stainproof

Spills wipe off

Stainproof describes materials or surfaces treated to resist staining: stainproof carpet, stainproof tablecloth.

The claim is usually relative—resistant to common stains rather than truly impervious to all.

Also used as a verb meaning to apply such treatment: We had the upholstery stainproofed.

resistant

water-resistant

Able to repel moisture

coating

sealant

Gap-blocking substance

impregnation · sealer · topcoat · waterproofing · nanotechnology · spray-on · teflon · silicone · fluoropolymer

textile

upholstery

Furniture's textile layer

apron · uniform · workwear · activewear · microfiber · polyester · nylon · spill-resistant

surface

countertop

Flat kitchen work surface

tile · grout · vinyl · linoleum · flooring · slipcover · furniture · tabletop · backsplash

cleanliness

spotless

Completely free of marks

unsoiled · untarnished · hygienic · sanitary · fresh · squeaky-clean · low-maintenance

durable

long-lasting

Persisting over extended time

industrial-strength · permanent · reliable · sturdy · resilient · colorfast · washable · machine-washable

Categories
Opposites
resistance to staining

stainproofstainable

Able to absorb dye

absorbent · porous · permeable · unprotected · untreated

absorbency

stainproofabsorbent

Able to soak up

porous · permeable · spongy · penetrable · unsealed

Family

stain, proof, stained, waterproof, stains, foolproof, unstained, soundproof, fireproof

Familiarity
Top 50,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G