In these experiments we have conducted a few tests, trying to create a waterproof knit. The
samples tested on are, cotton for breath ability, viscose as it
does not shrink when heated and is biodegradable and wool which is
naturally water resistant due to natural oils such as Lanolin. The same amount of water with dye in is poured on each sample and left to absorb for five
minutes to get a rough idea how well the products work.
Treated with varnish resin
Treated with XT Proofer
Without treatment..
Since conducting the experiments i is clear to see that the XT water proof spray has worked the best. It deffinatly worked better than i was expcting and i was impressed when I saw the results, I did not
think that the XT Proofer would work as well as it did. Especially with the way it reacted with the cotton and Lycra mix creating
a breathable, flexible and water resistant sample that we can incorperate as one of the materials to be used within the garments for our collection.
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