Best options for reproifing old laser tent

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Retiredtester
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Best options for reproifing old laser tent

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Looking to plunder the riches of the boner hive mind once again....

I've been given an old terra nova tent (laser I believe, the old school, balloon bed era omm type) and am thinking I should probably reproof it before testing it in the field. What are people's current recommendations for reasonably straight forward fly, ground sheet and seam proofing? As ever, thanks in advance.
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I'd likely just give it a coat of spray-on proofer. Just make sure it's suitable for silicone coated fabrics.
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As above - spray lightly to avoid dribbles. Two or three thin coats is better than the 'lenon drizzle' effect.
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Re: Best options for reproifing old laser tent

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Lovely, thank you. Nikwak solar proofer seems good value and well reviewed?
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Nikwak solar proofer seems good value and well reviewed?
If that's UV protection and waterproofer then why not. TN are not known for their resilience to UV.
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S'wat I used :-bd
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Thanks again :-bd
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