Originally Posted by
gargoyle
Misting has more to do with certain atmospheric conditions. People think the fabric is leaking, when in actuality, its condensation happening on the inside/warmer side, of the tarp.
When certain weather conditions align (dew point, temperature, lack of air movement), the fabrics will mist.
Same as a cold beer on a warm day. The beer can is not leaking beer. Water vapor is condensing. On a windy day, the vapor is evaporated fast enough.
When the rain hits the exterior of your tarp, it splashes the interior side moisture off...hence creating a misting effect.
You see the same effect on colder nights with NO rain. The water vapor/condensation collects and your tarp will be wet. A morning fog will create an 'everything is damp' situation. The fabrics are not at fault. Its just science and weather at work.
So, to answer your specific question. In my experience, the fabrics listed all mist, depending on atmospheric conditions.
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