Easy to use technical cleaner with UV protection for cotton, canvas and synthetic tents, awnings marquees, rucksacks, paniers and camera bags. Nikwax Tent & Gear SolarWash cleans effectively, revitalises water repellency, and improves the useful life of fabrics by protecting against UV deterioration. Anyone who is active outdoors needs waterproof equipment. Whether it be a day-to-day rucksack, panniers on your bike, or a tent for summer holidays, most of us have outdoor equipment of some description. Tents and rucksacks use synthetic fabrics, such as nylon or polyester, with a thin watertight polyurethane (PU) or elastomeric coating on the inside and a Durable Water Repellent (DWR) coating on the outside. This combination gives great strength and water resistance, combined with light weight; ideal attributes for outdoor equipment. Unfortunately these fabrics are vulnerable to sunlight and in two weeks of continuous exposure, can lose up to half of their strength. Additionally, the inner coating will degrade if it is left damp for long periods. Nikwax Tent & Gear SolarWash cleans the entire fabric, and protects from the effects of both UV and water. It saves you money by potentially doubling the useful life of your outdoor gear. Nikwax Tent &Gear SolarWash can be applied to wet or dry weatherproof fabrics, including cotton, canvas and all synthetic fabrics. For effective cleaning of outdoor clothing, and synthetic sleeping bags, use Nikwax Tech Wash.