Jan 17, 2026
Care & Fabric Guides – How to Look After Your Kit
Care and fabric guides help you get more life out of country clothing, footwear and accessories. This is the main place to learn how to clean, reproof and maintain your gear so it performs properly in real conditions.
You will find practical advice on boot care, waterproofing, fabric types and everyday upkeep. Each guide focuses on what works when you are out walking, working or shooting.
Care & Fabric Guides
Care & fabric guides explain how materials work and how to look after clothing, footwear and accessories so they last longer.
| Guide area | Articles included |
|---|---|
| Boot care and waterproofing | |
| Jacket care and reproofing | |
| Waxed and technical fabrics explained | |
| Base layers and knitwear care | |
| Socks, waterproof membranes and technical materials | |
| General fabric care and materials |
Boot comfort and care
Boot care is closely linked to comfort. If your boots are rubbing, leaking or causing sore feet, these walking guides can help you choose better socks, improve fit and reduce blister problems.
- How should walking boots fit?
- The complete guide to prevent foot blisters when walking
- Which hiking socks are best for you?
Related guide sections
- Walking and outdoor gear guides – choosing boots, socks and walking kit
- Shooting and fieldsports guides – clothing and footwear used in the field
- Farming and gardening gear guides – practical workwear and waterproof clothing
Care Products & Outdoor Essentials
Browse products that help protect, maintain and extend the life of your clothing and footwear. These categories cover boot care, waterproofing, wax jackets, knitwear and outdoor layers used throughout the year.
Look After Your Kit
Good clothing and footwear lasts longer when it is cleaned, stored and maintained correctly. The guides above help you care for wax jackets, dealer boots, wellington boots and knitwear so they continue performing season after season.
Use them to keep your gear in good condition, improve durability and get better value from every purchase, whether you're maintaining walking boots, wax jackets or base layers.