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How to Apply Sno-Seal for Maximum Waterproofing

By: Atsko Technical Info, Footware Care, Sno Seal 4 min read

If you’ve read our guide to boot care and waterproofing methods, you already know why a solid wax like beeswax outperforms oils, greases, and animal fats for long-term leather waterproofing — it stays fixed in the outer layer of the leather instead of migrating through it over time. This page covers the right way to […]

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FOOTWARE CARE TECHNICAL INFO SNO SEAL

Proper Care of Hardworking Leather

Sno-Seal provides maximum waterproofness and durability for smooth full-grain leather footwear. Oil or chrome tanned leather accepts Sno-Seal readily after removal of any factory coating. (Glycerin or Carnuba, wax which are water-soluble, is often applied for a temporary shine and scuff resistance). A new boot should be washed with a soft brush using Sport-Wash or […]

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FOOTWARE CARE TECHNICAL INFO SNO SEAL

Leather Care for Ice Skates

The comfort of real leather will never be matched because of its combination of strength, support, breathability, absorbency, elasticity, warmth, and feel. Proper care will maintain these features and extend the useful life of the skate. The upper or shoe must provide correct support to maximize performance and reduce injuries. Water proofing products like grease, […]

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ANIMAL VISION AND SMELL TECHNICAL INFO U-V-KILLER

UV Color and Vision References

Popular Publications Books Juried Scientific Publications Updated 03/28/2014

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ANIMAL VISION AND SMELL TECHNICAL INFO U-V-KILLER

U-V-Killer Application Tips and FAQ

Important: First wash garment in Sport-Wash. Scent-Free Sport-Wash rinses 100% removing all traces of old soap residue, grease, oil, dirt, and sizing that would prevent U-V-Killer from forming a bond with the fabric. Other soaps do not rinse out and they leave behind residue. Sport-Wash is safe for all fabrics and dyes. Spray Dry Garments. […]

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ANIMAL VISION AND SMELL TECHNICAL INFO U-V-KILLER

Behavioral Study Confirms That Deer See UV Brighteners

Bradley S. Cohen, David A. Osborn, George R. Gallagher, Robert J. Warren and Karl V. Miller Although many aspects of white-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) biology and physiology have been studied thoroughly, few studies have examined deer perception. We obtained a behavioral measure of light-adapted visual sensitivity based on performance of 7 deer in forced-choice discrimination […]

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ANIMAL VISION AND SMELL TECHNICAL INFO U-V-KILLER

Review of Color Vision in White-Tailed Deer (VerCauteren)

This is a comprehensive overview of the published studies of color vision in white-tailed deer. Published in December of 2003 it includes the owwos of those who preceeded Bradley Cohen’s team. This review by Kurt C. VerCauteren and Michael J. Pipas, both with the USDA in Fort Collins, CO enables you to trace the progress […]

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