Thermoflex Directions

Thermoflex is a brand of neoprene fabric. Like all neoprene, proper care and use of the fabric is the key to its long life. Thermoflex is found in many different brands of wet suits, gloves and outdoor or dive-related gear. If you want to wear Thermoflex items, you should know how to both use and care for Thermoflex.

Things You'll Need

  • Garden hose
  • Laundry line
  • Mild detergent
  • Sponge
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Instructions

  1. Using Thermoflex

    • 1

      Put on the Thermoflex wet suit or clothing. Put on the rest of your gear, like scuba equipment or kayaking clothing.

    • 2

      Dip yourself into water, letting a thin layer of water soak into the Thermoflex between the wet suit and your skin. Thermoflex, like all neoprene, works by trapping a thin layer of water between your skin and wet suit, allowing your body temperature to warm the thin layer of water.

    • 3

      Engage in your water sport or activity, paying attention to your body temperature which could change if there are leaks in your suit.

    Wash and Storage

    • 4

      Take off the Thermoflex gear and hang it on a laundry line. Thoroughly hose down the gear with fresh water. Let water drip off the suit.

    • 5

      Dip a sponge into a bucket of soapy water and scrub off any salt water corrosion or brine. Thoroughly rinse off Thermoflex with fresh water a second time.

    • 6

      Allow suit to dry completely. Hang on a plastic clothes hanger and store in a dark, dry location.