ProtectMe Fabric Protector Questions & Answers

Hi Robert! You can rest assured protectME won't change the texture and feel of the fabric. protectME is safe to use on most fabrics but we do get you to check the care instructions of the fabric to make sure it isn't "dry clean only".

Using a water based protector like protectME on these sorts of materials, can cause slight colour loss or fading.

If there are no care instructions, it's best to check with the manufacturer.

ProtectME will also only work on water absorbing material fibres.

We highly recommend to spot test first in an inconspicuous area to check for colour fastness.

We hope this helps!

I sincerely doubt it from my experience with the product

Hello Rose, I am sorry to hear that you haven't been happy with how protectME has performed and we do offer a 100% money-back guarantee. Is it ok if I ask you a few questions? How much product did you use? How many coats did you apply? Did you treat the whole luggage? Do you have a photo you can share?

We usually recommend applying 100ml of protectME per m2 of fabric for most fabrics per coat. Please note that some fabrics will require a second coat — usually thicker/more absorbent fabrics such as rugs, linen, cotton, or loose weave fabrics. This second coat can be applied within 30 mins from the first with another 100ml per M2.

Based on this ratio, our 750ml bottle will cover about 7.5m2 of fabric and our 5-litre container will cover 50m2 of fabric.

The coating should last 2-3 years depending on traffic.

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I am so sorry for the delay in getting back to you.

You can iron your clothes after applying protectME as protectME can withstand temperatures of up to 250 degrees celsius.

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Yes you can iron after protecting with protectME as the coating that protectME leaves behind, can withstand temperatures of up to 250 degrees celsius.

We usually recommend applying 100ml of protectME per m2 of fabric for most fabrics per coat. Please note that some fabrics will require a second coat — usually thicker/more absorbent fabrics such as rugs, or loose weave fabrics. This second coat can be applied within 30 mins from the first with another 100ml per M2. Based on this ratio, our 750ml bottle will cover about 7.5m2 of fabric and our 5 litre container will cover 50m2 of fabric.

That particular material shouldn't need a 2nd coat but completely up to you if you did want to do another coat. The second coat can be applied 30 mins after the first coat.

Hope this helps.

Thank you

Hi Donna. Yes you can use protectME on outdoor furniture not a problem. Any outdoor furniture we do recommend you apply 2 coats. It is best to check with the manufacturer has not already applied a fabric protector to the furniture or the material itself.

protectME needs water absorbing fibres to adhere to and if there is already a protector applied, then protectME will just spill straight off.

please note using protectME won't help with protection against fading as using protectME won't increase the SPF rating of the fabric.

Hope this helps!

Thanks so much for contacting us. protectME is safe to use on most fabrics including viscose but we do get you to check the care instructions of the fabric to make sure it isn't "dry clean only". Using a water based protector like protectME on dry clean only materials, can cause slight colour loss or fading.

If there are no care instructions, it's best to check with the manufacturer.

ProtectME will also only work on water absorbing material fibres.

We highly recommend to spot test first in an inconspicuous area to check for colour fastness.

Hope this helps.

Thanks so much for contacting us. protectME can withstand pH levels of between 2-13. Most bodily fluids would be between that range but vomit can sometimes be more acidic and sit around the 1pH. If there has been an accident, blot it up with paper towel, and use a product like urineFREE to break down the organic matter and clean the area.

You will not need to reapply protectME after you have done this but it might pay to retreat after any vomit incase the acidity has eaten through the coating slightly.

Hope this helps.

Yes you can.

The coating that protectME leaves behind can withstand temperatures of up to 250 degrees celcius. A standard iron normally gets to 220 degrees celcius.

Hi Franches, protectME can be used on car seats. We do recommend checking the manufactures care instructions as some seated can not be treated due to the fire retardant that they apply.

Morning. When applying protectME, you should use enough product so that the material looks wet all over. Normally we recommend applying 100ml per M2 of fabric per coat. Very absorbent materials should have 2 coats and the second coat can be applied 30 mins after the first coat.

Can I ask what material the dress is?

