Waterproofing work gear

[Kiw111]

My brother is a contractor, and he's had it with getting his work gear soaked.

He's had a bunch of jobs where he gets drenched, his tools get soaked and rusty, and his new drill shorted out.
He tried one of those cheap silicone sprays for his bag and jacket, but it didn't last and smelled awful.
Anyone know of a good product that will actually waterproof his stuff for good?

 

[it's me Tommy]

My brother is a contractor, and he's had it with getting his work gear soaked.

He's had a bunch of jobs where he gets drenched, his tools get soaked and rusty, and his new drill shorted out.
He tried one of those cheap silicone sprays for his bag and jacket, but it didn't last and smelled awful.
Anyone know of a good product that will actually waterproof his stuff for good?

This is a common issue that contractors often face. Cheap sprays rarely hold up. For jackets and bags, skip silicone. Try Stormtex-Air 203 or Helly-Hansen Mandal waterproof gear. Both are made from PVC-coated fabrics for construction and use. These resist water and abrasion but do not trap heat. For tools and tool bags, use hard cases with rubber seals or add a waterproof liner inside a soft bag. If he works in heavy rain or around standing water, add desiccant packs inside the case to fight moisture. Is he mostly outdoors or in partially covered areas? Helps narrow down what gear will hold up.

 

[Vanya]

Look for a durable water-repellent product like nikwax TX-Direct or Gear Aid revivex. Clean the gear first, spray evenly, and let it dry completely; it’ll last way longer and won’t smell awful

 

[davispitt]

SofSole or Atsko silicone sprays work well on tougher materials too