CARE ADVICE
Here you get tips on how to take care of your Stierna functional garments in the best way so that they work as they should, stay fresh, and can withstand many years of use.

 

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Stierna Equtex Waterproof Garments

Here are tips on how to take care of your Stierna EQUTEX ™ garments in the best way so that they retain optimum performance and withstand many years of use.

Even if you have never worn your Stierna coat in the rain,  general use, especially around horses, means dirt and grease can clog the pores of the fabric over time so to maintain optimum performance and longevity of your garment please follow the below instructions,  wash as needed with an appropriate product, and re-proof at least once per season depending on level of use.

All EQUTEX materials are waterproof and windproof and have vapor permeability, “breathable".

Wash the garment on a regular basis to maintain the full functionality and avoid clogging the breathability with dirt. In addition to a waterproof membrane, all EQUTEX materials have a DWR (Durable Water Repellent) treatment, which is a surface treatment of the fabric to make it dirt and water repellent. If the outer fabric gets wet, the garment’s breathability is prevented and the wet/cold fabric hangs against your body - the membrane that sits on the inside of the fabric is still active and the garment is waterproof - but it can be experienced that the garment "leaks" when condensation forms on the inside of the garment. The garment then needs to be re-proofed, and we recommend that this is done at least once per season or more often depending on how much the garment has been used, as the surface treatment will be worn off over time.

WASHING & REPROOFING

- Follow the care instructions on the label inside the garment.

- Before washing Brush off mud, sand, hay and hair.
- Close all zippers and velcros before washing and release adjustable cords on hood, waist, and bottom. And don’t forget to empty the pockets of horse treats!
- Use a mild detergent suitable for technical waterproof/breathable fabrics, we recommend Nikwax Tech Wash. General Household detergents can destroy the functionality of the fabric and will affect the waterproofness.

Never use fabric softener, as it clogs the pores of the membrane and destroys the garment's breathability. Make sure the washing machine drawer is clean and if you have used fabric softener, run an empty wash program before the actual wash to rinse off any residue.
- Rinse the garment thoroughly and do not overdose on the detergent. Dosage Nikwax Tech Wash: 100-150 ml per wash (the higher amount applies to hard water areas). Wash a maximum of 2 garments at a time. Remember that a long coat is equal to two (2) garments and dose accordingly.
- Hang-dry the garment at room temperature. or if you have a tumble drier you may dry on Cool Setting only
- When re-proofing EQUTEX garments, we recommend Nikwax TX.Direct Wash-in. Follow the instructions on the bottle. Dosage Nikwax TX.Direct Wash-in: 100 ml per garment. Remember that a long coat is equal to two (2) garments and dose accordingly. if you have a tumble drier you may use this but MUST be on the cool setting for the minimum time,
- If you have questions whatsoever please dorp us a line by email Hello@stierna.co.uk or Whatsapp 07340170838

 

Care instructions Breeches
Here are tips on how to take care of your Stierna breeches in the best way so that they keep their performance, stay fresh and withstand many years of use.

- Follow the washing instructions on the label inside the garment.
- Close zippers and buttons before washing. And don’t forget to empty the pockets of horse treats!
- Turn the breeches inside out before washing to avoid unnecessary wear on the silicone grip.
- Use gentle detergent without bleach. We recommend Nikwax Techwash. Never use fabric softener as it impairs the moisture transport of the fabric and is an unnecessary burden on the environment.
- Hang-dry the garment at room temperature.
- All our breeches have a surface treatment of the fabric to make them dirt-repellent. The winter breeches also have a surface treatment that is water-repellent. The surface treatment needs to be renewed (re-proofed) at least once per season or more often depending on how much the garment has been used as the surface treatment will be worn off over time. For re-proofing, we recommend Nikwax TX.Direct Wash-in. Follow the instructions on the bottle.
- If you have any questions, contact the store where you bought the garment or Stierna's customer service.

 
Care instructions Fleeces and Tops
Here are tips on how to take care of your Stierna garments in the best way so that they keep their performance, stay fresh and withstand many years of use.

- Follow the washing instructions on the label inside the garment.
- Close zippers and buttons before washing. And don’t forget to empty the pockets of horse treats!
- Turn garments with print inside out before washing.
- We recommend that a laundry bag is used to reduce wear on the garment, and in addition, the laundry bag catches the microplastic particles that would otherwise have come out with the washing water and ended up in our waterways
- Use gentle detergent without bleach. We recommend Nikwax Techwash. Never use fabric softener as it impairs the moisture transport of the fabric and is an unnecessary burden on the environment.
- Hang-dry at room temperature.