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5/27/2024 2:09:24 PM EDT
Hey guys just got a used alaknak 12x12 off ebay and its pretty dirty so I was going to wash it with Nikwax techwash in a kiddie pool and re-waterproof it with the above mentioned.

the problem I'm having is the waterproofer  says it should be diluted and sprayed on not washed in.
I'm kinda wondering if maybe i can just add some to water in the pool and soak the tent in it?(not with the techwash of course)
its just a big tent for a spray bottle and will be hard to get the top if its set up but if its just spread out on the ground i might miss a spot.

any ideas or suggestions are greatly appreciated thanks!
5/27/2024 2:23:58 PM EDT
[#1]
Get a cheap pump sprayer from your favorite box store
5/27/2024 3:38:35 PM EDT
[#2]
Hmm my small town does have a Harborfreight now.
5/27/2024 10:16:22 PM EDT
[#3]
If the outside coating is flaking off the tent is done.
Also check the stitching is not pulling apart.

Was given one and it started flaking bad and stitching was pulling apart.


Cabelas does not make the tent anymore.
5/28/2024 11:22:56 AM EDT
[#4]
naw its just inside after i started washing it
7/8/2024 3:13:16 PM EDT
[#5]
Ive used the techwash several times, but I bought it paired with their wash in waterproofing. I do it all in my bath tub (although the kiddie pool is a good idea). It's pretty simple since you dont have to dry between washing and then applying the waterproofing.The spray kind I think would be more suitable for jackets or boots.

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