Do you want to know whether you can safely use Canvas & Cotton Protector on your cotton tent or canvas fabric? Below you will find clear answers about PFAS, use at the campsite or in your garden, and how to prevent stains or uneven results.
Is Canvas & Cotton Protector PFAS-free?
Yes.
Ultramar maintenance products are PFAS-free. This means they are developed without persistent fluorinated substances.
PFAS-free does not mean less effective. The product is designed to provide long-lasting water repellency for cotton fabric and is suitable for home use.
Is Canvas & Cotton Protector safe for people, pets and the environment?
Yes, when used normally and according to the instructions.
Because Ultramar maintenance products are PFAS-free, they are suitable for use around your home, in your garden and at the campsite.
Always work carefully and avoid unnecessary spillage. Use the product only for its intended purpose: protecting cotton and canvas fabric.
Can you use Canvas & Cotton Protector at the campsite or in your garden?
Yes.
The product is designed for consumers and home use. You can apply it in your garden or at the campsite, as long as you work neatly and allow the fabric to dry completely.
Ensure good ventilation and prevent excess product from dripping onto the ground or other materials.
Can you use Canvas & Cotton Protector indoors with sufficient ventilation?
This is possible if you provide good ventilation.
Open windows and doors and work in a well-ventilated space. Allow the treated fabric to dry completely before folding or storing it.
Can Canvas & Cotton Protector cause white marks?
White marks may appear if too much product is applied in one area and not distributed evenly.
To prevent this:
- Work evenly in consistent sections
- Distribute the product immediately after application
- Avoid excessive product build-up in small areas
If in doubt, test first on a small, less visible area.
How do you prevent stains or uneven results when waterproofing?
A good result starts with proper preparation.
- Cleaning – Clean the fabric with Sprayhood & Tent Shampoo.
- Stain Removal – Use Power Cleaner for deeply embedded stains or stubborn contamination.
- Protection – Apply Canvas & Cotton Protector to clean and completely dry fabric.
Work systematically from top to bottom and make sure the fabric is evenly saturated.
Do not be too economical, but also avoid pooling. Even application gives the best result.
Is Canvas & Cotton Protector safe for windows, zippers and plastic parts?
Canvas & Cotton Protector is intended for cotton and canvas fabric.
Avoid contact with:
- Plastic windows
- Plastic components
- Zippers
If product comes into contact with plastic or windows, wipe it off immediately with a cloth.
For cleaning and maintaining plastic windows, use dedicated Ultramar plastic window products that are specifically developed for that material.
In short
Canvas & Cotton Protector is PFAS-free and suitable for home use, in the garden or at the campsite. Always apply it to clean and completely dry cotton fabric, ensure proper ventilation and work evenly to prevent marks.
Use it only on cotton and canvas fabric and avoid contact with plastic windows and other plastic components.
Ultramar helps consumers clean, maintain and protect boat covers, tents, convertible roofs, plastic windows and other outdoor materials themselves, using PFAS-free maintenance products that are easy to use at home and based on a proven three-step maintenance process.
