GORE-TEX® FABRIC
What is GORE-TEX® Fabric?
GORE-TEX® fabrics are created by laminating our GORE-TEX® membrane to high-performance textiles, then sealing them with an innovative solution for 100% waterproof protection.
To understand why GORE-TEX® fabrics are completely waterproof, just take a closer look at the micro-porous structure of the GORE-TEX® membrane. The pores in this membrane are about 20,000 times smaller than a drop of water, which means no external moisture can penetrate the membrane.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
Subject other technical fabrics to hard use or frequent washing and chances are they will quickly lose effectiveness. Not GORE-TEX® garments. They are completely waterproof, windproof and breathable for the life of the product.
GARMENT TESTING.
Before garments are launched they are vigorously tested in realistic applications of extreme weather conditions to ensure not only the GORE-TEX® laminate but also the seam seals, zips and other closures are completely waterproof. Prototype garments are placed in Gore's rain tower where different types of rain can be simulated over long periods to ensure not only the GORE-TEX® laminate but also the seam seals, zips and other closures are completely waterproof. Only when all tests are successfully completed does GORE® award a garment with its seal of approval.