well with the hand wash test, except I forgot to use gloves and it was tough on my hands, so the next day I treated the tablecloth in the washing machine, first with the Techwash followed by dumping in the saved water from the Cotton Proof step of the test tablecloth plus an extra amount(I used 150 ml for the test so what was left in the tub - about 1.5 gal- was put into the Tumble Washer with another 150 ml for two antique tablecloths). There were no discolorations on the tablecloths and they ironed well. Water beads up on the cloth, so that is good. What I don't know yet is how well they will hold up at the next dinner party with the inevitable spills of wine and food, but it has to be better than nothing where they will surly receive a difficult stain. |
| David A Smith at Altrec on 02/26/2010 |
Surprising results |
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| This was my first year sewing outerwear and waterproofing, or at least water resistance, is a necessity. I used the product on heavy cotton twill, denim and canvas coats - all with good results being reported. The canvas was black so while there were initially white streaks left by this product, they appear to have faded or rubbed off after a little handling (it hasn't been worn yet so I believe the residue came off easily). The kids have been out in the rain and mud a few times now with their coats and no complaints thus far. It was difficult finding a product such as this for cotton fabrics and I'm glad it is working so well. I say this is a good purchase for the buck considering how difficult it is to find/order natural fiber waterproofing. |
| Anonymous at Altrec on 11/07/2006 |
Easy to do , leaving clothing soft and water beading on it. |
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| Directions were clear. My daughter and I are gong to Iceland and have been told we should have waterproof clothes since when it rains it is also windy. We waterproofed two pair of cotton pants each. It appears that the water beads nicely on them and they feel very soft. We look forward to staying dry on our trip! Sallie Nealand |
| Sallie Nealand at Altrec on 08/14/2006 |
very good so far |
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| The application was easy. We mixed the Nikwax with the recommended amount of water and painted the solution on an untreated canvas fabric. So far the product has worked very well. There was a slight chalk like residue once the waterproofing had dried. But, other than this minor byproduct, the product seems to work as advertised. |
| Anonymous at Altrec on 04/27/2004 |
It's like having a new coat |
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| I have a great raincoat I bought in Paris. I found out during the winter in Seattle it was not waterproof. I used Nikwax cotton proof on it at 2/3 strength, and it's like having a new raincoat. I don't usually sound like an ad for a product, but this stuff is great! |
| Anonymous at Altrec on 06/20/2004 |
Great Product |
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| I followed the instructions and the product works as expected. TIPS: instead of washing and draining the solution in a washing machine, I saved the solution (right after it was drained from the washing machine) for reuse on the second batch! Think recycle, folks! Isn't that great? |
| quanfo at Altrec on 06/01/2005 |
Wonderful product! |
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| I live on a River Yacht and use this to water proof the upper decks canvas. I follow the directions for the washer and have not had any problems with the product and the results are fantastic. I have recomended it to several other boaters. |
| Chris Holmes at Altrec on 05/12/2008 |
Great Stuff! |
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| Use this on an old, comfortable, cotton jacket. Wear the jacket when they tell you it might rain. Look cool (no overkill raincoat) if it doesn't rain, stay warm and dry if it does. The old jacket becomes your "stealth" rain gear. |
| Lew Stedman at Altrec on 03/27/2006 |
A great way to waterproof those winter parkas |
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| Many winter parkas have an exterior of cotton that is fine for snow only, but when the weather warms the snow melts and soaks that fine parka. Nikwax eliminates that problem in a very simple way. |
| Dale Tillman at Altrec on 03/17/2007 |
Great product! |
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| I used this on my old shoes, shirts, and hats. Basically, it works! Especially, this is useful to make your hats and caps resistant to water. |
| bj at Altrec on 05/19/2006 |
