Yurt Canvas Treatment
authentic design specialised for the European climate
We recommend proofing your yurt every 12 months.
Nikwax Tent and Gear Solar Proof
We offer recommend Nikwax Tent and Gear Solar Proof.
The easy to use, safe, high-performance waterproofing and UV blocker for all synthetic weatherproof textiles. Adds Durable Water Repellency increases fabric strength & protects against UV deterioration; one application can double the effective life of fabrics. Can be applied to wet or dry synthetic fabrics.
Benefits Include
Adds/renews water repellency of tents and weatherproof fabrics. Reduces colour fade. Speeds up drying time of a damp tent so it can be packed away quickly. Prolongs the life of gear and optimises performance in wet weather.
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How Much is Required?
Nikwax offer this treatment in two strengths, it is the same product but you need to dilute the concentrated version.
Concentrated product:
1 litre bottle (dilute to 3.5 litres, treats 702
Use 50ml of dilute product treats 12 metre of canvas.
The coverage is approximate and depends on the condition of the fabric being treated.
Non-concentrated product:
Use 50ml of product treats 12 metre of canvas
Nikwax Tech Wash
To maintain waterproofing always clean with Nikwax Tech Wash®. Do not use detergents.
Nikwax Tech Wash specially designed cleaner for waterproof canvas, and it safely revitalises breathability and water-repellency. Its soap-based cleaner and can be used regularly to clean your yurt.
150ml of product can be diluted to 6l of water.
The amount you will need depends on how much cleaning you need to do, how dirty the canvas is and what area requires washing.
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Yurt Diameter
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Canvas Area (sq. meters)
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Amount of Solar Proofing (litres)
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Amount of Concentrated Solar Proofing (litres)
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10
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50
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3
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1
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12
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60
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3
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1
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14
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70
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4
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1
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16
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85
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4
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1.5
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18
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100
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5
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1.5 |
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21
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110
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6
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2
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