Gore-Tex^® Fabrics

The basic concept for the Gore-Tex membrane is that the membrane has sufficient space between the interconnected membrane strands to allow easy passage of individual water molecules but not enough to permit water droplets to pass. Gore has strict guidelines for which fabrics they will laminate to the Gore-Tex membrane. Fabric weight, fiber quality, and durability are examples of criteria Gore uses when determining if a certain fabric will be used.

Many Gore-Tex fabrics are a two-ply fabric and should be lined to protect the breathable membrane. Three-ply fabrics already posses a liner and so save you the effort of putting one in.

CARE
Keep as free of dirt as possible. Brush off dirt or dust with either a dry or damp cloth as soon as possible. The soiled areas are not vapor permeable. Machine wash with wash-and-wear or low setting. Use warm water with low-phosphate detergent. Fabric softeners not recommended. Do not use bleach. For best performance, rinse twice using cold water to remove excess detergent. Tumble dry on low setting. Do not dry clean.