Footwear & insoles
A clear application for controlling odour associated with bacterial growth.
SUBSTRATETextiles
PROBLEMBacteria-related odour
APPROACHFreshness / bacterial control
TECHNOLOGY
What is StayFresh®?
Antibacterial textile technology designed to control odour-causing bacteria and keep products fresh for longer.
Cloruro de platatechnology basis
Menos lavadosmay help reduce washing
Durabledesigned for continued use
Frescuracontrol of bacteria-related odour
STAYFRESH® IN USE
Where StayFresh® fits
Polygiene’s value is easier to understand through the finished product. The application and treatment are tailored to each brand’s substrate, textile construction and process.
Sports & outdoor textiles
Garments exposed to perspiration and intensive use that benefit from staying fresh between washes.
Workwear & uniforms
Uniforms, polo shirts, workwear and textile equipment used regularly.
Healthcare textiles
Uniforms, gowns, bedding and other textiles for healthcare settings.
Hospitality and home textiles
Frequently used textiles where freshness and care are important.
Fashion and everyday use
Fashion and textile accessories seeking to add a noticeable functional benefit.
COMBINING TECHNOLOGIES
StayFresh® + OdorCrunch®
For applications such as footwear, insoles or sportswear, combining technologies may be useful: StayFresh addresses bacteria-related odour, while OdorCrunch aims to capture environmental odours. Polygiene demonstrates this combination in real footwear applications.
View OdorCrunch →
OdorCrunch2.0®
StayCool®
StayFreshBIO®
ShedGuard®
ViralOff®Manufacturer sources: Official StayFresh page ↗ · Polygiene website ↗
FROM MATRIX TO TRIAL
How to select StayFresh for your application
It targets the growth of odour-causing bacteria in textiles. It is an option when the problem arises during use, with perspiration and moisture.
Sportswear and everyday clothing
Treatment integrated during textile manufacturing.
What to define: Fibre, construction, finish and odour after use.
Uniforms
Assess the textile under its normal care routine.
What to define: Washing, drying, finish durability and handle.
Home and pets
Assess textiles used regularly.
What to define: Actual use, cleaning and product performance.
Evaluation example
For a sports T-shirt, comparing odour after use and performance after washing helps distinguish the intended function from a simple fragrance effect.
Illustrative selection scenario; not a customer case or a guarantee of results.Before moving to production
Check the finished fabric and intended wash cycle. If environmental odours are also an issue, explore OdorCrunch2.0 and validate the compatibility of the combination.
Technology basis: official StayFresh information ↗. The evaluation criteria are Deltachem guidance to help define the project.
HOW IT WORKS
Controlling odour at its bacterial source
StayFresh® uses silver chloride/silver ion technology to inhibit the growth of odour-causing bacteria in treated textiles.
The aim is to address one of the causes of unpleasant odour rather than fragrance the product.
DELTACHEM EXPERIENCE
Real-world applications in everyday products
TEXTILE DEVELOPMENT
Prepare a trial that addresses your needs
The first step is to define the problem: odour generated during use or external odour retained in the fabric. This distinction guides the choice between technologies such as StayFresh and OdorCrunch.
1. Describe the fabric
Fibre composition, fabric weight, construction, colour and existing finishes. Sportswear and home textiles may require different approaches.
2. Define the use
Odour type, conditions of use and intended care. We agree what result would be useful for your product before choosing a solution.
3. Compare samples
Prepare a treated sample and a reference sample. Assess odour control, appearance, handle and performance after the intended care procedures.
Frequently asked questions
Are all StayFresh variants the same?
No. The documentation distinguishes StayFresh, StayFreshBIO and StayFreshQ. Select the product reference and review its specific documentation for the fabric, process and target market.
Can we promise a specific number of washes?
Durability must be supported by appropriate results for the specific product reference, fabric and process. Garment care must follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
What documentation do I need to get started?
Product brochures introduce the technologies. To prepare a trial, we identify the material and application and provide the relevant technical documentation.
NEXT STEP
Move forward with StayFresh
A business development manager will help you define your needs. You can request documentation or start a conversation about your product.
Product brochures →