G'day Michael,

The Permethrin treatment isn't really designed for larger items like a rooftop tent, but it could possibly work. We're not sure how effective it would be given you'd usually dilute it, and submerge items on the solution. You could try to dilute it usinf the bug net ratio of 20mL to 500mL (water), and apply it using a spray bottle or similar. You'd want to soak the fabric to penetrate, and leave it to dry well. In clothing it will generally last through approx 30 washes or 12 months, so if you have mainly dry weather, it should last well. As we don't know if this would impact the canvas material, it would be wise to do a test patch first. 

G'day Laura,

Yes, this concentrate will need to be diluted with water, I will pop a chart below with some amounts. Please note the amount of Permethrin absorbed depends upon the material to be treated. The quantities below are accurate only for the material stated.

Permethrin = 1gm per 2mL in solvent

G'day Laura, 

You could spray this onto your tent and backpack, you would just want to make sure you get a good covering with the solution and let it dry. It just may not be as effective as submerging but will still work. This treatment can also affect the DWR or Gore-Tex as it may damage the fabric or the waterproof membrane.

G'day Dimity,

This will work to repel bed bugs if you have treated the fabric such as sheets and clothes. It is also good to use a personal insect repellent in combination.

I've never done this but I can't see why it wouldn't work, Julie. 

G'day Lyn,

We're not aware of anyone who used this to treat horse rugs, but if they are a porous/absorbant material and not a waterproofed or canvas-style material, we can see any reason why it wouldn't work.

G'day Sarah,

This treatment lasts up to 6 months, assuming you treat your clothes as you normally would, including normal washing processes.
Hope that helps!

G'day Andrew,

I don't believe this will work for tarp or groundsheets, as they're generally plastic woven or plastic mesh.
This can only really be used with fabric or material that is porous/permeable.
If you have non-waterproof cotton canvas groundsheets/tarps, you may need a few bottles. Apparently, 20ml of concentrate will treat 2 single bed sheets, if that gives you an idea of rate.

G'day Dianne,

I've checked in with the team & no-one here has personal experience with this product.  Apparently, Permethrin can smell alittle during the application process, but ultimately the smell goes away. A quick google also suggests that Permethrin is odourless, so I think if you're worried about smell, you wont have any issues with this product.

G'day Karla,

There's no clear info on this from the product specifications, but I've done some research on google and it seems people regularly treat merino clothing and socks with Permethrin with no issues at all.
I'd recommend having a google and reading more about people's experiences before you proceed, just to make sure you are happy with that info!

G'day Eric,

I've done some quick research on this one, and it seems as though Permethrin is effective in deterring midges to a certain extent.
Seems like it could be a good option, but isn't foolproof.

G'day Brian,

Yep, that application for swags would be the same instructions as provided for tents.

G'day Dave,

Great question! I've had a chat with the supplier and they've said the Permethrin Treatment will last about 12 months and for 30 washes.

G'day Syed,

We wouldn't recommend using the Debugger on garments with DWR or Gore-Tex as it may damage the fabric or the waterproof membrane.

G'day Mochelle,

The instructions supplied with the Debugger Permethrin Treatment indicate that items must be submerged in the solution and left to dry. You may be about to make up a solution and put it in a spray bottle, but it would be hard to determine the effectiveness.

G'day Jodie,

I've just been and checked the instruction manual in the box, and they suggest that you can use 10mL of the Permethrin Treatment with 4L of water to treat up to 4 shirts at a time.