Talk:Wet strength

I'm okay with merging 'wet strength' with 'water proof' so long as there is a clear definition of both with the understanding that they are not remotely the same.

Wet strength paper doesn't provide barrier resistance to water. The sheet can become and does become fully saturated with water the way any untreated piece of paper or tissue would.

Water proof paper provides a barrier resistance to water (and sometimes to water vapor).

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It's obvious they are two separate subjects and as such should remain in separate articles.

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They are different and so the articles should not be merged. i agree with the following: "Wet strength paper doesn't provide barrier resistance to water. The sheet can become and does become fully saturated with water the way any untreated piece of paper or tissue would. "

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