Granger's · Outdoor Furniture Cushion Protectants
Granger's Repel Plus DWR Spray
water-repellent coating spray with unknown PFAS content; formula not disclosed.
This water-repellent coating spray for outdoor textiles lacks public ingredient or PFAS disclosure. The brand has not revealed formula details.
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Material
Wax-based water-repellent coating (composition not fully disclosed)
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
What Granger's Repel Plus DWR Spray is made of, ingredients and materials
Granger's Repel Plus is a spray-on water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating based on wax chemistry rather than Teflon-family coating, which is a lower-risk formulation choice. However, the full ingredient list is not publicly disclosed by the manufacturer. Wax-based DWRs can contain solvents (typically petroleum distillates) and potentially silicone compounds; these are released during spraying and initially after application before curing. The 'Plus' variant's exact additives remain proprietary, limiting independent hazard assessment.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product.
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
Water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from solvent carrier
Wax-based water-repellent coating sprays typically use petroleum distillates or hydrocarbons as propellant and carrier; inhalation during spraying can cause respiratory irritation, headache, and dizziness. No VOC content limit is declared on the product label or by Granger's.
Incomplete ingredient disclosure
The 'Plus' formulation additive package is not listed; if silicone-based UV stabilizers or other adjuvants are present, their safety profile cannot be independently assessed. This opacity prevents consumers from avoiding known allergens or sensitivities.
Durability and reapplication burden
Wax-based coatings are less durable than fluorinated water-repellent coating, requiring frequent reapplication and therefore higher cumulative solvent exposure over the product lifetime. This increases total inhalation risk relative to longer-lasting alternatives.
Fire risk from solvent content
The solvent carrier is flammable; storage near heat sources or open flame presents a burn hazard. The can itself includes standard aerosol pressurization risks if damaged or exposed to warmth.
Respiratory sensitization from repeated use
Workers or enthusiasts applying water-repellent coating spray frequently may develop chemical sensitivity or occupational asthma from cumulative solvent exposure, particularly if ventilation is inadequate. No respiratory hazard warning is prominently displayed on typical Granger's packaging.
The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
Granger's is a UK-based heritage brand specializing in leather and textile care products with decades of market presence. The company has not published ingredient transparency statements or made a public commitment regarding PFAS avoidance in this product line. No major recalls specific to Repel Plus water-repellent coating spray are documented in public databases. The absence of disclosure is notable given industry-wide scrutiny of water-repellent coating coatings for fluorochemical content.
How it compares in its category
Most conventional water-repellent coating sprays rely on long-chain PFOA or PFOS alternatives (C6 fluorochemicals or even C4 variants), making Granger's wax-based approach comparatively lower-risk on PFAS grounds if the claim is substantiated. However, non-fluorinated water-repellent coating sprays have shorter durability and require more frequent reapplication. Competitor products like Nikwax TX.Direct and Fibertec offer clearer ingredient disclosure and explicit PFAS avoidance, placing Granger's in a middle position for transparency.
If you buy it
Use Repel Plus outdoors or in well-ventilated spaces only; solvent fumes are a concern during application. Apply thin, even coats and allow 24-48 hours curing time before use or storage. Reapply every 2-4 months depending on weather exposure and washing frequency, as wax-based coatings degrade faster than fluorinated versions. Store the can tightly sealed in a cool location and keep away from open flame; solvent content makes this moderately flammable.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 45% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Granger's has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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