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Softshell fabrics are technical fabrics consisting of two or more layers, with properties such as flexibility, water repellency, breathability and wind resistance. Softshell fabrics are often used in sports and leisure wear, but are also becoming increasingly popular for everyday wear. The layers of softshell materials are usually as follows:

1. Outer layer: the first layer is usually a flexible, water-repellent outer layer that protects the wearer from rain, snow and wind-induced moisture and cold. This material is usually made of polyester or nylon and can be in different colours and patterns.

2. Middle layer: the middle layer is the one that adds the most to the technical properties of softshell materials. This layer is usually a breathable membrane or polyurethane layer that provides water repellency while allowing moisture to be wicked away from the body. This layer is usually very thin and lightweight, but highly effective.

3. Inner layer: the last layer is usually an inner layer, designed to provide a sense of comfort and wick moisture away from the body. This material is usually made of a lightweight, breathable and moisture-wicking polyester fabric that provides a comfortable and soft feel.

Normal softshell.

This is the most common softshell material. It can be ideal for leisure activities as well as work that takes place outdoors. The outer layer is a flexible, densely woven polyester fabric. The inner layer is a soft, microfibre polar fabric that gives a pleasant feel and warmth. A technical membrane in the middle is responsible for water resistance and vapour permeability. Thickness approx. 320g/m2

softshell mesh.

This softshell is thinner than the normal softshell. The outer layer is the same, but the inner layer is replaced by a thin mesh instead of a microfleece layer. It weighs only about 190g/m2 and offers excellent wind protection, good water resistance and good vapour permeability.

softshell jersey.

This is also a 3-layer softshell, but its parameters are different from the above. It has a much softer feel, and both the outer and inner layers are made of jersey. Thickness 170g/m2

Softshell jacquard.

A three-layer, soft-feel softshell. With jersey fabric on the outside and microfiber jacquard knit soft-touch poly on the inside. Weight: 265g/m2

Softshell cosy.

This softshell is especially recommended for cold weather. The outer layer is made of the same dense polyester as a normal softshell, while the inner side is made of a long-fibre microfibre fleece, cosyfleece, with good thermal properties. Weight: 375g/m2

Softshell without TPU membran.

This softshell does not contain a technical membrane. It consists of two layers, the outer layer and the inner layer are the same as in a normal softshell, so it is recommended for applications where ventilation is important but water resistance is not so important. Weight: approx. 310g/m2

It's important to note that the water resistance of softshell fabrics can vary depending on the composition of the fabric, the type of TPU membrane used and the type of fabric used. Softshell fabrics generally have water repellent properties, meaning that the surface of the fabric is able to wick away water droplets without the fabric becoming soaked. However, softshell fabrics are not fully waterproof and can become soaked in prolonged periods of heavy rain. Manufacturers usually test the water resistance of their materials in different conditions and indicate the water resistance level of their products, so it is worth considering these before buying. It is also important to note that the water resistance decreases along the seams, so it is advisable to check the seams from the inside with a waterproofing agent. This is why it is important to waterproof the seams from the inside using a "welding" process.