---
type: "fabric"
name: "Rainwear Gabardine"
slug: "rainwear-gabardine"
fabric_family: "specialty"
construction: "plain"
typical_fibers:
  - "Wool"
  - "Cotton"
  - "Polyester"
weight_gsm: "200–350 g/m²"
price_tier: 3
url: "https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/rainwear-gabardine"
updated: "2025-09-08T02:23:21.443833+00:00"
---

# Rainwear Gabardine

Rainwear Gabardine is a durable, water-resistant fabric known for its smooth finish and structured drape, making it ideal for outerwear and rain gear.

- **Fabric Family**: Specialty
- **Construction**: Plain
- **Typical Fibers**: Wool, Cotton, Polyester
- **Weight**: 200–350 g/m²
- **Thickness**: 0.5–1.2 mm
- **Typical Width**: 150 cm
- **Price Tier**: $$$ (3 of 5)

## About Rainwear Gabardine

Rainwear Gabardine is a specialty woven fabric characterized by its plain weave construction, typically made from a blend of wool, cotton, and polyester. This fabric is designed to provide water resistance while maintaining breathability, making it suitable for rainwear and outdoor apparel. The tightly woven structure enhances durability and wind resistance, while the smooth surface allows for easy movement and comfort.

## Woven Properties

- **Ends per Inch (EPI)**: 50
- **Picks per Inch (PPI)**: 40

## Stretch Properties

- **Warp Stretch**: 5%
- **Weft Stretch**: 3%

## Performance Properties

- **Air Permeability**: 5 CFM
- **Hydrostatic Head**: 1500 mm
- **Spray Rating**: 80
- **Evaporative Resistance (Ret)**: 0.5
- **Thermal Resistance (Rct)**: 0.1
- **UPF Rating**: 30

## Appearance & Hand

- **Luster**: Semi Bright
- **Opacity**: Opaque
- **Surface Texture**: smooth
- **Hand & Drape**: Balanced

## Performance Features

- Waterproof
- Breathable
- Wind Resistant
- Durable

## Common Finishes

- Water Repellent Coating
- Anti Wrinkle Finish
- Stain Resistant Treatment

## Common Applications

- Rain Jackets
- Trench Coats
- Outdoor Apparel
- Water Resistant Trousers

## Common Uses in Detail

### Trench Coats & Rainwear

Its tightly woven structure and natural water resistance make it the go-to choice for trench coats and rain jackets. The smooth finish sheds moisture effectively, while the structured drape ensures a polished, tailored silhouette that holds up in wet conditions.

### Outdoor Work Trousers

Rugged enough for demanding outdoor environments, this fabric is widely used in work trousers and field pants. Its durability resists abrasion, while the water-resistant finish keeps wearers dry, making it practical for professionals working in variable or wet weather.

## Care Instructions

Machine wash cold with similar colors, do not bleach, tumble dry on low heat, iron on a low setting if necessary.

- Machine Wash At 30°C
- Do Not Bleach
- Tumble Dry Low
- Iron Low Heat

## Additional Information

Gabardine was originally developed for use in men's suits but has evolved to include a variety of applications, particularly in outerwear due to its water-resistant properties.

- **Regional Names**: Gabardine (UK), Rainwear Fabric (US)
- **Sourcing Regions**: China, Italy, Turkey, India
- **Testing Standards**: AATCC 22 (Water Repellency), ISO 811 (Water Resistance), ISO 12945 (Pilling Resistance), ISO 13934 (Tensile Strength)

## Fibers in This Fabric

- [Cotton](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fibers/cotton.md)
- [Polyester](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fibers/polyester.md)
- [Wool](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fibers/wool.md)

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