An oilskin is a waterproof garment, typically worn by sailors and now widely used as a fashion garment for country wear. Oilskins are part of the range of protective clothing also known as foul-weather gear – a mix of oil and wax that makes the fabric weatherproof, with a leather-like wrinkle finish and classic countryside appearance.
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Requirements
Jacket and country wear fabric needs to be genuinely weatherproof while still looking and feeling like a premium garment. Our oilskin fabric is built around the following properties:
- Waterproof oil-wax coating
- Leather-like wrinkle finish
- Classic countryside appearance
- Available in black, dark brown, charcoal grey and navy blue
- A traditional choice for foul-weather sailing gear
Technical Specifications
Available GSM by Fibre Type
Click any GSM value to view or download its technical specification sheet (PDF).
Recommended
Our Waxed Proof Canvas range uses the same conventional molten wax treatment that gives oilskin fabric its signature water resistance and hand-feel.
For a lighter-weight weatherproof option, our Water Repellent Fabrics range is also suitable for country wear applications. We supply oilskin fabric in 7 oz and 10 oz weights, coated with a fine layer of oil wax.
Recommended A K Industrial Fabrics: Waxed Proof Canvas · Water Repellent Fabrics
