Fabric for Raincoats
Rainwear is a finish decision before a weight decision — coating and water repellency matter more than the 110 gsm median suggests.
278 fabrics · 60–182 gsm · order from 1 yard · swatches in about 4 days
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Weight decides how raincoats fabric behaves more than any other spec. These ranges are measured from what we actually stock.
Most ordered for raincoats
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Raincoats fabric FAQ
What weight fabric is best for raincoats?
Most raincoats fabric sits between 60 and 182 gsm. Rainwear is a finish decision before a weight decision — coating and water repellency matter more than the 110 gsm median suggests.
Which fabrics are used for raincoats?
On SWATCHON, raincoats fabric is most often plain weave, twill and gabardine. You can filter by construction, fiber composition, weight and stretch to narrow it further.
Can I order a small quantity of raincoats fabric?
Yes — order from 1 yard, with no traditional mill minimums. Swatches come first so you can check hand-feel and color before committing to yardage.
How do I check the fabric before ordering?
Order a swatch book for any fabric — every color of that fabric is included, and it reaches you in about 4 days worldwide.