The entire leaf surface, including the hairs, is covered with nanoscale wax crystals which are the reason for the water repellent properties of the surfaces.
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Like most softshell fabrics, Windstopper products are typically coated with DWR ( Durable Water Repellent ), which provides them with a modest degree of water resistance.
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The bottom surface of a sleeping bag may be moderately water repellent, but a plastic tarp or groundsheet is often used to protect against moist ground.
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"' Case, Field First Aid Dressing "'- The field first aid dressing case is constructed of Army Shade 106 olive green water repellent treated nylon duck.
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Like the backpack shown here ( Vespa line, $ 210 ), all bags are made from neoprenelike material, which is water repellent and resists staining and tearing.
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The Mod�le 1947 paratroopers uniform kept on being produced in grey-green material ( water repellent and herringbone ) until 1969 and was replaced by the Mod�le 1964.
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Both wear and cleaning will reduce the performance of Gore-Tex clothes by wearing away the Durable Water Repellent ( DWR ) treatment on the surface of the fabric.
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One such sealer is Chimney Saver Water Repellent, sold by the Chimney Chap, Ken Keithly, 4 Trout Farm Lane, Duxbury, MA 02332, or call ( 508 ) 585-5321.
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That water repellent quality and its ability to retain warmth when wet is what sets PrimaLoft apart from the competition and trumps nature's best _ goose and duck feathers.
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Filson Wool Camo : Heavy-duty virgin wool pants, high in wind resistance and water repellent, sell for about $ 180, and a heavy coat-like shirt sells for $ 228.
