How to Use waterproofing in a Sentence

waterproofing

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  • The waterproofing for the entrance drive, pool deck and planter didn’t drain.
    — USA Today, 30 June 2021
  • The report found that the pool deck's waterproofing had failed and was not sloped to drain water.
    — David Aaro, Fox News, 29 June 2021
  • On the bad side of things, there wasn't a headphone jack, or a MicroSD slot, or waterproofing.
    — Ron Amadeo, Ars Technica, 16 July 2018
  • But, at the end of the day, the most important things to look for in men’s hiking boots are: waterproofing, weight, and traction.
    — Lindsey Olander, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Oct. 2023
  • This jacket will repel heavy rain for hours at a time, and the waterproofing won't wash out or wear out.
    — James Lynch, Popular Mechanics, 8 Mar. 2019
  • Be sure to use a seam sealer where the leather meets the rubber for more complete waterproofing.
    — Matt Jancer, Wired, 11 Mar. 2021
  • Lifeproof is a very reputable brand for waterproofing and the cases are durable to boot.
    — Douglas Helm, Popular Mechanics, 17 June 2022
  • The Moab 3 is great for any brother who needs a reliable boot with some waterproofing for trekking in creeks and avoiding wet feet in the rain.
    — Kevin Cortez, Popular Mechanics, 5 Oct. 2022
  • The report said the waterproofing was laid on a flat structure rather than a sloped concrete slab that would have allowed the water to drain.
    — Aya Elamroussi and Ray Sanchez, CNN, 27 June 2021
  • Our editor can vouch for the waterproofing on the two-layer case.
    — Adrienne Donica, Popular Mechanics, 5 May 2021
  • Most dry bags are roll-top, which is a very secure method of waterproofing, but can be a bit cumbersome.
    — Stefanie Waldek, Travel + Leisure, 6 Dec. 2023
  • These are ideal for wet, muddy, or slushy conditions, with full waterproofing and a taller height to keep the muck away from your feet.
    — Maggie Slepian, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2024
  • All of the seams on this tent are taped to enhance waterproofing, there is a full-coverage rainfly, and polyurethane coating.
    — Meg Carney, Field & Stream, 27 Sep. 2023
  • Based in the Pacific Northwest, Aqua Quest knows a thing or two about wet weather gear and waterproofing.
    — Tim MacWelch, Outdoor Life, 30 Nov. 2020
  • Look for a tool with features like a USB charger, waterproofing, and an easy cleaning process to keep things simple.
    — Korin Miller, Flow Space, 20 June 2024
  • Nylon and polyester tents lose their waterproofing over time.
    — Lindsey Lapointe, Field & Stream, 3 May 2023
  • It was designed to be lightweight, so there was a tradeoff with waterproofing.
    — Harry Guinness, Popular Science, 8 June 2023
  • Other rain jackets were better at waterproofing but couldn’t pack down to a small size.
    — Lindsey Lapointe, Field & Stream, 3 Aug. 2023
  • If your boots have Gore-Tex, treat them with a breathable waterproofing wax, like Nikwax, before going out.
    — Matthew Every, Field & Stream, 5 Jan. 2021
  • The headset is IPX7-rated for waterproofing, and after a month of testing my sweat hasn’t caused any trouble.
    — Jeff Dunn, Ars Technica, 13 Aug. 2018
  • More seam tape means better waterproofing, but at the same, it time prevents vapor from escaping through the seams.
    — Frederick Reimers, Outside Online, 10 June 2019
  • Mixing, polishing, and adding dye to it to create the color of your choice and waterproofing requires skill.
    — Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Dec. 2023
  • However, the bump to IP68 waterproofing makes repairs just a little more difficult, and the front and back are still made of big glass panels.
    — Samuel Axon, Ars Technica, 21 Sep. 2018
  • Cai has a passion for the outdoors and added technical insights about what to look for in a pair of snow boots based on traction, warmth, waterproofing, and value.
    — Calin Van Paris, Peoplemag, 10 Feb. 2024
  • Penhall has since finished the seam-filling work, installing a rubbery waterproofing substance that extends the life of the road.
    — John Sowell, idahostatesman, 29 June 2018
  • Lining the dry compression sacks with trash bags will lengthen the longevity of their waterproofing.
    — Jim Baird, Field & Stream, 1 Dec. 2020
  • But Take Note Because of their absorbency and waterproofing, these aren’t as soft or breathable as some of our other picks.
    — Cheryl Fenton, Parents, 6 Aug. 2024
  • The main question to answer: Who should buy this Kindle, and who should spend $40 more on the waterproofing and larger, nicer screen of the current Kindle Paperwhite?
    — Andrew Cunningham, Ars Technica, 10 Oct. 2022
  • Also keep in mind that any amount of DEET can damage the waterproofing on gear and clothing, so keep it far away from waterproof jackets or tents.
    — Ryan Wichelns, Popular Mechanics, 30 June 2022
  • Join 4 others in the comments View Comments The shipbuilders then lashed dozens of bundles to wood frames, coating them in animal fat to help with waterproofing.
    — Ashley Strickland, CNN, 12 July 2024

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