
Best selling Laundry detergent + Fabric care from Nikwax
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1. Nikwax tech wash
The safest way to thoroughly clean your waterproof clothing while refreshing its water repellency and breathability. Powerful cleaning without compromising the water-repellent properties. Optimal preparation for subsequent impregnation with Nikwax for the best results. Suitable for all types of waterproof clothing. Removes water-attracting dirt and detergent residues. Easy to use in the washing machine, even at 30°C.
Application instructions: Max. 2 garments per wash cycle. Dosage: 100 ml for soft water, 150 ml for hard water. Wash according to the care label of the garment.
Pro
- Ultra clean
- Sports jackets are like new again
- Pleasant odour
Contra
- Very expensive for 2-3 washes
- 150 ml per load of laundry. A 300 ml bottle is quickly used up

2. Nikwax Down Wash Direct
The first care product specifically designed for cleaning and optimizing the thermal performance of both regular and hydrophobic down. Down Wash Direct effectively cleans, refreshes the water-repellent properties, and simultaneously revitalizes the loft and insulating qualities of the down filling.
Pro
- Price is justified
- Good consistency
- Take good care of the down
Contra
- Puffiness is gone after one wear
- Bottle imprint not legible

3. Nikwax Wash-in
Increases the durability and optimizes the performance of outdoor equipment. Easy, quick application at home in the washing machine. Full impregnation performance without activation in the dryer. Free from fluorocarbons, propellants, and solvents.
Pro
- Impregnates well
- Good impregnation
- Easy to use
Contra
- Unfortunately, I don't know of any good/cheap alternatives.
- Only a maximum of two items can be washed at the same time.

4. Nikwax Polar Proof
The user-friendly, safe, and powerful water repellent for fleece offers lasting protection against water, reduces weight, and maintains the breathability and insulation of fleece in wet weather.

5. Nikwax Wool Wash
Improves moisture transport and keeps wool soft. The mild detergent Wool Wash by Nikwax is ideal for base layers and socks made of wool and wool blends. Wool Wash cleans, makes the material nice and soft and fresh, and enhances moisture transport.
Pro
- No heat exchangers
- does not contain enzymes

Nikwax Wool Wash
50 Washing cycles, Liquid
6. Nikwax cotton proof
The easy-to-use, safe, and powerful wash-in impregnation for cotton, canvas, and polycotton has a long-lasting water-repellent effect. It reduces weight gain and maintains the breathability of these materials in wet weather.

7. Nikwax TX. Direct
Breathable, waterproof clothing can become quickly soaked from the inside under damp and wet conditions. When the outer fabric absorbs water, the clothing can lose up to 70% of its breathability. The durable water repellent (DWR) feature of your jacket's outer fabric must be maintained to ensure wearing comfort. Once the effectiveness diminishes, it can be renewed with Nikwax TX.Direct®. Nikwax TX.Direct® Spray-On is easy and quick to apply, and its high-grade durable water repellent (DWR) property forms during air drying. Tumble drying becomes unnecessary, saving energy and protecting delicate, older clothing from heat. Nikwax TX.Direct® Spray-On has been specifically developed and optimized for breathable, waterproof clothing. It leaves a flexible, water-repellent layer on individual fibers, allowing moisture to evaporate while maintaining breathability. The spray treatment allows for targeted application on high-wear areas (e.g., elbows and jacket seams) without compromising the moisture-wicking properties of the inner lining.
Pro
- does not stink for weeks
- Good water protection

8. Nikwax TX Direct
The TX Direct Waterproofing Spray from Nikwax is a specially developed treatment for clothing with weatherproof membranes. This product offers an effective solution for renewing the water-repellent effect and enhancing the breathability of softshell garments. The water-based formula is environmentally friendly and allows for easy application by being added to the washing machine. With a volume of 1 liter, this care product is ideal for the regular maintenance of synthetic textiles to preserve their functionality and protection against moisture. The TX Direct Waterproofing Spray is an essential product for anyone looking to keep their outdoor clothing in optimal condition.
- Renews the water-repellent effect of membrane clothing
- Improves the breathability of softshell materials
- Water-based, environmentally friendly formula
- Suitable for synthetic textiles and clothing with weatherproof membranes.

9. Nikwax Down Proof
Easy to use, safe, and powerful: Washable impregnation for down-filled clothing and gear. Provides long-lasting water repellency, reduces weight, and maintains the insulation and breathability of down items in cold and damp conditions.
Pro
- Easy to use
- Does not stick to down
- Down jackets become water-repellent
Contra
- Only for 2x washing
- Bottle imprint not legible

10. Nikwax base fresh
Deodorizing care products for functional underwear and moisture-wicking clothing that is worn directly on the skin.
