Raincoats are multi-functional garments that can protect you from rain, wind and snow, keep you w…

Raincoats are multi-functional garments that can protect you from rain, wind and snow, keep you warm on cool days, and can even be worn with evening wear. They are indispensable in a Bostonian's wardrobe.

Raincoats come in a variety of fabrics including brushed cotton, water-repellent wool gabardines, blends of polyester and rayon, cotton and wool, and even coated velvets. The traditional yellow raincoat is no longer the norm as prints, plaids, vibrant colors, subdued colors, even combinations of designs and colors appear on the scene. In addition, raincoats today frequently sport trims of fur, suede, corduroy or other decorative fabrics.

As with any garment, raincoats have special cleaning needs. In the next few paragraphs, we will take a look at proper care procedures that will keep your raincoat looking great.

Brushed cotton is frequently used on raincoats to create a softer more natural

Many cloth combinations are used in making raincoats and these fabrics are often treated with water repellent finishes. The water repellent finish is different from the waterproofing previously described. Water repellent finishes usually have a degree of permanency that will withstand several dry cleanings. In some cases however, the water repellent finish breaks down, sometimes during the third or even later cleanings. If this occurs please take the rainwear to jyoti super dry Cleaners. We have special equipment for applying water-repellent finishes to these raincoats.