Deluge® DWR
Deluge® DWR is Patagonia’s proprietary durable water-repellent fabric finish. It lasts substantially longer than standard DWRs. Garments made with the Deluge® DWR finish have like-new repellency after years of extensive use.
Deluge® DWR fabric finish on our hard and soft shells
Soft shells
Deluge® DWR is so effective at repelling light rain and snow, allowing us to forego the use of a waterproof barrier on Patagonia soft shells. This significantly improves breathability.
Hard shells
When used on Patagonia hard shells in conjunction with a waterproof/breathable barrier, the Deluge® DWR finish keeps the outer fabric from becoming saturated. In doing this, the breathable barrier can do its job effectively.
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