Frequently Asked Questions

How should we clean and care for products made from Dartex Coated fabrics?
Download the following Cleaning & Care document (PDF) for complete information.

How do I know which fabric I would need to order?
Dartex coated fabrics satisfy a multitude of end uses. Our experienced sales staff will be happy to discuss your requirement and advise you as to which fabric, or combinations of fabrics, that will best suit your needs.

Is the performance of the fabric guaranteed*?
Unlike many of our competitors, Dartex Coatings will guarantee the performance of the fabric* (* subject to end use)

What is the minimum amount of fabric that I would need to order?
All of our fabrics are made to order and the standard minimum for a production run is 500m.

How long would I have to expect to wait for my fabric?
Our Lead times are usually about four weeks, and if you wish, Dartex Coatings will take care of all transport arrangements to any worldwide destination.

Are the fabrics waterproof?
Dartex fabrics are all completely waterproof to a level far in excess of the demands of BS 5455. The level of waterproofness of a fabric is measured by its resistance to water penetration, also known as the hydrostatic head. This is the column of water that the fabric can support before the polyurethane yields to the force. Resistance to water penetration is measured by the methods outlined in BS 3424 (29A). All fabrics produced by Dartex Coatings are guaranteed to have a resistance to water penetration in excess of 50kPa (7.24psi), and many have a resistance which is far greater than this. This level of waterproofness will be sufficient for even the most demanding application. For more information see 'Protectivewear' pages.

Are the fabrics Flame Retardant?
Dartex® fabrics can be manufactured to meet the exacting Fire Retardancy Standards (FR). By engineering the products with precise modifications, Dartex® has fabric qualities that have been proven to meet numerous internationally recognised standards.

Stretch and Recovery in Dartex fabrics.
Both the fabric and the design are engineered for fit, to ease motion and enhance wearer comfort. This provides active body fit and allows for a range of movement, as required in most activities.