Permethrin-treated clothing, first developed by the military a few decades ago, has been available to consumers since 2003, and there are a few ways to use it.

It was started by Dick Sweet, and the current owner, Randy, has worked at Marushka since the ’70s. They have evolved from Office partitions to wall hangings and art to clothing.

UPF clothing, including swimwear, adds a layer of defense against harmful rays. Shop the best UPF clothing like rash guards, bathing suits, cover-ups and more.

After the market for Marushka prints began to dry up in the late 1980s, Sweet and Smith, started The Michigan Rag Co., which produces an extensive line of silk screen clothing and apparel.