Australian Hi-Tech Fabric Treatments

  Waterproof fabrics are produced with layers of cloth and membrane fused with heat and glue, creating a fabric laminate. Fabric laminates consist of the top or face fabric, a membrane layer, additional insulation and a backer (or liner) fabric. The number of layers in a fabric lamination creates the expectation for durability, breathability, and overall function.   The most common laminate types are:   2-layer laminate : comprised of face fabric and membrane. These laminates are either paired with insulation and drop liner to protect the membrane layer from damage   2.5-layer laminate : similar to a 2-layer laminate, has a print on the membrane side to protect the membrane from damage   3-layer laminate : consists of a face fabric, membrane, and backer fabric. 3-layer laminates are most common for high-performing rain shells   4-layer laminate : commonly used in footwear, the 4-layer laminate construction contains a face fabric and membrane but ha...