{"id":8292,"date":"2024-09-19T16:27:08","date_gmt":"2024-09-19T08:27:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.textile-fabric.com\/archives\/8292"},"modified":"2024-09-19T16:27:08","modified_gmt":"2024-09-19T08:27:08","slug":"how-to-distinguish-between-water-repellent-and-waterproof","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.textile-fabric.com\/?p=8292","title":{"rendered":"How to distinguish between water-repellent and waterproof?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"MsoNormal\">\n Water repellent, also known as water repellent, abbreviated as W\/R, is a hydrophobic compound deposited on the surface of the fiber, leaving pores on the surface of the fabric through which air and water vapor can pass (through post-finishing). It is generally applied on  Water droplets form on the cloth (like lotus leaves).  But it is not really waterproof, water will still seep inside if it stays for a long time.  W\/R treated fabrics will lose effectiveness due to washing and prolonged use.  (The water-repellent here should include what we often call water repellent, as well as waterproof.) <\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">\n Commonly performed tests include: AATCC22-2005 Textile Water Repellency Test-Spray Method<br \/>\n AATCC193-2005 Anti-wetting: Waterproof\/Ethanol Solution Test,<br \/>\n AATCC118-2007 Oil Drainage: Hydrocarbon Resistance Test\n <\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">\n Waterproof, waterresistant\/waterproof (here should refer to waterproof and breathable fabrics), generally refers to making a rubber base on the bottom of the fabric, which is divided into two types: coating and lamination. Coating is often referred to as coating, and lamination is a composite  A layer of waterproofing material is at the back.  This is truly waterproof.  <br \/>\n The test standards are: BSEN20811-1992 Determination of water penetration resistance of textile fibers Hydrostatic pressure test\n <\/p>\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">\n<p class=\"MsoNormal\">\n Then, we can make a distinction based on energy efficiency::<br \/>\n (1) Waterproof products are more durable and have more stable physical and chemical properties than water-repellent products; waterproof products usually do not fail due to washing and long-term use.  <br \/>\n (2) Waterproof products have higher water pressure resistance indicators than water-repellent products, usually at least 3000MM.  <br \/>\n (3) Applied to the specific function of clothing, the main function of water-repellent treatment is to reduce the adsorption of water by the fabric, so that water can be &#8220;pushed away&#8221; on the surface of the fabric; the waterproof treatment is a completely impermeable barrier, regardless of the fabric.  It keeps water out whether it absorbs it or not.  <br \/>\n (4) Waterproof products are tested for water pressure resistance, while water-repellent products are tested for exposure to rain. The latter is generally not coated and uses super water-repellent additives. 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