Hard water causes polyester to shed far more microplastics, and only some fabrics benefit strongly from protective coatings, revealing why water chemistry and unseen textile finishes significantly ...

Santini Cycling and Polartec have joined forces to create a unique waterproof jacket featuring a highly breathable monolithic membrane and a Durable Water Repellent treatment (DWR). Completely ...

The women's sale sees clothing, shoes and accessories reduced up to 77%, including jackets and coats. Among these is a water repellent and wind proof jacket which has been slashed to £23.99 in the ...

A new method of making fabric that repels oil and water could help clothing become more environmentally friendly and sustainable. Coating fabrics with chemicals called perfluorinated compounds is a ...

Everyone from Saint Laurent to Shein is using this synthetic. Why is polyester taking over and what does it say about us? “That’s too expensive for polyester!” A statement we’ve all likely heard, ...