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Which Water Repellent Should I Use?

Which Water Repellent Should I Use?

GEAR AID DWR Durable Water Repellent on a black jacket

Revivex can add or restore water repellency to rain jackets, ski pants, parkas and more. Which formula should you use when reviving your outdoor gear and apparel?

Pro Tip: The first step in restoring DWR (durable water repellency) is washing your jacket or pants with a residue-free cleaner like Revivex Pro Cleaner to remove the oils and dirt that reduce the effectiveness of DWR. To learn more about what DWR does, click here.

Revivex Durable Water Repellent

Our toughest formula, Revivex Durable Water Repellent gives you factory-level DWR finish without buying a new jacket. This formula is long lasting, durable, and designed for technical performance outerwear. The spray-on application makes it easy to target high wear areas—like your shoulders or the seat of your pants—where DWR wears out faster.

Revivex Wash-In Water Repellent

Revivex Wash-In Water Repellent delivers waterproof breathable protection from the elements. The soak-in application makes it easy to waterproof multiple garments at once, and it’s safe for all kinds of fabrics including Carhartt® work wear, fleece, and waterproof breathable fabrics like GORE-TEX® and eVent.

For more water repellency options, please check out Revivex Suede & Fabric Water Repellent and Revivex Leather Water Repellent.

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