weatherable
Able to endure
Weatherable describes materials or surfaces capable of being weathered—exposed to atmospheric conditions over time.
In construction and manufacturing, weatherable steel or weatherable finishes are designed to develop a protective patina when exposed to the elements: The architect specified weatherable steel for the facade.
The term implies controlled degradation rather than deterioration.
Surface film from aging
- corrosionChemical wearing away
- erosionGradual wearing away
- oxidationLosing electrons chemically
- wearCarry on person
fading · rusting · discoloration · cracking · warping · deterioration · decay · brittleness
Able to endure difficulty
- robustStrong and durable
- sturdySolidly built, durable
- toughDurable and strong
- long-lastingPersisting over extended time
enduring · resilient · heavy-duty · solid · stable · reliable · strong · substantial
Impervious to moisture
- UV-resistantWithstands solar radiation damage
- corrosion-resistantWithstands oxidation and decay
- rustproofResistant to oxidation
- insulatedShielded from heat loss
sealed · coated · impervious · nonpermeable · fade-resistant · moisture-resistant · stain-resistant · scratch-resistant
patina
Surface film from aging
wear · fading · rusting · discoloration · cracking · warping · deterioration · decay · brittleness · tarnishing
hardy
Able to endure difficulty
long-lasting · enduring · resilient · heavy-duty · solid · stable · reliable · strong · substantial · fortified
waterproof
Impervious to moisture
- UV-resistantWithstands solar radiation damage
- corrosion-resistantWithstands oxidation and decay
- rustproofResistant to oxidation
insulated · sealed · coated · impervious · nonpermeable · fade-resistant · moisture-resistant · stain-resistant · scratch-resistant · heat-resistant
patio
Paved outdoor living space
siding · roofing · fencing · furniture · awning · pergola · cladding · shutters · railing · signage
weatherablefragile
Easily broken or damaged
perishable · degradable · delicate · corrodible · unstable