How to Maintain Your Diving Suit

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After purchasing a neoprene diving suit, periodic maintenance is essential.In this way it will last longer maintaining its characteristics for a long time.

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When you finish using it for a dive at the end of the day, rinse it with fresh water as soon as possible.Many dive centers have a tank where you can do this.Salt water causes the neoprene to lose flexibility and, furthermore, an unrinsed wetsuit stinks.
The wetsuit should be left to soak, as soon as possible, in warm, clean water for approximately 15 minutes.Occasionally it is necessary to clean it with a special detergent or baby shampoo.
If you have one, you can use the hanger specifically for wetsuits;otherwise, you can use a plastic one.Never use one made of thin metal, because it is a material that deteriorates the neoprene.Do not hang out your wetsuit in direct sunlight, as it could break;instead, find a shaded and ventilated place, such as under a tree.Let your wetsuit dry completely before putting it away to preserve its appearance and smell.
Before putting it away, check it for tears, holes or other damage.It's easier to fix them when they are still small.
Store the wetsuit in its place flat or hanging as described above.Do not fold it or put it in a drawer, otherwise the creases will remain and it may lose part of its insulating effect.

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Advice

Dive shops sell detergents for cleaning wetsuits.

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Warnings

Do not leave your wetsuit in direct sunlight.
Do not put your wetsuit in the dryer.Even though it seems obvious, there are people who have done it and you are warned.
Do not leave your wetsuit in the trunk of your car.
Do not expose your suit near spray cans or car exhaust.They would both ruin it.

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