How to Reapply DWR to an Arcteryx Jacket

소개

Use this guide to reapply DWR (Durable Water Repellent) to your Arcteryx Jacket or any waterproof windbreakers.

Your Gore-Tex Jacket, or any other waterproof jacket, tends to lose its water repellency with time. This is caused by normal wear and tear or exposure to sunlight. If you are experiencing these complications, be sure to prepare your jacket for a respray of DWR.

Follow this guide to ensure that you're accurately applying DWR to your waterproof jacket.

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1 단계 How to Reapply DWR to an Arcteryx Jacket

How to Reapply DWR to an Arcteryx Jacket, How to Reapply DWR to an Arcteryx Jacket: 1 단계, 이미지 2개 중 1개

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Prepare the jacket by loosening velcro straps and closing all zippers.

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How to Reapply DWR to an Arcteryx Jacket: 2 단계, 이미지 3개 중 3개

Wash the jacket in a front loading machine with Gore Tex detergent.
Use 3 ounces of detergent for one to three garments.
Set your washing machine to a normal wash cycle.

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How to Reapply DWR to an Arcteryx Jacket: 3 단계, 이미지 3개 중 3개

After washing the jacket, spray DWR onto the jacket focusing on high stress areas (shoulders, elbows, wrists, chest).

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Set your dryer to a normal cycle.
If still damp do another cycle to ensure DWR has been activated.

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Test your jacket for water repellency.
If the jacket is repelling water correctly, enjoy!
If the jacket is not repelling water as well as you hoped, repeat the process until satisfied.