I want to waterproof all our blankets soon. I have been doing some research and it seems there are blanket waterproofing solutions that require the blanket to be soaked for two hours (Nikko product recommended by Rambo) There are also sprays available at outdoor stores that simply require blanket to be thoroughly sprayed. Any feedback on what works? Thanks so much!!
Here are the sprays I am considering:
I waterproofed pony’s Turtleneck with the product Turtleneck recommends on their website, I forgot the name but it starts with an A I think. Its cheap and you spray the entire blanket while hanging outside, let it dry and you’re good to go. I think it has to be done every time the blanket is washed but it kept it 100% waterproof in between washings and was sold locally in a camping store so the entire process was very easy.
Be aware… When you re-waterproof, you lose breathability. Not a reason to throw out a good old blanket, but you have to be careful when temps are still getting warm during days, or with very active horses. 
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Be aware… When you re-waterproof, you lose breathability. Not a reason to throw out a good old blanket, but you have to be careful when temps are still getting warm during days, or with very active horses. :)[/QUOTE]
Thanks Melissa…would it help if you put stable sheet or blanket under re-waterproofed blanket so the first layer is absorbing heat?
I have not noticed that “breathability” even on new blankets prevents sweating. At All. So I am not going to worry about it.
A friend of mine does his with Thompson’s Waterseal, like you use on decks. He puts it in a pump sprayer and goes for it. He swears by it!
I ‘waterproofed’ a wind breaker recently with Star Brite Waterproofing. It is used for boat canvas (works great). It did a really good job on the wind breaker. Don’t know about breathability, but I want to stay dry. It has PTEF (protection Polymer Barrier Coating). Inexpensive. Purchase at Academy Sporting Goods (not BoatUS). It is made in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, and their website is www.starbrite.com
I actually am thinking about putting this on one of my ‘top’ layer turn out sheets. That way the guys can be out in the rain, but not soaked through.
I like paint on silicone tent reproofer.
Breathability lets heat out. It doesn’t prevent sweating, but it does allow a sweaty horse to dry more quickly and effectively.
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Thanks Melissa…would it help if you put stable sheet or blanket under re-waterproofed blanket so the first layer is absorbing heat?[/QUOTE]
I’ve always used the Nikwax products to wax and re-waterproof my blankets. I’ve always been completely satisfied with their performance and ease of use.
I read years ago in Practical Horseman about winter blanket care and using Scotchgard to waterproof them annual. Since then we Scotchgard our blankets yearly and so far so good!
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