the first "level" of non-absorption of water - see water-resistant and waterproof. In a light shower, the fabric will remain dry for a time and not readily absorb water.
hindering the penetration of water; "a water-repellent coat"
When a fabric is air-permeable, but blocks the passage of liquid to a certain degree. Fabrics are treated with a type of finish to achieve this effect. Like waterproof fabric, it is very difficult to print on this type of fabric.
A term applied to fabrics that can shed water, but are permeable to air and comfortable to wear.
The characteristic of a fiber to resist wetting. Most water repellent garments have a coating to achieve water repellence. Water-Repellent fabric can shed water but are permeable to air.
Fabrics that can shed water but are allow air to pass through. The fabrics are made by treating material with resin, wax or a plastic finish.
The characteristic of a fiber to resist wetting. Most water repellent garments have a coating to achieve water repellence, such as DWR (Durable Water Resistance).
Possessing the ability to resist penetration by water.