{"id":5593,"date":"2023-06-28T06:52:24","date_gmt":"2023-06-28T06:52:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ukfabricsonline.com\/blog\/?p=5593"},"modified":"2023-06-26T11:56:49","modified_gmt":"2023-06-26T11:56:49","slug":"is-nylon-waterproof","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ukfabricsonline.com\/blog\/is-nylon-waterproof\/","title":{"rendered":"Is Nylon Waterproof?"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\" aria-level=\"2\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5599 \" src=\"https:\/\/ukfabricsonline.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/3-6-300x180.jpg\" alt=\"Is Nylon Waterproof?\" width=\"502\" height=\"301\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ukfabricsonline.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/3-6-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ukfabricsonline.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/3-6.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 502px) 100vw, 502px\" \/><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>A common question we get: Is nylon waterproof?<\/p>\n<p>It is a common material option for clothes and outdoor equipment due to its performance and durability but although being a very versatile fabric, there is some misunderstanding regarding its waterproof capabilities.<\/p>\n<p>In this blog post we will dive into answering it!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_62 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ukfabricsonline.com\/blog\/is-nylon-waterproof\/#What_Is_Nylon\" title=\"What Is Nylon?\">What Is Nylon?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ukfabricsonline.com\/blog\/is-nylon-waterproof\/#Nylons_Composition\" title=\"Nylon&#8217;s Composition\">Nylon&#8217;s Composition<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ukfabricsonline.com\/blog\/is-nylon-waterproof\/#Is_Nylon_Waterproof\" title=\"Is Nylon Waterproof?\">Is Nylon Waterproof?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/ukfabricsonline.com\/blog\/is-nylon-waterproof\/#Can_You_Make_Nylon_Waterproof\" title=\"Can You Make Nylon Waterproof?\">Can You Make Nylon Waterproof?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/ukfabricsonline.com\/blog\/is-nylon-waterproof\/#What_Happens_When_Nylon_Gets_Wet\" title=\"What Happens When Nylon Gets Wet?\">What Happens When Nylon Gets Wet?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/ukfabricsonline.com\/blog\/is-nylon-waterproof\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\" aria-level=\"2\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5602 \" src=\"https:\/\/ukfabricsonline.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/1-8-300x180.jpg\" alt=\"Is Nylon Waterproof?\" width=\"498\" height=\"299\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ukfabricsonline.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/1-8-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ukfabricsonline.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/1-8.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 498px) 100vw, 498px\" \/><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Nylon\"><\/span><strong>What Is Nylon?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Before we dive into the main subject, what exactly is Nylon?<\/p>\n<p>Nylon is a synthetic material that is commonly used in various industries and applications.<\/p>\n<p>Due to its strength, adaptability, and durability, nylon immediately became a popular alternative to silk after being created in the 1930s.<\/p>\n<p>In the textile sector, nylon is frequently used to create apparel, luggage, and other consumer goods. Plus, its low weight and excellent tensile strength make it the perfect option for a variety of industrial applications.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nylons_Composition\"><\/span><strong>Nylon&#8217;s Composition<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>A very brief but to the point explanation, Nylon is derived from petroleum and is created through a chemical process known as polymerization.<\/p>\n<p>That process leads to a long-chain synthetic polymer with repeated amide groups. That makes nylon&#8217;s distinctive qualities, such as its strength, flexibility, and resistance to abrasion, all of them due to its molecular structure.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\" aria-level=\"2\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5598 \" src=\"https:\/\/ukfabricsonline.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/2-7-300x180.jpg\" alt=\"Is Nylon Waterproof?\" width=\"502\" height=\"301\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ukfabricsonline.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/2-7-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ukfabricsonline.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/2-7.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 502px) 100vw, 502px\" \/><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Nylon_Waterproof\"><\/span><strong>Is Nylon Waterproof?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Nylon, in its untreated form, is not inherently waterproof. It is a hydrophilic material, meaning it has a natural affinity for water and can absorb moisture.<\/p>\n<p>Important to remember that if nylon is exposed to water, it can become wet and take some time to dry.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_You_Make_Nylon_Waterproof\"><\/span>Can You Make Nylon Waterproof?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Yes, it is possible to enhance its water resistance through various methods!<\/p>\n<p>The most common approach is to apply a durable water repellent (DWR) coating to the nylon fabric. This coating modifies the surface tension of the material, causing water to bead up and roll off rather than being absorbed.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_When_Nylon_Gets_Wet\"><\/span><strong>What Happens When Nylon Gets Wet?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Being nylon a hydrophilic material, meaning it has a natural affinity for water and absorbs moisture when exposed to it, that can lead to the fabric feeling damp and retaining the water, which may cause discomfort.<\/p>\n<p>Plus, the weight of nylon increases when it becomes wet due to water absorption which will be noticeable, particularly in items like backpacks or outdoor gear.<\/p>\n<p>Fortunately, nylon fabric tends to dry relatively quickly compared to natural fibers like cotton. However, proper drying is essential to maintain the quality of the fabric.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Nylon is not inherently waterproof but has some water-repellent properties. If you want, it is possible to increase its waterproofness capabilities with a DWR coating, which offers moderate protection against light rain.<\/p>\n<p>It is important to understand the limitations of nylon&#8217;s water resistance and take appropriate measures to maintain and enhance its performance when necessary.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you are considering nylon for clothing or outdoor gear, understanding its water resistance characteristics will help you make informed decisions.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Visit us at <a href=\"https:\/\/ukfabricsonline.com\/\">UK Fabrics Online<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p>If you have any questions, email us or leave a comment here.<\/p>\n<p>Hope you enjoy this one.<\/p>\n<p>Thank you!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; A common question we get: Is nylon waterproof? 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