Tex 5 Water Repellent Textile Coating

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Tex 5 Water Repellent Textile coating is a range of water-based spray-on products that have been developed with the home application sector in mind.  Tex 5 is ideal for weatherproofing heavily or regularly soaked, soiled or stained fabrics such as horse rugs, dog coats and beds, outdoor coats, regularly used camping equipment, gazebos and umbrellas etc.

 

N.B. All 1 litre bottles are shipped with a tamper evident screwtop. Trigger sprays are available.

Description

Tex 5 Water Repellent Textile Coating is a spray on stain and water repellent spray for textiles,  it is a part of a range that have been developed with the home application sector in mind.

The Tex range versatility comes from its ability to form a hydrophobic, easy-clean coating that enables the fabrics fibres to repel dirt and oil. It is a user-friendly, water-based, non-hazardous SiO2 coating and is  available in a range of strengths depending on application requirements.

The two strengths available are Tex 5 and Tex 2, these formulations contain respectively lower/higher proportions of active ingredients.

Tex 5 Water Repellent Textile Coating is ideal for use in heavily or regularly soaked, soiled or stained fabrics such has horse rugs, dog coats and beds, outdoor coats, regularly used camping equipment, gazebos and umbrellas.

Tex 2 is ideal for protecting fabrics from light or accidental soiling and staining, such as garden seating, household upholstery, back packs, car and caravan seating

The simple spray application method makes it ideal for domestic use

The Tex range is Ökotex certified (ECO Passport), UV stable and non-migratory.

Additional information

Weight N/A
Chemical basis:

modified silicon dioxide

Layer thickness:

approx. 100 – 150 nm

Water resistance:

between 130° and 150° (20µl)

Oil resistance:

between 120° and 130° (20µl)

Slip angle:

not applicable

Chemical stability:

between pH 1 and pH 13

Temperature stability:

250°C permanent , 450°C peak

Weather resistance:

3500h pursuant to ISO 11507 A

Wash stability

10-40 washes LTD according to (AATCC) Test Method 135, ECE formulation washing powder, non-phosphate reference

Transparency:

100%

Salt Water resistant:

yes

Storage stability:

2 years

Temperature sensitivity:

1°C to 30°C

Consumption:

80 – 150ml/m²

Application:

The liquid is applied to the surface using standard pump spray systems. If the substrate does not instantly absorb, roller application is advised to ensure uniform wetting. The coating is fully cured after 24 hours.
Foulard/padding application is also possible. The wash stability can be increased in this process with Nanoflex WX (crosslinker).

Materials must be free of anionic, surfactant residues. Silicones or surfactants impair performance and adhesion. We would be happy to offer technical support for pre-cleaning – please call on 01691 654 282.

Sizes:

30ml, 1L, 5L, 20L, 200L

Hazards

This product is non hazardous.

Application Instructions

Nanoflex® Tex Range (Tex 2, Tex 5)

1) The liquid is applied to the surface using standard pump spray systems.

2) If the substrate does not instantly absorb, roller application is advised to ensure uniform wetting.

3) The coating is fully cured after 24 hours.

Wear gloves

Tex Range MSDS

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