How to Reproof a Barbour Jacket

Barbour Since 1894, the quality of the heavy jackets, to protect workers against the worst boat against the elements. A part of the way that protects the wearer is in a thin layer of wax on the jacket. However, do not stay here, the coating is not permanent. In fact, you have to criticize the vest each year to maintain maximum efficiency. Fortunately, the process is not so difficult. Clean the surface of the mantle with a sponge and cold water. Do not use hot water or try it in the washing machine and dryer, continually brought damage to the jacket. Open the can of melted wax, and put it in a water bath. Do not allow liquids to touch the wax, but you simply put the pot with water to melt the wax in it. Dab the wax on the jacket in small quantities and is controlled with a cloth like a towel or old T-shirt. Make sure you take care of wrinkles, cuffs and seams of the jacket. Avoid using wax on all parties who did not originally waxed directions, such as the neck or the lining of the jacket. Hang the jacket on a hanger. Put newspaper underneath. Now blow the whole bag. This condensed excess wax and gives a new coat luster .The daily catch the excess wax and too much of a disaster to be avoided. But just for a day of the award. Do not dry clean the jacket.