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Nikwax Waterproofing Wax for Leather Liquid Wax for Leather 125 ml
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Liquid Waterproofing Wax for Leather Nikwax Waterproofing Wax for Leather, provides immediate waterproofing to leather footwear, maintaining breathability.
The Nikwax Waterproofing Wax for Leather Liquid Waterproofing Wax for Leather is an aqueous wax specially designed to apply to leather footwear and provide it with Durable Water Repellency (DWR) instantly, maintaining protection and breathability and can be applied on the wet or dry skin.
Leather is a resistant and breathable material that offers great support for the feet, making it perfect for making footwear. Wearing leather boots in the field protects the feet and ankles from injury, while preventing the feet from getting wet when there is moisture. However, the lack of water repellency can impair these functions. If water penetrates the skin, it becomes rigid and reduces the breathability of the footwear, causing the feet to get wet due to condensation. That is why it is important that footwear maintains Durable Water Repellency (DWR).
New leather boots have a water-repellent layer, but this is lost with use, so it is essential to restore the Durable Water Repellency (DWR) of the footwear with Nikwax Waterproofing Leather Wax. .
This wax is very easy to apply and achieves its water repellency effect immediately, thus preventing the skin from absorbing water and maintaining its breathability. In addition, it replenishes the tanning agents that maintain the structure and support of the shoe leather, which are also lost when the leather gets wet.
If the footwear is dirty it can cause water to be absorbed , so it must first be cleaned with Nikwax Gel for Footwear , and in the case Whether the shoe is new or has recently been waterproofed, cleaning is enough to restore Durable Water Repellency (DWR).
However, with the use of footwear over time, the water repellency is lost, so after cleaning with Nikwax Gel for Footwear, it is necessary to apply the Waterproofing Wax for Skin from Nikwax to return to replace protection against water. This wax can be applied without the footwear drying out.
There are other waterproofing products on the market but they can reduce or eliminate the breathability of footwear, causing the feet to get wet due to condensation. There are also products that can be harmful to the health of the user and the environment, such as those that use fluorocarbons, or aerosols that are flammable. There are others that are solvent-based that have to be applied to dry material, while Nikwax Waterproofing Skin Wax can be applied to both wet and dry skin.
Nikwax has prioritized reducing the impact on the environment in the use of its products. For this reason, Nikwax Waterproofing Wax for Leather is a safe-to-use product for waterproof and breathable footwear, it is aqueous, ecological, non-aerosol, non-flammable, without harmful solvents, volatile organic compounds or fluorocarbons and is respectful with the environment.
Its water-based formulation makes the repellent concentrate especially in the areas that are most humid.
Nikwax Liquid Waterproofing Wax for Skin is available in a size of 125 ml.
This product can be administered with the sponge applicator :
- If the footwear is dirty, clean first with Nikwax Footwear Gel.
- Protect the work area.
- Shake the wax well before application.
- Press the sponge applicator until the seal is broken.
- Apply the wax without the footwear drying out.
- Wait 2-3 minutes to remove excess product with a cloth.
- Polish by rubbing with a damp cloth.
First it is recommended to apply the product in a non-visible area.
For correct drying it is recommended to leave it at room temperature, without applying any source of heat, since rapid drying can cause the skin to split.
It is also advisable to fill the tips with paper so that excess moisture is absorbed, and change it every time it gets wet.