Reddit Reddit reviews Kiwi Camp Dry Heavy Duty Water Repellent, 2 - 10.5 oz cans

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7 Reddit comments about Kiwi Camp Dry Heavy Duty Water Repellent, 2 - 10.5 oz cans:

u/fernandizzel · 7 pointsr/Parenting

Yes, the waterproof-ness will diminish the more you wash it (over time, not just after one wash). I usually just spray clothes once a year but if I notice something absorbing water instead of the water drops beading on top, I will spray it again.

Brand doesn't really matter as long as it is silicone waterproofing spray. The silicone fills the gaps in the fiber, preventing water from permeating. Here's an example: Kiwi Camp Dry Heavy Duty Water Repellent, 10.5 oz., 2 Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LWIT5Z6/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_k6pqybVM48E2Z

u/VA_Network_Nerd · 7 pointsr/college

You can find this waterproofing spray at Target or Walmart, usually in the shoe department:

https://www.amazon.com/Kiwi-Camp-Heavy-Water-Repellent/dp/B01LWIT5Z6/

Apply one coat, and let it dry overnight.
Then apply a second coat, and let it dry all day.

Spray outdoors, as it stinks like mad.
The smell will linger in the bag for a couple days, but will fade away.

Should last 2 years or so, depending on how hard you abuse your bag.

The spray will slightly alter the colors of the fabrics you spray it on, usually making them a whisker darker, or less-bright.

u/az_climber · 3 pointsr/Ultralight

Anyone use a spray-on sealant like this on their tents with positive/negative results? https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LWIT5Z6

My tarptent started to leak when I used it last (been a few years since I seam sealed it) and I already have that spray on hand.

u/ishtechte · 2 pointsr/Tipper

Get some tent sealer to spray on the seams. Make sure your rain fly is attached and tied down firmly. Get yourself a tarp and fold it under your tent. Ensure you roll the edges of the tarp downward and make sure there isn't anything sticking out of the sides so you don't pool water under your tent by mistake. If you have an EZ UP make sure it's lowered as far as it goes before the storm hits and stake it down firmly. EZ UPs are the first things to go flying in a storm and they can damage cars and injure people.

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If you're under a tree you can add an additional rain fly using a tarp above your tent. If you do this make sure it's tied down in multiple locations because strong winds can rip the tarp. Also lastly, bring a few extra non scented trash bags and put all of your belongings in it when the storm hits. Pillows, blankets and clothes especially. I would also bring some sandwich bags and put your phone and any electronics in there to make sure they don't get wet.

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I've been in a quite a few storms (one at EF a few years ago was as bad as it gets) and the first things to go are EZ ups, followed by your tent getting flooded out. Make sure nothing is on the floor of your tent (your car is your best bet) just incase something happens and it gets flooded. That way if it does happen, all you have to do is dry out your tent and you're ready to go.

Feel free to PM me if you have any questions :)

Tent Sealer:https://www.amazon.com/Kiwi-Camp-Heavy-Water-Repellent/dp/B01LWIT5Z6/ref=asc_df_B01LWIT5Z6/

More tips:

https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/how-to-waterproof-a-tent.html

u/thikthird · 2 pointsr/Sneakers
u/OpossumFeet · 2 pointsr/camping

Face the door of the tent “slightly”, downhill. By slightly, I mean like 1-3 degrees of incline, which won’t matter much for the small size of an average 12’x12’ family tent. Since water flows downhill this will prevent the water from entering through the door.

Dig a 2” deep by 2” wide trench around the perimeter of your tent and dig a similar sized trench leading away from one of the front corners of your tent (preferably “slightly”, downhill). This will trap and carry away most rainwater... more rain calls for a larger trench, just don’t twist your ankle in it.

Place a plastic sheet on the ground then place your tent on top of it to create a waterproof/resistant barrier between the wet ground and the bottom of your tent. Most tarps are not waterproof and tend to allow water to soak through.

Also, buy some camping seam sealer to brush/roll onto the stitching seams in your tents construction, some use a brush others use a roller ball like a glue stick. Seam sealer is basically liquified silicone. You can get it for like $5 from walmart or amazon. Every Spring or summer you should re-apply to ensure a proper seal/water barrier.

Buy a can of camping silicone spray to spray on the outside of your tent to prevent water from leaking through the walls of the tent. You can get this for around $7-10 from walmart or amazon and you can use it on your boots or other clothing items. Also re-apply to your tent every Spring to ensure a proper seal/water barrier.

Have fun and stay dry OP

u/meemo4556 · 1 pointr/photography

I'd reccomend getting some cheap lens filters and putting this on them. It's a water repellant, so any condensation should not accumulate.