Stain-proof shoes and water-proof phones to become a reality

Prone to spilling food or drink on your clothes? A spray on product is about to go on sale in the US that can protect your clothes from all types of liquids. For those of us who are a little messy, a group of entrepreneurs have invented a superhydrophobic coating that can repel water and heavy oils. When water hits Rust-Oleum NeverWet's patented coating it forms a nearly circular bead that either causes the liquid to shoot off the surface or never cling there in the first place, meaning the coated item can never be damaged by almost any liquid product. This demonstration shows how the product can be used to protect clothing and electronics - even a cardboard box can be turned into an impromptu beer crate once coated. Following a deal with Home Depot stores in the US, Rust-Oleum NeverWet will be available on the shelves for customers from this weekend. The advert for the product has gone viral online attracting over 250,000 views in three days.

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