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Natural 100% wool has many waterproof qualities without any treatment, based on the lanolin contained in the fibre.
You could discuss addition additional waterproofing capabilities to a garment with your local dry cleaner.
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 12y agoIn its natural state on the sheep or after shearing but before any cleaning, it is very waterproof because of the lanolin (a waxy substance produced by the sheep's sebaceous glands) it contains. After the lanolin is removed, either by lengthy washing or industiral processes, the wool will absorb water quite readily; it can take on fully one-third of its own weight in water.
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∙ 12y agoafter is is cut it must be cleaned to make it water proff
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∙ 11y agoYes
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