Water proof spray?

Mate - there are a number of watering proof agents used to seal canvas etc that should work well; however, I can not remember the brand names.

For my work we use some to water proof our sleeping bags etc - whilst it wont save them if they are completely soaked - it does stop heavy dew etc.

goodday imusty
swambo ?she who must be obeyed ????????
on my boots i give them an occasionlal spray of silicone spray helps the water roll off but dont know if it actually waterprooves them

steve
check at bottom of post for proper meanining of swambo

Hello - in my opinion sprays etc will never do a proper job and you need to re apply on a regualr basis. They can also be expensive. I do the occasional bit of bushwalking and while it may seem basic and not involve any high tech , modern solution it cant be faulted - large plastic bag - cheap - light and keeps all the water out (though beware of condensation - dont leave it in the sun unless contents are 100% dry). Also keeps dust out. Garbage or garden bags bags are the cheapest/easiest to get - heavy duty plastic bags can be obtained from a mining supply companies if you want to get something a bit more robust.
Cheers
Greg

I would do one of two things.

1) Line the inside of your newly purchased bag with a very large Tuff Garden Garbage Bag.

2) Use the Completely waterproof "BAJA" bags that are available at good canoe & camping stores. They float, and certainly stop dust & sand. I use a 30 litre yellow one for ALL of my personal clothes & towel in that.

My experience with the waterproofing stuff, is that it gets a bit tacky during the hotter months, and collects dust.

Cheers

Wolfie

SWMBO = She Who Must Be Obeyed
so I guess SWAMBO = She Who Always Must Be Obeyed.

It's not in the list at the bottom of the screen, so don't bother looking there.

Was down at the local camping shop a couple of months ago asking about the same problem with waterproofing a jacket.
Have always used silicon spray up to now, but they suggested a product that you wash the item with. They thought it worked better.
Have you tried a local good camping/hiking shop?