This article was originally posted in Instructables and is reposted with permission from Jeremy Dick. Ever wonder why some canvas, like the stuff a Carhartt jacket is made of, is so much tougher than, ...

Waxed fabrics first came on the slippery scene when European sailors discovered that wet sails performed better than dry sails. Applying fish oil (and eventually linseed oil) to the sailcloth resulted ...

You’ve probably been there: You’re hiking through a surprise fall rainstorm when you realize that the jacket you’re wearing is leaking along the seams. Minutes later, you’re soaked, and the layer you ...

Making a waterproof fabric is easy. Heck, just wear a trash bag. But making a waterproof fabric that actually keeps you dry is tough. That’s because your body emits moisture, and if it can’t escape, ...

Learn how Indigenous ancestors discovered the secret to waterproof clothing. When you live in wet and cold climates and conditions, survival becomes dependent upon how dry you can be. Throughout the ...