weatherproofer
Outdoor surface protector
A weatherproofer is a substance or treatment that protects materials from rain, wind, and other weather damage: Apply a weatherproofer to the deck before winter.
The term also describes someone who applies such treatments professionally or as a task: The weatherproofer sealed all the exterior windows.
Waterproof gap filler
- sealantGap-blocking substance
- masticAromatic resin or adhesive
- gasketMechanical leak preventer
- fillerSubstance closing gaps
grout · putty · adhesive · primer · membrane · flashing · weatherstripping
Flexible synthetic polymer
- polyurethaneVersatile synthetic resin compound
- epoxyCatalyst-cured bonding compound
- acrylicSynthetic resin or fiber
- latexMilky plant-derived polymer
bitumen · rubber · resin · polymer · wax · varnish · tar · foam
Hired construction professional
- rooferBuilding-top construction worker
- painterOne who applies pigment
- insulatorSubstance resisting energy flow
- glazierWindow installer by trade
handyman · restorer · renovator · technician · specialist · installer · applicator · mason
Waterproof outer garment
- tarpaulinWaterproof protective sheeting
- awningMounted overhead shelter
- canopyOverhead protective covering
- windbreakerLightweight gust-resistant jacket
poncho · mackintosh · galoshes · gaiters · spray-on · roll-on
Able to repel moisture
- UV-resistantWithstands solar radiation damage
- fade-resistantWon't pale with exposure
- breathablePermits air passage
- flexibleAble to bend freely
durable · long-lasting · quick-drying · penetrating · hydrophobic · paintable
caulk
Waterproof gap filler
filler · grout · putty · adhesive · primer · membrane · flashing · weatherstripping
silicone
Flexible synthetic polymer
- polyurethaneVersatile synthetic resin compound
- epoxyCatalyst-cured bonding compound
- acrylicSynthetic resin or fiber
latex · bitumen · rubber · resin · polymer · wax · varnish · tar · foam · elastomeric
contractor
Hired construction professional
- rooferBuilding-top construction worker
- painterOne who applies pigment
- insulatorSubstance resisting energy flow
glazier · handyman · restorer · renovator · technician · specialist · installer · applicator · mason · carpenter
raincoat
Waterproof outer garment
- tarpaulinWaterproof protective sheeting
- awningMounted overhead shelter
- canopyOverhead protective covering
windbreaker · poncho · mackintosh · galoshes · gaiters · spray-on · roll-on
water-resistant
Able to repel moisture
- UV-resistantWithstands solar radiation damage
- fade-resistantWon't pale with exposure
- breathablePermits air passage
flexible · durable · long-lasting · quick-drying · penetrating · hydrophobic · paintable
weatherproof, weatherproofing, weatherproofs, weatherproofed, weatherproofness