Don’t Let Summer Ruin Your Tent
You pull into camp. The weather turns. Rain hits hard, the sun comes out stronger, and suddenly your tent is leaking, sagging, or fading faster than it should.
That is not bad luck. That is tired protection.
Before you set off on your summer camping holiday, one simple step can save your gear, your comfort, and your trip. Waterproofing and UV protecting your tent.
Your Tent Is Not As Waterproof As You Think
Most tents rely on a water repellent coating to make rain bead and roll off. Over time, that coating wears away thanks to dirt, folding, sweat, campfire smoke, and regular use.
When it fails, the fabric wets out. The tent gets heavier, it is slower to dry, and far more likely to leak during sudden summer downpours.
If rain stops beading on your fly, your tent is already overdue.
The Sun Is Doing More Damage Than Rain Ever Will
Summer sun is brutal on tent fabrics. UV exposure weakens fibres, dries them out, and shortens the life of your tent dramatically. For some, their brand new tent won't have any UV protection at all, add in a coastal camp, alpine trip, or long daylight hours, and the longevity of your investment is not looking favourable.
Once UV damage sets in, it cannot be fixed. Seams fail. Fabric tears. The tent you trusted quietly gives up.
Protection before the trip is the only way to stop it.
The Fastest Fix Is Nikwax Tent & Gear
The greatest protection you can give your tent is the Nikwax Tent & Gear system.
Nikwax Tent & Gear SolarWash® and Nikwax Tent & Gear SolarProof® restore water repellency and add vital UV protection in two easy steps. No heat. No harsh chemicals. No guesswork.
Why Nikwax Works Better
Nikwax is water-based, which means it protects your tent without damaging the fabric, coatings, or seam tape. It restores performance without killing breathability, so your tent stays drier inside as well as out.
The application is quick and obvious. Wet the tent, spray the wash, rub it in, rinse and repeat with Solar Proof. leave it to dry, and you're done. No complicated heating or curing needed.
Many treatments promise waterproofing. Nikwax actually delivers it, while also slowing UV damage that will SIGNIFICANTLY shorten the lifespan of your tent.
Two Steps, More Summers
Using Nikwax Tent & Gear SolarWash and SolarProof before your holiday means
- Your tent is fresh for the holiday
- Rain beads and runs off instead of soaking in
- Fabric dries faster after showers
- UV damage is slowed dramatically
- Your tent lasts longer and performs better
It is faster, cheaper, and far less painful than replacing a tent that has failed mid-trip in the middle of nowhere.
When to Wash, When to Waterproof
If the tent is brand new, you don't need to wash it, but starting with solid UV protection sets the tone for happy camping, which means you'll only need to use Nikwax Tent & Gear SolarProof®.
If the tent has seen some action outdoors, then the two steps of cleaning and protecting are recommended.
Protect Your Tent Before It Is Too Late
Summer camping is hard on gear. Long sun exposure, sudden storms, and extended pitches push tents to their limits.
It is recommended that you pitch your tent before heading off. As you check for last season's damage and double-check that the parts are all in one place, you might as well give it a little love, too. A quick treatment with Nikwax Tent and Gear takes minutes and can add years to your tent’s life.
