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Nikwax Nubuck & Suede Proof

Hiking & Camping > Water ProofingRated: ***** by 8 reviews.

Rock/Creek Outfitters

Formulated without wax in order to preserve the look (color & texture) of nubuck, suede contains added conditioners (tanning agents for maintaining leather). It provides maximum waterproofing with minimum change to the appearance and texture of nubuck, suede and split leathers. The application is preferentially drawn to areas that need it most since those are the areas that soak up the most water. May slightly darken light colored leathers, test on hidden are first.

Features:

  • Can be applied to wet or dry leather because it is water-based -- no need to dry boots before treating them -- a major advantage in a backpacking situation
  • Can flex and move with fabric and leather fibers, withstanding several washings and remaining effective whereas the competitors must be re-applied after each wash
  • Coats leather fibers with a network of elastic TX.10 water-repellent molecules -- bonding to anything that is not water-repellent, but leaving the spaces between fibers open and breathable
  • Contains tanning agents that will extend the life of leather
  • Easy to apply -- has an attached applicator brush
  • May darken leather and wax down suede or nubuck leathers
  • Nine years ago, Nick Brown the inventor of Nikwax, developed and patented the Nikwax TX.10 water-repellent elastomer -- based on EVA, the same material found in the flexible soles of footwear
  • Prevents dirt from sticking to the leather
  • Safe to use on boots with waterproof/breathable linings (Gore-Tex®, Sympatex®, etc.) as well as "waterproof" leathers
  • The patent also involves altering the molecular structure of mineral wax, which is typically brittle, strengthening the molecule making it very elastic and resilient
  • Virtually impossible to over-dose leather because it coats the fibers and once coated they will not absorb anymore
  • Waterproofs and conditions without over-softening
  • Will not change the fit or support of footwear

Massey's Outfitters

Waterproofs, maintains support and breathability. 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, 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. 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.

SummitHut.com

Maintaining the water repellency of your footwear is important not just to keep your feet dry, but to keep boots cleaner and maintain the leather's suppleness for improved durability. Nikwax Leather treatments waterproof with flexible long-lasting polymers and condition with tanning agents without over-softening or changing the fit, support or breathability of footwear.

Features:

  • A water-based treatment that waterproofs while maintaining color and texture
  • Can be applied to wet or dry footwear
  • For nubuck or suede leather footwear
  • Includes "in-lid" applicator brush
  • Safe for footwear with waterproof/breathable linings

Appalachain Outdoors

A combination of mineral waxes, flexible polymers and tanning agents condition and protect leather without over-softening or changing the fit. New formulation is 30% more durable for longer time between reapplications. Easy to apply--use on either wet or dry footwear. To use: clean boots; apply with included spray pump to damp boots, wipe off excess, allow to dry away from direct heat; re-apply as needed. May slightly darken leathers--test on inconspicuous spot before application.


Ramsey Outdoor

Provides maximum waterproofing with little or no change to appearance or texture of leather. Long-lasting waterproofing that conditions without softening. Water-based formulation is preferentially drawn to areas that need it most. Breathable treatment is safe to use on footwear with waterproof breathable linings and waterproof leathers. For best results, apply to damp leather to treat the areas that water would enter. 4.2 oz


Marmot Mountain

Breathable treatment is safe to use on footwear with waterproof breathable linings and waterproof leathers. Provides maximum waterproofing with little or no change to appearance or texture of leather. Long-lasting waterproofing that conditions without softening. Water-based formulation is preferentially drawn to areas that need it most. For best results, apply to damp leather to treat the areas that water would enter.


Campsaver.com

Spray-on waterproofing for nubuck and suede leathers. Maintains texture of leather.


Moosejaw

No description provided.

Size:4.2 oz.

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These are products that have been indicated being comparable to this product:

Nikwax Aqueous WaxNikwax Aqueous Wax
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$6.95 - $9.75
Nikwax Cleaning GelNikwax Cleaning Gel
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$8.15 - $22.00
Nikwax Fabric/Leather TreatmentNikwax Fabric/Leather Treatment
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$7.50 - $8.50
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Option Availability:

Use this chart to find which retailer offers this product in the size, color or other options that you desire. Click on the price to purchase.

SizeColor
Spray On
Spray On
O / SN/A
4 fl oz  9.18
4.212.65 12.65
4.2oz  9.99
N/A 9.95 

Legend

  •     - Appalachain Outdoors
  •     - Massey's Outfitters
  •     - Moosejaw
  •     - Campsaver.com

Notes:

Ramsey Outdoor offers this product at $6.95, but does not provide any color/size information.

Rock/Creek Outfitters offers this product at $7.50, but does not provide any color/size information.

Marmot Mountain offers this product at $8.00, but does not provide any color/size information.

SummitHut.com offers this product at $8.15, but does not provide any color/size information.

Nikwax Nubuck & Suede Proof Reviews Summary:

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Reviews:

"Highly recommended!"

Rating:*****
I have the Scarpa Mustang boots. I treated the boots before I went on my last trip. They worked flawlessly. My feet stayed dry even when walking through several streams. The product is water based so it didn't screw up the look of the suede which is nice. Furthermore, it is ideal for goretex boots, it doesn't effect the breathability which in my opinion is crucial! Also the technology of the product getting to and through the needle hole and seems is solid.
Sam at Moosejaw on 02/18/2008

"Hope it does for my boots what it did for my floor!"

Rating:*****
Wow, this stuff is amazing. I dripped just a little on an old vinyl floor while I was spraying two pairs of boots. Wiped it up right away, but the area I wiped is slicker than a skating rink. It's really pretty cool and I don't doubt that it's going to help keep my new boots dry and looking good.
Diana at Moosejaw on 07/05/2009

"Recommended, however beware of potential discoloration!"

Rating:*****
We purchaed the spray applicator style instead of the sponge applicator because of concerns about the product darkening the tan color of my boots. It is much easier to control product quantity with spray. NO PROBLEMS. No noticeable color change. Water is beading off my boots like water off a ducks back!
Dan at Moosejaw on 11/23/2007

"Great alternative to oil based products"

Rating:*****
This is a a nice improvement to the oil based alternatives I've used on my boots in the past. The oil based products always seem to be a dirt and dust magnet. This stuff does the job without leaving the oily residue.
Mike at Moosejaw on 09/20/2007

"Highly recommended!"

Rating:*****
Amazing product! Goes on easily and really works. It kept my suede boots looking like new after trudging through the salty, snowy mess of weather we've been having.
Sheila at Moosejaw on 02/28/2007

"so far so good"

Rating:****
so far so good... i just used it last week and i haven't encountered any excessive wetness on my boots yet. but they have stayed dry thus far.
Michele at Moosejaw on 12/24/2005

"treat your shoes or boots with it"

Rating:****
It helps to repel the water well.
Qing at Moosejaw on 06/27/2008

"Does what it says it does."

Rating:****
Goes on easy and works.
Tim at Moosejaw on 08/23/2007