Nikwax  Wool Wash

My go to wool wash is Ecover and like it, but I had some REI credit and decided to give Nikwax a try. My two bottles arrived earlier than scheduled from REI (thanks guys!) and on laundry day, so I loaded fired up the Speed Queen and consulted the bottle for instructions, where Nikwax lost its first star: the bottle is way heavier duty than it needs to be! C’mon Nikwax! Must the bottle be so thick that you can drive over it unscathed with a battle tank? Use less plastic! Nikwax lost its second star when I realized I would need to use HALF THE BOTTLE for my previously mentioned top loader. I reluctantly dumped about a third of the bottle in and ran my normal cycle. Unfortunately, I was again disappointed as my Tees came out not smelling fresh and clean, but rather “chemically treated.” I had high hopes for this product, but it pretty much disappointed me in every way.

I use merino wool exclusively for all socks, base layers, beanies, and any other clothing that touches the skin, so this is a staple product for me. It's absolutely perfect for removing funk (yes, which even merino will get after a week long sweaty hike, haha) while not harming the natural fibers. Instructions are on the bottle and easy to understand. Definitely recommend if you use wool products!

I use this product to clean and enhance wicking properties for my next to skin merino wool clothing. Including socks, tops, and hats. I noticed that my wool layers are softer, cleaner and wick better when I keep them clean with Nikwax Wool Wash.

When I was able to use a washing machine this worked great. However the hand washing was not very effective. I had to use hand washing all Summer and my socks never stopped being a little stiff and smelly. My experience was really a 3-star time but since most people probably have access to some kind of machine I bumped it up a bit. Great with a machine-Fine with hand wash.

This is the best cleaning agent for Base Layers (Smart Wool and others), and wool hats and other outdoor wool wear. Read the label and see the benefits - they are all true. It is worth the cost.

I’ve been using this product on my wool for years now and can’t recommend it enough. After one wash the wool feels plumped up and healthy. It’s hard to describe but it’s easy to notice. Wool is left feeling softer and more capable. I have no doubt it’s made my garments last longer and I don’t hold back on washing them regularly. Try it on your base layers, they will be noticeably less scratchy, even Marino wool as soft as it is feels better afterwards.

I use this on all my wool clothing, especially for hunting & camping! It makes a huge difference: wools are much softer & more comfortable after being washed in it. My wife has some sensitivity to wool, but after washing her clothes (socks in particular) with NikWax she can wear them without any irritation. A little goes a long ways! The large bottle lasts me almost 6 months of frequent, bi-weekly use.

I bought three Marino smartwool and icebreaker shirts thus, after a term of wearing i decided to clean it. I check the instruction however, i could not sure whether i diluted the wool wash detergent correctly. It would be great if they mark the measurement amount on the lid of the wool wash.

I love this stuff! My wool socks and baselayers feel soft and like-new after a wash with it. I'm not fond of the smell of it as it has a kind of plasticky-chemical smell but it fades pretty quickly as the clothes dry and you're left with a very faint lemon-like smell. I recommend it to all my customers!

wouldn't know... I cannot place an order without it being cancelled! Congratulations, you just lost a few thousand dollars in business that instead went to your competitors! I've been a loyal customer for decades and if you want me back, there had better be some perqs.