Weather Protection

Water repellent…. Water resistant….. Waterproof… –

what exactly do I need?

There are many different approaches to take when it comes to weather protection. These usually depend on what you’re planning to do and your budget.

The simplest version is a shoe with a water-repellent finish. In this type of footwear, a water-repellent treatment is applied directly to the footwear at the factory – this treatment is known as Durable Water Repellency or DWR for short. It prevents the upper material from absorbing water and keeps your feet dry, while allowing moisture to be wicked outward. But be careful – the performance of a DWR is limited, depending on the amount of water/moisture involved, your feet could become wet sooner or later. There are, however, certain advantages in terms of cost effectiveness and better breathability making this version a good choice for fair weather and summer footwear.

Eco Finish

We only use our own waterproofing treatment, Eco Finish. This water and stain resistant finish is applied to the outer fabric of your product so that water pearls up and runs right off – without the use of environmentally harmful fluorocarbons (PFCs). This protects you from the rain and keeps the planet clean. Regular reapplication is necessary for permanent waterproofing and stain resistance.

Expert Tip:

Our environmentally friendly, water-repellent Eco Finish finish does not contain any harmful fluorocarbons, but it needs proper care.
We recommend that you impregnate your weather protection clothing before intensive use and after every wash. Under Tips & Tricks you can find more information about this. If you need help, we also offer an waterproofing service .

You can find information on DWR and which harmful substances you should watch out for in our Sustainability Report.