For example, fly fishers use neoprene waders which provide a waterproof cover and insulation from standing in the water for long periods of time.įor more information about protecting the seats of you car, visit our website or call us at 88. Although a neoprene rubber sheet is a hydrophilic material, it tends to slowly absorb water (.uk). The term hydrophilic refers to a material’s tendency to be wetted by water (). Not only is neoprene great for aquatics because of its waterproof properties but also because of insulation against the cold. Neoprene is a hydrophilic material, meaning that it can absorb water and expand when it is submerged. However, the closed-cell foam is waterproof making it very applicable for aquatic based activities. It can also be formed into an open or closed-cell foam. The synthetic rubber is often sold as manufactured and sold as solid rubber or a latex form. The specificities of the neoprene are much better than a classic neoprene: warmer, more flexible, lighter, it does not absorb water (98 waterproof against. In simpler terms, neoprene at its core is a synthetic rubber. You are now ready for your chemistry exam. The end result is the neoprene, also known as polychloroprene, the polymer. In this case, the monomer is chloroprene, which is a colorless liquid, and the chemical reaction is initiated with potassium persulfate. Polymerization is a process of reacting monomers (a molecule that can be bonded to other identical molecules) together to form a polymer through a chemical reaction. Neoprene is made by free-radical polymerization of chloroprene. So what exactly is neoprene?įirst, let’s get the science out of the way. Our seat covers are made from neoprene which is a water resistant material. So what we’ve done is create a “wetsuit” for your car’s interior. All types of water are also harmful to leather seats as well. If you’ve been to the beach, saltwater can absorb into the seat’s fabric and then dry out leaving salt deposits in the actual fabric.
Eventually, this continual water absorption will degrade the fabric of the seat or discolor it. The water from you or your passengers’ clothing will be absorbed by your seat’s fabric. Having passengers jump in the car when they are not fully dry is a surefire way to begin damaging your seats.
These seat covers are incredibly useful for anyone who frequents the beach or the pool. At Wet Okole, we create seat covers to protect your vehicle’s seats from water and UV damage.