Waterproof and breathable footwear only works properly when the outer layer doesn't absorb water. As soon as the outer material or leather becomes soaked, breathability can decrease dramatically - moisture is trapped inside, feet become damp and cool down faster. This is exactly where Nikwax Footwear Cleaning Gel comes in: it removes the dirt that attracts water and reactivates the existing DWR layer, causing the water to form droplets again and flow down the surface.<\/p>\n
Especially with active use - hiking, mountaineering, working outdoors or simply walking in the rain - dirt particles accumulate in the shoes, which absorb water and reduce the effectiveness of the impregnation. Regular cleaning with the right product is therefore essential. Conventional shoe detergents often leave hydrophilic residues that cause the opposite effect. Nikwax Footwear Cleaning Gel has been developed precisely to clean waterproof and breathable footwear effectively and gently, without leaving residues that impair performance.<\/p>\n
Another great advantage: it's not always necessary to waterproof again after each cleaning. In many cases, cleaning with Nikwax Footwear Cleaning Gel is enough to restore water repellency. Only when water no longer forms droplets on the surface is it recommended to apply a suitable Nikwax waterproofing agent.<\/p>\n
\ud83e\udd7e Specialised detergent for waterproof outdoor and trekking shoes<\/p>\n
Reactivates the DWR water repellent layer<\/p>\n
\ud83c\udf2c\ufe0f Restores breathability to shoes with membrane<\/p>\n
\ud83e\uddfd Simple manual application with brush or sponge<\/p>\n
\ud83d\udd2c Suitable for Gore-Tex\u00ae, eVent\u00ae and all waterproof materials<\/p>\n
\ud83c\udf31 PFAS-free, water-based and biodegradable<\/p>\n
\ud83d\udd25 Non-flammable and safe to use<\/p>\n
\ud83e\uddf4 Content: 125 ml<\/p>\n
\ud83e\uddea Application: Manual cleaning (Brush-On)<\/p>\n
\ud83e\udd7e Area of use: All waterproof footwear (textile and leather)<\/p>\n
Environment: Water-based, biodegradable, without palm oil of non-sustainable origin<\/p>\n
\ud83e\uddfc Function: Removes dirt, revitalises DWR and maintains breathability<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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