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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
In hot and humid climates, it is crucial to control air and moisture intrusion into a home or commercial building’s wall system. Uncontrolled moisture intrusion [...]
For sustainable homes and buildings1, a net-zero energy (NZE) building envelope is key to reducing energy use and saving money. The U.S. Department of Energy [...]
Passive design minimizes the use of mechanical energy and creates a healthy, comfortable indoor environment. Essential to achieving passive design is a tightly-sealed envelope that [...]
The success of a high-performing exterior wall air barrier performance is dependent on proper installation and a whole-building airtightness approach. Proper installation involves following manufacturer [...]
In the mid-1990s, architects, contractors, and homeowners became aware of serious mold and mildew problems associated with barrier exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS), an [...]
A weather-resistant barrier (WRB) is an important part of today’s energy-efficient and healthy homes and commercial buildings. A modern WRB design shields the walls of [...]
When installing house wrap, it is essential to limit the wrap’s exposure to outside elements like the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays, wind, and dirt. However, [...]
A common question homeowners ask is, “Do I need house wrap behind vinyl siding?” Perhaps recent damage to their siding showed no house wrap under [...]