Material: EquTex™, 2-layer recycled polyester fabric
Waterproofness: 20 000 mm
Breathability: 20 000 g/mm2/24h
Treatment: Eco-friendly fluorocarbon-free DWR-treatment
Stierna Care instructions for EQUTEX™ waterproof garments
Here are tips on how to take care of your Stierna EQUTEX ™ garments in the best way so that they keep their performance, stay fresh and withstand many years of use.
All EQUTEX materials are waterproof and windproof and have a vapor permeability, “breathable". Wash the garment on a regular basis to maintain the full functionality and avoid clogging the breathability with dirt. In addition to a waterproof membrane, all EQUTEX materials have a DWR (Durable Water Repellent) treatment, which is a surface treatment of the fabric to make it dirt and water repellent. If the outer fabric gets wet, the garment’s breathability is prevented and the wet/cold fabric hangs against your body - the membrane that sits on the inside of the fabric is still active and the garment is waterproof - but it can be experienced that the garment "leaks" when condensation forms on the inside of the garment. The garment then needs to be re-proofed, and we recommend that this is done at least once per season or more often depending on how much the garment has been used as the surface treatment will be worn off over.
- Follow the care instructions on the label inside the garment.
- Brush off mud, sand, hay and hair.
- Close zippers and Velcro before washing and release adjustable cords on hood, waist, and bottom. And don’t forget to empty the pockets of horse treats!
- Use a mild detergent suitable for technical waterproof/breathable fabrics, we recommend Nikwax Tech Wash. Household detergents can destroy the functionality of the fabric and will affect the waterproofness. Never use fabric softener, as it clogs the pores of the membrane and destroys the garment's breathability. Make sure the washing machine drawer is clean and if you have used fabric softener, run an empty wash program before the actual wash to rinse off any residue.
- Rinse the garment thoroughly and do not overdose on the detergent. Dosage Nikwax Tech Wash: 100-150 ml per wash (the higher amount applies to hard water areas). Wash a maximum of 2 garments at a time. Remember that a long coat is equal to two (2) garments and dose accordingly.
- Hang-dry the garment at room temperature.
- When re-proofing EQUTEX garments, we recommend Nikwax TX.Direct Wash-in. Follow the instructions on the bottle. Dosage Nikwax TX.Direct Wash-in: 100 ml per garment. Remember that a long coat is equal to two (2) garments and dose accordingly. Do not tumble dry.
- If you have questions, contact the store where you bought the garment or Stierna’s customer service.