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Gecko Guard

Our own personal experience in the outdoors led to the development of Gecko Guard. We found that none of the solutions on the market stood up to New Zealand’s testing environment and as a result the performance of our rainwear was inhibited. As rainwear is the first line of defence against adverse conditions this was unacceptable!

Please note, we can not ship Gecko Guard outside New Zealand.

$26.00

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(5 customer reviews)

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Product Features

After talking with a number of chemical engineers we discovered how to create a more effective water repellant. Fluoropolymers are the most effective repellants and the resin concentration is critical to its performance. A mineral spirit base provides the best durability and makes for easy application. We also came to understand that the way you apply the repellant is very important in getting the best result. Please read and follow the application directions listed below.

Features:

  • High strength water and stain-repellent
  • For all wind and waterproof fabrics
  • Excellent restorative treatment for technical waterproof breathable fabrics
  • Does not contain any PFAS Chemical
  • Will not harm the ozone layer
  • Machine-washable up to 3-4 times
  • For both natural and synthetic fabrics
  • 300ml bottle is enough for 3-4 square metres of fabric or approximately 2 jackets
  • Made and developed in New Zealand
  • Full product information brochure available

Application Directions:

  • Suitable on all waterproof breathable fabrics, soft shell fabric, canvas, nylon canvas, taslan. Effective on nylon, polyester, cotton and mixtures of all of these. Effectiveness is reduced on very fine denier fabrics - 30 deniers and less.
  • For best results, apply only to clean, well rinsed, dry clothing. Dirt and cleaning residues will decrease the effectiveness of the treatment.
  • Shake bottle and spray evenly with a slow swaying motion over all the fabric until covered. Keep the bottle about 20cm from the fabric.
  • Over applying will not improve repellency.
  • Drying time will depend on conditions. Initial repellency will start once dry, full cure after 48-72 hours depending on conditions.
  • Until full cure the garment is best left unused.
  • If care instructions allow, the treated garment can be put into a dryer to speed the curing time. Ironing (with a cloth) will also assist this.
  • Test for repellency with a few drops of water after application or subsequent washes.
  • If required, repeat the process by applying an extra light coating. Depending on the weight of the fabric, a 300ml bottle will treat 3-4 square metres of fabric (approximately two jackets).
Fabric

Chemically non-reactive fluoropolymer

Average Weight

270g

Made In

Proudly made in New Zealand

Reviews (5)

5 reviews for Gecko Guard

  1. CJ (verified owner) –

    Great product. One bottle did 2 raincoats (thigh length). Water beaded off after we had applied Gecko Guard. Doesn’t smell and is easily to apply. I would definitely recommend it!

  2. Graeme Hall (verified owner) –

    The instructions are clear and easy to follow, the product is simple to apply and is very effective. Another great product from ESS. Over the years I have purchased several items from ESS and their customer service is always Outstanding.

  3. Finn Tranter –

    Excellent DWR, both cheaper and better than alternatives from Nikwax, grangers etc. Used it on a pair of soft-shell pants and they held up to a weekend of digging and sitting around in the snow. Now I wouldn’t buy anything else

  4. Louis –

    Best DWR on the market, hands down. I even wash and treat any new waterproof gear with this right away now, just to ensure I’m going to have the level of water and dirt repellency Gecko Guard provides. Two weeks of living out of MTB pants and a cycling jacket in the winter and they not only kept me dry thanks to this stuff – they’re spotlessly clean, dry dirt just brushes off. Fantastic product.

  5. Antonia –

    I was seriously impressed with Gecko Guard’s ability to massively enhance the waterproof-ness of my rain jackets. Washed them with sunlight soap as advised and put on a coat of Gecko Guard as they were good as new!

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