What do you use to waterproof a horse blanket?

“I use the same silicone spray product to waterproof blankets as I do on my patio cushions – Scotchgard™,” says Barron. “It’s cheap, you can pick it up just about anywhere, and it works. KIWI Camp Dry® is another good one.” Make sure your blanket is clean before applying a water repellent.

How often should you waterproof a horse blanket?

A quality annual waterproof treatment should last one year, so essentially, you could retreat a turnout for several years and still save money. From what I see these days, many of the newer turnouts do not have the same quality and durability of older turnouts.

How do you waterproof a blanket?

Once your blankets are clean and dry, now is a good time to see if they are still waterproof. Take a cup of water, and pour over blanket. Water should bead up and roll off, if not, it is time to re-waterproof.

How do you waterproof a horse rug?

All you need is a warm, dry day, a bit of elbow grease plus a cleaner and re-proofer specifically for rugs – a normal laundry detergent will remove the waterproofing from your rugs. We like Nikwax Rug Wash (1 litre cleans four rugs) and Nikwax Rug Proof (1 litre reproofs two rugs).

Are Rambo horse blankets waterproof?

All Horseware blankets come with a waterproof guarantee: RAMBO Turnouts 3-year guarantee: RAMBO turnouts use Aquatrans technology and we offer a guarantee that your blanket will remain waterproof and breathable for a minimum of 3 years.

Are horse blankets water proof?

Because stable blankets are not waterproof, they should not be used on a horse who is turned out.

How do you wash waterproof horse blankets?

Use cool water and mild detergent on a gentle cycle to wash your horse blankets. Some manufacturers recommend using a mesh wash bag, which will contain and protect any straps, closures, and buckles that can’t be easily detached, and will also protect your machine against damage from them.

Can you waterproof a stable sheet?

In a very helpful naming convention, stable blankets and stable sheets are not waterproof and are intended to be used indoors, as their name implies!

What is waterproof spray?

Usually, they’re comprised of a chemical compound (often made from a water-repellent material like silicone ) that, when sprayed onto a material, acts like a protective layer — sealing the pores that would normally be large enough to let moisture through.

Are horses waterproof?

The important thing to consider is what the horse thinks about it all. “If you are worried about turning your horse out in the cold, remember that it has a waterproof coat and a central heating system – the digestion of fibre generates a lot of heat, keeping horses warm from the inside out.

How do you waterproof a canvas horse rug?

To reproof, make sure your canvas is as clean as possible and apply one to two coats inside and out, concentrating on seams, back line and top of rug. 2 litres or Dynaproof should do 2-3 rugs depending on size and application rate.

Are canvas horse rugs waterproof?

No Canvas rug is 100% waterproof. But you will never stop water entering along any stitching seams. Canvas has lots of benefits – but if you need a rug that will keep your horse dry for long periods, avoid canvas and look at using synthetic deniers.

How often should you wash horse rugs?

Turnouts are done daily when they come in, just straps and the edges get a dandy brush over which keeps them looking cleaner for longer, I do it when they are still on the horse. As for washing them hw’s at the end of the season, lw’s 3-4 a year, but they get replaced often.

What is the best horse rug Reproofer?

Nikwax Rug Proof is a wash-in waterproofing for all horse rugs which adds water-repellency and revives breathability. It is ideal for all horse rugs and blankets with breathable linings and is recommended for use on Rambo Rugs.