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2. Durable water repellent - Wikipedia

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   Durable water repellents are commonly used in conjunction with waterproof breathable fabrics such as Gore-Tex to prevent the outer layer of fabric from becoming saturated with water. This saturation, called 'wetting out,' can reduce the garment's breathability (moisture transport through the breathable membrane) and let water through.

3. Sympatex - Wikipedia

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   Sympatex is a type of fabric that is branded as waterproof but "breathable", made or licensed by Sympatex Technologies GmbH a company founded in 1986. [ 2 ] [ 1 ] The fabric features a waterproof, windproof and breatheable membrane that is laminated to fabrics either on its inner surface or sandwiched between two fabric layers (often marketed ...

4. Waterproof fabric - Wikipedia

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   Drop of water on 100% polyester textile. Waterproof/breathable fabrics resist liquid water passing through, but allow water vapour to pass through. Their ability to block out rain and snow while allowing vapour from sweat to evaporate leads to their use in rainwear, waterproof outdoor sports clothing, tents, and other applications.

5. Gore-Tex - Wikipedia

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   Gore-Tex is W. L. Gore & Associates's trade name for waterproof, breathable fabric membrane. It was invented in 1969. Gore-Tex blocks liquid water while allowing water vapor to pass through and is designed to be a lightweight, waterproof fabric for all-weather use.

6. Scotchgard - Wikipedia

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   In 1938 Roy J. Plunket, a recent hire at DuPont, discovered polytetrafluoroethylene (or Teflon)—a fluoropolymer that led to the invention of synthetic rubber. [2] His early discovery led 3M scientists to develop the formula for Scotchgard, discovered by accident in 1953 when Joan Mullan—a 3M lab technician—spilled a few drops of a fluorochemical liquid destined for rubber jet fuel hoses ...

7. The 9 Best Men’s Ski Pants and Bibs for 2024 - AOL

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   From icy chair lift rides to falling on your bottom and knees repeatedly on any given day, a sturdy, waterproof, breathable, and bendy pair of pants will be crucial for a successful day on the ...

8. Breathability - Wikipedia

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   Air permeability is the ability of a fabric to allow air to pass through it. While air permeable fabrics tend to have relatively high moisture vapor transmission, it is not necessary to be air permeable to be breathable. Moisture Vapor Transfer (MVT) in waterproof fabrics occurs by two processes:

9. 7 Best Heated Cat Houses for Outdoor Cats to Keep Them Warm ...

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   Its insulated walls and 100% waterproof roof provide extra protection from rain, wind, and cold temperatures. Equipped with two exits covered by clear PVC flaps, this outdoor cat house offers ...