Re-treating Garments
Durable water-repellent finishes tend to wear off over time, and fabrics need to be re-treated to maintain water-repellency. Washing the garment first helps any DWR that remains to work better; a subsequent treatment with a 'spray-on' or 'soak-in' treatment will improve water-repellency.
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