waterproofness
Keeps moisture out
Waterproofness is the quality of being impervious to water.
The term appears in technical contexts where the degree of water resistance matters: The waterproofness of the fabric was tested under simulated rain conditions.
Materials may have varying levels of waterproofness, from water-resistant to fully waterproof.
Unable to be affected
- watertightPrevents liquid from passing
- hydrophobicRepels aqueous substances
- nonporousLacking absorbent openings
- sealedClosed to prevent entry
resistant · repellent · weatherproof · barrier · impermeable · moisture-resistant · leakproof · hermetic
Breathable waterproof membrane
- neopreneSynthetic rubber polymer
- polyurethaneVersatile synthetic resin compound
- PVCChlorinated plastic abbreviation
- rubberizedCoated with elastic polymer
laminate · membrane · coating · sealant · synthetic · silicone · waxed · oilcloth
Waterproof outer garment
- galoshesWaterproof shoe covers
- wadersWaterproof fishing garment
- drybagWaterproof storage container
- ponchoHeadhole garment for rain
umbrella · gaiters · overcoat · wetsuit · drysuit · rain pants · rain hat · bivvy
Waterproof protective sheeting
- awningMounted overhead shelter
- canopyOverhead protective covering
- roofingInstalling overhead shelter material
- flashingRepeated brief illumination
caulking · grout · vapor barrier · damp-proofing · pond liner · shower pan · weatherstripping
Evaluating performance under strain
- leak detectionFinding unwanted fluid escape
- certificationAttestation of qualification
- standardsAccepted levels of quality
impervious
Unable to be affected
- watertightPrevents liquid from passing
- hydrophobicRepels aqueous substances
- nonporousLacking absorbent openings
sealed · resistant · repellent · weatherproof · barrier · impermeable · moisture-resistant · leakproof · hermetic · airtight
gore-tex
Breathable waterproof membrane
- neopreneSynthetic rubber polymer
- polyurethaneVersatile synthetic resin compound
- PVCChlorinated plastic abbreviation
rubberized · laminate · membrane · coating · sealant · synthetic · silicone · waxed · oilcloth · vinyl
raincoat
Waterproof outer garment
poncho · umbrella · gaiters · overcoat · wetsuit · drysuit · rain pants · rain hat · bivvy · groundsheet
tarp
Waterproof protective sheeting
- awningMounted overhead shelter
- canopyOverhead protective covering
- roofingInstalling overhead shelter material
flashing · caulking · grout · vapor barrier · damp-proofing · pond liner · shower pan · weatherstripping
pressure testing
Evaluating performance under strain
- leak detectionFinding unwanted fluid escape
- certificationAttestation of qualification
- standardsAccepted levels of quality
waterproofnesspermeability
Ability to transmit fluids
porosity · absorbency · leakiness · porousness · water absorption
water, proof, waterproof, waterproofing, waterproofs, waterproofed, waterproofer