T.X.Direct Spray-On Waterproofing

used it the way I was supposed to. Went trekking after the treatment, the material was soaking after spending hours in the light rain. I was definitely missing the little water droplets rolling down, what I was expecting:)

Easy to apply and works quite well. I'm a fan.

I've tried several DWR restoration products over the years, and Nikwax TX.Direct Spray-On is the one I keep coming back to because it simply works. I recently used it on my Rab waterproof shell, which had started to wet out after many miles in rain, wind, and regular use. The membrane was still performing, but the outer fabric was absorbing water instead of beading it off. After cleaning the jacket and applying the spray evenly, the difference was immediately noticeable. Easy to Apply The spray bottle gives good control, allowing me to treat only the exterior fabric where it's needed. I paid a little extra attention to the shoulders, hood, cuffs, and upper back—areas that see the most abrasion from backpack straps and constant exposure to the weather. Real Performance on the Trail Once the treatment had dried, I tested the jacket on several hikes in wet conditions. Water beaded up again and rolled off the surface instead of soaking into the face fabric. The jacket stayed lighter during prolonged rain, dried faster afterward, and remained noticeably more comfortable throughout the day. What I appreciate most is that it restores water repellency without compromising breathability. That's especially important during long climbs, where moisture from the inside can become just as uncomfortable as rain from the outside. Extends the Life of Good Gear Quality shells from brands like Rab are built to last for years, but even the best DWR finish eventually wears off. Rather than replacing an expensive jacket, this treatment restores the performance it was designed to have. For me, it's become part of regular gear maintenance, just like cleaning boots or checking trekking poles before a trip. Final Thoughts If your waterproof jacket is still structurally sound but the outer fabric is wetting out, I highly recommend giving Nikwax TX.Direct Spray-On a try before considering a replacement. It's easy to use, economical, and restores the water repellency that makes a good shell perform the way it should. For anyone who spends serious time in the mountains, it's one of those maintenance products that's worth keeping on the shelf.

Removed one star for the inherent odour!

I can't help but wonder why some have had bad experiences with this product or any of the waterproofing products for that matter. There comes a time when your garments are beyond repair due to wear and tear or simply just neglect to care for the garment. Often times, we don't wash our outdoor gear as much as we should or keep up with the waterproofing. I've been guilty of that on a couple of items. When the fabric or coating gets to the point where it needs replacement, no amount of this product or any other similar product will perform miracles. Even on my most neglected gear, it still brings back some of the waterproofing properties. On my rain jacket that I've had for many years, I've only washed it a handful of times and reapplied the waterproofing when it was too late. It still wets out on some heavy wear areas but I wasn't expecting a miracle as upon closer exam, the fabric is worn and no amount of application would be able to bring it back to "like new". Flip to the gear that I do maintain on a regular basis. Waterproofing is like new and feels like is has been maintained. I have not had any wetting out issues with the gear that's been treated on a regular basis. The spray is a bit messier but combined with the Nikwax wash in, it does a really good job. I would recommend this bigger bottle if you maintain your gear. Always good to have this on hand. Wear some gloves when using this as it leaves a film on your hands. It does have a vinegar smell to it. It doesn't bother me, to some it does but then again, we all react to smells differently.

Does what it says on the bottle, used it on patio furniture covers, and works as it should so all good