FAQ

- What are the different types of waterproof raincoat?

There are three main types of waterproof protection to consider; wax-coated (pretty rare for technical outdoor jackets these days), PU-coated, and membrane lined jackets.

- Which type of raincoat is best?

The best raincoat material is waterproof material as this type of material is impervious to water and offers the highest degree of protection against getting wet

-What is the difference between rain jacket and waterproof?

So, materials like polyester and nylon naturally withstand more water than cotton just because of their construction. But a water-resistant jacket can only stand up to so much rain. A waterproof material, on the other hand, provides a complete barrier to water. In this sense a plastic bag is waterproof.