Nikwax Footwear Cleaning Gel 125 ml

Nikwax Footwear Cleaning Gel is a product specifically designed to effectively and safely clean breathable waterproof footwear that is normally used during sports activities or outdoor work. reinforcing its water repellency and breathability.

If a breathable waterproof shoe begins to absorb water, it will decrease breathability making sweat cannot evaporate, and ends up wetting your feet due to condensation. That is why it is important that footwear maintains Durable Water Repellency (DWR) to ensure comfort.

As the footwear is worn, dirt accumulates on its surface, which attracts water, hiding the effect of waterproofing. With the Nikwax Shoe Cleaning Gel, you will obtain an effective cleaning result for waterproof footwear, guaranteeing the maintenance of its water-repellent and breathable properties, preventing water absorption and keeping feet dry.

There are other reasons that cause waterproof footwear to lose this capacity, such as the use of traditional shoe cleaning products, which leave hydrophilic residues that favor water absorption. These types of products are not specific for cleaning waterproof shoes, so make sure to clean with the correct product.

Nikwax Shoe Cleaning Gel is a specific cleaning product for breathable waterproof footwear, easy and safe to use, that does not leave hydrophilic residues that can absorb water, reinforces the Durable Water Repellency (DWR), preventing the entry of water and favoring breathability. In this way, feet are kept dry and comfortable despite the rain.

If waterproof footwear is cleaned regularly and with the right product, it is not necessary to apply a waterproofing agent every time waterproof footwear is cleaned. However, with the use of footwear over time, the water repellency is lost, so the use of Nikwax Shoe Cleaning Gel will not be enough to maintain its water repellency, and the footwear will have to be re-waterproofed to replace the protection against water.

Nikwax has prioritized reducing the impact on the environment in the use of its products. That is why Nikwax Shoe Cleaning Gel is an aqueous, ecological and biodegradable product, respectful with the environment.

The Nikwax Shoe Cleaning Gel has a size of 125 ml.

This product can be administered with the sponge applicator:

It is recommended for Gore-Tex, eVENT® and SympaTex® footwear.

- Wet the footwear with water to remove the dirt.

- Shake the product well before application. To break the seal, press the sponge applicator.

- Administer the gel abundantly on wet footwear.

- If the dirt is heavy, it is recommended to rub with a stiff nylon brush (such as the nail brush).

- Rinse well with clean water.

- If necessary, treat with the appropriate Nikwax waterproofing or a conditioner on wet footwear.

The color may vary, so it is recommended to apply it first in a non-visible area.
For correct drying it is recommended to leave it at room temperature, without applying any heat source, since it dries quickly It can cause the material to crack.
It is also advisable to fill the tips with paper so that excess moisture is absorbed, and change it each time it gets wet.