Can I ask how much product you applied?

We don't recommend applying protectME to to wet materials as it is already water based and it can dilute the product making it less effective.

Thanks

Thank you for your message. protectME works on most types of fabric, including silk, so should not be an issue but please double check on the care instructions that the material isn't "dry clean only". protectME is water based and using our product on these sorts of materials is not recommended as it can cause slight colour loss or fading.

Please always do a spot test first to ensure your fabric is colourfast, especially when natural dyes are involved.

ProtectME will last on the shirt for up to 30 washes.

We hope this helps.

Thanks, Rachel

protectME has been primarily developed to protect against liquid stains and dirt. The way it works is by coating each individual fibre with a clear, breathable coating that will stop the fibres from retaining any moisture and also stop the fibres holding onto any dirt which has been found to be the main food source for mould. Take away these 2 things and mould will find it very hard to survive.

Hi Julie.

Applying our protectME fabric protector will not change the look, feel or smell of the fabric.

Thanks Rachel

Great thanks

For me the fabric felt the same after treatment but I must say the actual protection didn’t last anywhere near the “ up to three years” as per their claim. I would say 18 months to two years.

Hi Peachy. Can I ask what you applied the protectME fabric protector to? Couch, rug, dining chairs? We do recommend 2-3 years depending on traffic so for higher traffic areas like carpets and rugs, then we say 2 years as the nano coating wears thin through abrasion.

Can I ask how much product you applied and how many coats as well as what sort of material it was you were treating. you are welcome to send photos through if you wish.

Thanks

Hello protectME can be used on velvet, microfibre and most fabrics with a nap like faux fur beds. We recommend to use a soft brush to help raising the nap of the fabric and ensure even product distribution, once protectME has been sprayed on.

You can read our blog post about velvet here: external link 

Just bear in mind that with faux fur, the weave is quite loose. The way protectME works is that it coats each individual fibre so with loose weave material, won't cause the beading affect and is not to be confused as a waterproofer. Our product is breathable, so does not change the look, feel or smell of the product.

protectME can be applied and it lasts for around 30 washes.

We hope this helps!

Thanks, protectME team.

Mi Mario, protectME works on outdoor fabrics. We recommend applying one strong coat or two coats for outdoor items. Please note that if the fabric has been previously treated with another fabric protector, we do not recommend applying protectME on top of it as it would not be able to bond properly with the fabric and form the water repellent coating. As you mention that the sail shades are not 100% waterproof, if they have been treated by the manufacturer, this may mean that the coating has started wearing off.

Please also note that protectME will not prevent fabric colours from fading in the sun.

We hope this helps.

Thanks, Dan

Thanks Dan the sail shades are only been installed last week the are sold as weather resistant so a little rain does pass. "The material is enhanced with Americhem UV resistant additive" but I was after a more water resistant approach as well. The shade cloth is 280gsm Instahut brand. Will the above coating interfere if I would apply protect Me?

Hi Mario, we can't speak to the water resistance of Americhem UV resistant additive or its interference with protectME. If you would like to order protectME and do a small test patch to see if it works, we would be happy to honour our 30 days money back guarantee if it doesn't work. Thanks, Dan

Hi Gaye, yes you can!

I allowed my chairs to dry inside, so I am unable to assist with any advice.

Hi Jenny, Thank you for your enquiry. Yes protectME can be used on this type of rug. Please note that jute is very absorbent so you may need to repeat the treatment a couple of times to protect it.

Thankyou for getting back to me. Looks like a great product. I'll do an online order. Cheers Jen.

Hi Patt, sorry for the delayed reply. protectME is non toxic and safe for your pets. It is water based and does not contain PFAS or any other toxic chemicals you may find in other mainstream fabric protectors. So you should be fine applying it to your couch and letting them on the couch once the coating is fully cured (12 hours). We hope this helps!

Hi Nicole, We recommend an application rate of 100ml per square meter of fabric. For a 6 seater the 750ml would not be enough, we would recommend either the 2 Litre + 750ml or the 5L depending on the amount of fabric that is to be treated.