400T White Matte Nylon Taffeta Fabric 60in Wide - Waterproof, Soft 10

In this review the 400T White Matte Nylon Taffeta fabric is judged as a practical, lightweight outerwear shell for hobby sewers and small apparel projects. The single biggest reason to buy is its high-density 400T finish that delivers a reliable level 3 waterproof barrier while remaining thin and soft enough to sew into jackets and childrens coats. The review focuses on real sewing use: yardage options, feel, and how the fabric behaves when used as a surface for down jackets and rain-ready garments.

Key Features

• Multiple yard sizes: Comes in 1, 3, 5, or 10 yard pieces so buyers can choose a single continuous length for a coat or multiple pieces for smaller projects.
• High-density 400T finish: The tight weave improves water resistance and makes the fabric suitable as an outer shell for light to moderate rain protection.
• Thin, light 20D yarn: The finer yarn yields a softer, less creasing surface that stays lightweight for layered garments and packable outerwear.
• Easy care: The smooth nylon surface resists pilling, dries quickly, and washes without heavy wrinkling, useful for activewear and travel clothing.
• Versatile uses: Designed for shirts, skirts, hiking and ski outerwear, and as a surface layer for down or cotton padded garments.
• Ironing guidance: Can be steam ironed around 135 C with a cloth pad to avoid surface heat damage and maintain the matte finish.

Who It's For

The fabric suits home sewists making lightweight outerwear: people constructing shell layers for down jackets, childrens cotton coats, or packable hiking and ski garments will appreciate the 60in width and continuous yard options. The thin 20D yarn and matte finish work well when a soft hand and lower bulk are priorities.

Those who should look elsewhere include makers needing heavy-duty waterproofing for prolonged exposure to extreme weather or projects that require thick padding without a separate lining. Also avoid this fabric for absorbent items like reusable pads or diapers, where customers have noted the material is too thin for that purpose.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Lightweight and soft feel that reduces bulk in layered garments.
• High-density 400T treatment gives a dependable level 3 waterproof surface for everyday rain protection.
• Wide 60in roll and multiple yard piece options make cutting larger patterns simpler and reduce seams.
• Easy to wash and quick to dry, with good color retention and low pilling tendency.

Cons

• Material is thin by design, so extra lining or padding is needed for insulation or heavy-duty waterproofing.
• Some users report mixed durability impressions on very high-stress seams or heavy abrasion applications.

Specifications

Material	Nylon taffeta, 20D yarn
Finish	400T high-density waterproof
Width	60in
Yardage options	1 yd (36x60in), 3 yd (108x60in), 5 yd (180x60in), 10 yd (360x60in)
Uses	Outerwear shells, down jackets, hiking/ski clothes, childrens coats
Care	Washable, quick-dry, steam iron around 135 C with cloth pad

Our Verdict

This nylon taffeta is a strong value for makers needing a lightweight, water-resistant outer shell with a soft hand and wide width. It is particularly good for down jacket surfaces and packable outerwear where low bulk matters; buyers should plan to add lining or insulation for warmth, and avoid using it where thick, absorbent or heavy-duty abrasion resistance is required.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this fabric fully waterproof?
It has a normal level 3 waterproof finish suitable for rain and light wet conditions, but extreme exposure will require extra protective treatments or layering.

How is the fabric sold when ordering multiple yards?
Each yardage option is delivered as a separate continuous piece, so selecting 5 yards with quantity 2 yields two separate 5 yard pieces.

Can I iron the fabric?
Yes, use steam around 135 C and a cloth pad to protect the matte surface and avoid scalding the fabric.