No Finish is the Best Finish.
At Revolution Performance Fabrics, we intentionally do not apply topical water-repellent or soil-repellent finishes to our fabrics. That decision is foundational to how our products perform long-term.
Why We Avoid Water-Repellent Finishes
Most outdoor fabrics on the market rely on a surface-applied chemical finish to create water beading and initial stain resistance. While that can look impressive at first, those finishes come with trade-offs:
Finishes wear off
Repellent coatings degrade from UV exposure, abrasion, washing, and everyday use. Once the finish breaks down, performance drops — and the fabric often becomes harder to maintain than before.
They interfere with cleanability
As finishes age, they can:
- Attract and hold onto oily soils
- Cause uneven wetting and spotting
- Trap contaminants in the surface layer
We’ve found over years of real-world use that heavy finish systems can actually make deep cleaning more difficult.
Our Approach: Performance Built into the Fiber
Instead of relying on chemistry applied to the surface, we engineer performance at the fiber and construction level.
- Our fabrics use solution-dyed, performance yarns
- Stain resistance is inherent, not topical
- There is no finish to wear off, wash out, or degrade
- The fabric’s performance remains consistent over its life
This is why we say:
“No finish is the best finish.”
It’s not a slogan — it’s a durability philosophy.
What This Means for the Consumer
- Easier long-term cleaning
- Consistent performance year after year
- No need to reapply treatments
- Softer, more comfortable feel
- More predictable results with soap-and-water cleaning
Revolution is built around finish-free performance because we prioritize how the fabric behaves after years of sun, spills, kids, pets, and real outdoor living — not just how it performs on day one in a lab demo.
How will I know if a product contains PFAS?
If a product is labelled "stain-resistant" or "water-proof" it most likely contains PFAS Chemicals. When buying these products, first look for labelling that says PFAS-FREE. When in doubt, contact the manufacturer and ask them if their products contain PFAS or PFC Forever Chemicals. Revolution Fabrics recognized the harmful effects of these chemicals and eliminated using them in our manufacturing process over 20 years ago.