2024-05-10
How to Revive a Raincoat's Water Repellency
Water-resistant coats are made from natural or synthetic fibers treated with a coating that will repel light precipitation for a brief time. These coats are usually breathable and easy to care for and include fabrics such as Gore-Tex, nylon, polyester, and laminated or waxed cotton. If water no longer beads up and rolls off the surface of your raincoat, it has lost its water repellency. Luckily, there are some remedies.