What are the benefits of house wrap?

In the 1940s and 1960s, two men suspected that the" vapor condensation developed on the exterior wall and roof of the building has serious impact on the performance of building insulation material and the durability of envelope structure." This impact can result in not only the development of mould but the dampening of the building structure. Due to this condition, DuPont introduced a product called Tyvek that helps to lessen the penetration of water. This article will examine some of its benefits.

House wrap materials

House wrap is made from a collection of materials called "space age polymers" which helps moisture to escape while not allowing any to pass the barrier. The fibres from which the house wrap is made are woven together "randomly distributed and nondirectional." These fibres are not bonded together with fillers or chemicals but with heat.

Creates an air and water barrier

The house wrap is able to allow moisture to pass through the house wrap without allowing water to penetrate the barrier and enter the house. By preventing water from penetrating the house wrap, mould is not able to form. When water is able to penetrate the building, it makes the building materials wet. This can lead to rot and this can negatively affect the foundation of the building. Choose the house wrap for your application. You can choose between house wraps that have holes large enough to allow for the venting of water, or the house wraps that have smaller holes which act as a wick. In order to create the necessary barrier, the proper joint tape must be used. The house wrap helps to create a barrier to protect from air infiltration. If there are any holes in the insulation or cracks around the windows and doors, then cold air can penetrate the building, causing it to become cold. When you install house wrap, then you create a barrier that can slow down the infiltration of air, or it can stop it altogether.

Energy efficient

When you install house wrap, you create a building that is more energy efficient. By keeping out air and water, you create building materials that act as they should. When this happens, the house will be able to be heated more efficiently. Keeping it cooler as well will be easier.