Using mesh as a waterproof material

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The discussion centers on the use of screen mesh as a waterproof material, specifically addressing the size of the mesh required to prevent water penetration by not breaking the surface tension. Participants emphasize the importance of considering water pressure against the mesh in addition to its size. A suggestion was made to use a weed blocker treated with a waterproofing agent from Liquidoff to enhance the effectiveness of the mesh in keeping interiors dry while allowing airflow.

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How small would screen mesh have to be so that it would be consider waterproof? (ex: screen mesh small enough so that it would not break the surface tension of the water)
 
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Tylercc said:
How small would screen mesh have to be so that it would be consider waterproof? (ex: screen mesh small enough so that it would not break the surface tension of the water)

I suggest you would also have to consider the pressure of the water against the mesh

so tell us more about what you are trying to achieve :smile:Dave
 
I would like to have my window open when it's raining and feel the fresh air, without my stuff getting wet. I was thinking some weed blocker sprayed with some https://www.liquidoff.com . Thought?
 
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