The Importance of House Wrap & Building Envelope Protection
It is a big number, a very big number – 39 quadrillion British thermal units (BTUs). According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), that’s how [...]
Understanding Vapor Permeability: Your Questions Answered
Have you heard the term “vapor permeability” and wondered what it meant? Need to know what a perm is? What does this have to do [...]
How to Install Structural Exterior Wall Sheathing in 5 Steps
Installation of structural exterior wall sheathing occurs after the structure’s walls are framed, secured to the slab, plumbed, and braced. Structural exterior wall sheathing strengthens [...]
Installing House Wrap Around Existing Windows and Doors
Replacing a home's exterior such as siding and window trim is a great way to improve its curb appeal and resale value. In fact, according [...]
House Wrap vs. Felt Paper: Which is the Better WRB?
House wrap and felt paper, when properly installed and undamaged, are both weather resistant barriers (WRB) that create permeable and water- and air-resistant exterior walls. [...]
House Wrap Performance is Dependent on a Detailed Inspection
A detailed house wrap inspection before applying the siding, by both the contractor and building owner, is critical to the house wrap’s performance. Improperly installed [...]
The IBC and IRC Requirements for House Wrap
When using a house wrap as a weather-resistant barrier (WRB), it must meet the 2018 International Building Codes (IBC 1402.2) requirements of a WRB for [...]
A Better Solution to a Weather-Resistant Barrier than Tyvek® and ZIP System®
Tyvek® HomeWrap®* and the ZIP System® are weather resistant barriers (WRB) applied under the siding of a home or commercial building. The goal of both [...]
A Complete Breakdown of Exterior Wall Sheathing Options
Exterior wall sheathing strengthens the wall system, provides a nailing base for the siding, and gives a layer of protection against outside elements. Exterior wall [...]
How to Prevent Common House Wrap Problems
The performance of a high-quality, vapor-permeable, house wrap is dependent on proper installation, careful handling, and limited exposure to UV radiation and outside elements. The [...]