rainproofing
Making things waterproof
Rainproofing is the process of making something resistant to rain, or materials used for that purpose.
You can apply rainproofing to a tent, jacket, or boots.
The term covers both the act The rainproofing took all afternoon and the substance a spray-on rainproofing for leather.
Gap-blocking substance
- membraneThin tissue sheet
- tarpaulinWaterproof protective sheeting
- siliconeFlexible synthetic polymer
- polyurethaneVersatile synthetic resin compound
coating · caulking · weatherstripping · flashing · sarking · vapor barrier · damp-proofing · wax
Rooftop water channels
- downspoutVertical roof drainage pipe
- eavesProjecting roof edges
- overhangSection projecting beyond support
- awningMounted overhead shelter
canopy · drainage · shingles · siding · roofing · flashing · sloping · grading
Waterproof outer garment
- ponchoHeadhole garment for rain
- slickerWaterproof outer garment
- galoshesWaterproof shoe covers
- rainbootsWaterproof footwear for wet weather
umbrella · gaiters · dry bag · storm jacket · groundsheet
Resisting water penetration
- hydrophobicRepels aqueous substances
- imperviousUnable to be affected
- resistantWithstanding external forces
- sealedClosed to prevent entry
coated · treated · breathable · moisture-wicking · quick-drying · watertight · leakproof · stormproof
Persisting over extended time
- resilientAble to recover quickly
- robustStrong and durable
- weather-resistantAble to withstand elements
- wear-resistantAble to withstand friction
heavy-duty · reinforced · reliable · enduring · sturdy · hardwearing · protective · all-weather
sealant
Gap-blocking substance
polyurethane · coating · caulking · weatherstripping · flashing · sarking · vapor barrier · damp-proofing · wax · resin
gutters
Rooftop water channels
- downspoutVertical roof drainage pipe
- eavesProjecting roof edges
- overhangSection projecting beyond support
awning · canopy · drainage · shingles · siding · roofing · flashing · sloping · grading · french drain
raincoat
Waterproof outer garment
rainboots · umbrella · gaiters · dry bag · storm jacket · groundsheet
water-repellent
Resisting water penetration
- hydrophobicRepels aqueous substances
- imperviousUnable to be affected
- resistantWithstanding external forces
sealed · coated · treated · breathable · moisture-wicking · quick-drying · watertight · leakproof · stormproof
long-lasting
Persisting over extended time
- resilientAble to recover quickly
- robustStrong and durable
- weather-resistantAble to withstand elements
wear-resistant · heavy-duty · reinforced · reliable · enduring · sturdy · hardwearing · protective · all-weather · fade-resistant
rainproofingwetting
Adding moisture to
perforating · waterlogging · saturating · soaking · water absorption
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