We may still be in the trenches of winter but the days are getting longer and warmer weather is around the corner. Spring will bring more motivation and opportunities for adventures, so now is the perfect time to make sure your outdoor gear is ready and up to the task. From tents and awnings to garden furniture and soft-top car roofs, your gear needs to be prepped to handle spring's mix of weather. The spring months have been known to deliver everything from premature heatwaves and freak blizzards to heavy downpours and blustery winds, so your gear will have to put up with a lot. But don’t fret, Fabsil’s cleaning and protective solutions will keep all your outdoor gear performing as it should.
Cleaning
The first and most important step in protecting your outdoor gear is cleaning. By this, we don’t just mean a quick splash with warm water. Cleaning not only gets rid of surface dirt and refreshes our gear but it also helps restore any water-repellent properties, setting the stage for reproofing. Dirt, dust and debris accumulate on the surface over time, causing our gear to lose its durable water repellency (DWR) instead of keeping moisture at bay. It’s important not to neglect our equipment on the run-up to spring. When we let our gear sit idle, it’ll collect dust and its performance will suffer, so cleaning in preparation for spring is a good move in maintaining its effectiveness.
Fabsil’s Cleaning range is designed to refresh and tackle tough stains on all types of outdoor gear – rucksacks, tents, marine sails, soft tops, awnings; you name it, Fabsil can clean it. Our Universal Cleaner is a water-based, sponge-on solution that brings your gear back to life – suitable for items with a larger surface area, like tents and car roofs, thanks to its easy application method. For those harder-to-reach spots, Fabsil’s Tent + Awning Cleaner is an effective, spray-on cleaner that removes dirt from tricky nooks and crannies, powerfully blasting away dust and grime. Its spray head is perfect for a focused clean, letting you target the dirtiest areas and restore your gear to its original condition. If there’s a particular pesky stain that is stubbornly refusing to shift, Outdoor Wipes are fast-acting, multi-purpose wipes that are biodegradable and guaranteed to tackle ingrained dirt.
Reproofing
After cleaning, you need to make sure your equipment completely dries before you begin reproofing. Fabsil’s Protection Range will help shield your gear from inclement weather and UV rays. Fabsil Gold or Universal Protector UV are top choices for guarding your outdoor gear against moisture and dirt. The right protector for you depends on the type of gear you have and the level of protection you need. Fabsil Gold is a powerful, concentrated solution that defends against rain and stains whilst reinforcing your gear’s durable water repellency (DWR). Universal Protector UV offers reliable water-repellent protection and also guards against damaging UV rays, ensuring your gear stays in top shape under the sun. For even coverage, spray on the reproofing version for smaller items or use the paint-on application for larger gear. Be sure to let everything dry completely before storing it.
So get ahead and make way for springtime adventures by preparing your outdoor gear for the turbulent weather of the coming months. With Fabsil products, there’s no reason to stay inside, whether you’re hiking or relaxing in the garden. Your gear will stay protected, no matter the weather.
