Hardshell DUO-Pack
Keep Your Outdoor Gear Performing Like New!
- Complete Care System – Cleans, restores water repellency, and revives breathability in rain and snow clothing.
- Easy to Use – Works in your washing machine or by hand—no need for special equipment.
- Eco-Friendly & Effective – Non-flammable, PFAS-free formula keeps your gear performing longer.
The Nikwax Hardshell DUO-Pack is your all-in-one solution for keeping wet weather gear in top shape. With Tech Wash for cleaning and TX.Direct for waterproofing, this simple system extends the life of your favorite outdoor clothing—so you stay dry and comfortable on every adventure!
Tech Specs
- Nikwax's bestselling products available as a DUO-Pack
- Tech Wash cleans, restores water repellency and revives breathability of your outdoor clothing and synthetic sleeping bags
- TX.Direct wash-in is an easy to use, high performance waterproofer which adds water repellency and revives breathability without the need for tumble drying.
- Together they enhance the performance of your gear, and extend its useful life.
- Tech Wash revitalizes the DWR (Durable Water Repellency) of new or recently waterproofed gear just from cleaning.
- Once the garment has been thoroughly worn, add DWR using Nikwax TX.Direct, awlays cleaning first with Nikwax Tech Wash.
how to use
Use Nikwax Tech Wash in a washing machine…
Use undiluted Tech Wash® and a sponge, or soft nylon brush, to treat stubborn stains before washing. Remove all non-washable parts. Shake well before use. Follow garment care label instructions. Do not use detergents.
Top Loading Machine Wash:
- Place maximum 6 garments in washing machine.
- After the machine has filled, 5fl oz (150ml) for 1-3 garments, 8fl oz (250ml) for 4-6 garments, 8floz/250ml for 4-6 garments. Add an additional 1.5fl oz (50ml) for hard water* areas.
- Set cycle according to care label instructions. 1-3 items: low water level, 4-6 items: medium water level.
Front Loading Machine Wash:
- Remove all detergent from detergent dispenser.
- Place maximum of 2 garments in washing machine.
- Add 3fl oz (100ml) of Tech Wash®. Add an additional 1.5fl oz (50ml) for hard water* areas.
- Set cycle to Synthetics and Warm.
* If you have calcium and mineral deposits in your washing machine you have hard water.
Nikwax Tech Wash® can also be applied by hand…
Use gloves.
- Immerse item(s) in 1.5 gallons (6L) hand-hot water in sink or bowl.
- Use 5fl oz (150ml) in medium/hard water* areas and 3fl oz (100ml) in soft water areas for 1-2 items.
- Rinse 3 times in clean water.
Use Nikwax TX.Direct in a washing machine…
For best results remove all non-washable parts. Always clean item(s) first with Nikwax Tech Wash® in a separate wash cycle. No need to dry item(s) before waterproofing. Shake well before use. Follow garment care label instructions.
Top Loading Machine Wash:
- Place maximum of 3 clean garments in washing machine.
- After the machine has filled add 10fl oz (300ml) of TX.Direct®.
- Set cycle according to care label instructions, Low water level.
Front Loading Machine Wash:
- Remove all detergent build-up from the detergent dispenser.
- Place maximum of 2 clean garments in washing machine.
- Use 3fl oz (100ml) per garment.
- Run Synthetic cycle and slow spin.
Do not machine-wash garments if taped seams have become dislodged.*
To maintain waterproofing always wash with Nikwax Tech Wash®. Do not use detergents.
*Faulty taped seams sometimes become detached on old or worn garments. They can be re-stuck using a proprietary clear glue after waterproofing and drying.
Nikwax TX.Direct® can also be applied by hand…
Use gloves
- Immerse 1 clean garment in 1.5 gallons (6L) of hand-hot water in a bowl or sink
- Add 1.5fl oz (50ml) of TX.Direct®.
- Agitate to mix, leave to soak for 5-10 minutes, then agitate thoroughly
- Rinse with cold water until water runs clear
Nikwax TX.Direct® treated clothing needs no heat to develop Durable Water Repellency (DWR)…
Air dry or tumble on a low setting if care label allows.
