An Easy Way to Restore a Fabric’s Water Repellency

 An easy way to restore a fabric’s water repellency **

After a water-repellent fabric has been washed many times,

its water-repellent performance may decline.

Depending on the fabric and the style,

not every water-repellent jacket can have its finish restored by ironing on a low setting;

in that case, you can use a hair dryer on a warm setting,

holding it about 10–15 cm from the front of the fabric,

and move it evenly for 3–5 minutes.

This can also restore a fair amount of water repellency.

(To avoid scorching the fabric or the membrane on the back, do not use very hot air held right against the surface.)