Talking Textiles Today
Scuba is the popular term for for double knit four way stretch polyester fabric.
Scuba and neoprene fabric are often confused, this is understandable as its uses and names are a little mixed!
Neoprene consists of a thick foamy layer sandwiched between two layers of stretch polyester knit fabric, sometimes a four way stretch, and is very popular for water sports including scuba diving. Scuba fabric doesn’t have the foam layer, though its double knit properties has a slightly spongy feel.
Micro fleece soft dry waterproof and breathable fabric.
Colours Shades Available in;
Tree Leaf, Red, Dark Grey, Olive, Black – Fabric Samples Available
Super-soft, waterproof, windproof and breathable with a four way slight stretch quality.
Teflon coated water repellent finish on the face side(smooth side). Micro Fleece layer on reverse (Inner skin side fabric)
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Rain is part and parcel of living in England, yet we are constantly battling with it in a fight to defend ourselves and our property!
Though it’s essential for trees, plants, and our bodies to survive, we often need to control the water around us, as futile as this seems. We are of course extremely fortunate to live in a part of the world where rain is plentiful. This gives us lush green landscapes, an abundance of farm fresh food and reservoirs full to the brim with rainwater ready to be converted into clean drinking water for the whole country. Continue reading “Waterproof Water Repellent or Water Resistant?”
