DuPont™ Weathermate™ Plus Housewrap
Non-Woven, Non-Perforated Housewrap for Maximum Weather Defense
DuPont™ Weathermate™ Plus Housewrap
Non-Woven, Non-Perforated Housewrap for Maximum Weather Defense
<br><b>DuPont™ Weathermate™ Plus Housewrap</b> is a non-woven, non-perforated polyolefin-based wrap designed for enhanced job-site durability and long-term product performance for builders who want superior protection against the elements. It is specially engineered to maximize a home’s weather defense between the cladding and wall assembly, helping to ensure years of comfort for homeowners. <br><br> <b>Weathermate™ Plus Housewrap</b> forms a continuous protective membrane that defends walls from damaging bulk water and air infiltration, safeguarding against costly energy loss. It reduces drafts – increasing home comfort – and features superior water resistance to reduce the potential for water infiltration that may lead to mold and water damage of underlying water-sensitive wood sheathing. The engineered water vapor permeability of <b>Weathermate™ Plus Housewrap</b> enables water vapor behind the housewrap to escape to the exterior, thereby helping the wall dry from the inside out.
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Features & Benefits
Ease of Installation
- Translucent, giving builders a convenient, clear view of studs and the sheathing surface during installation.
- Durable, with a polymer will not rust or rot, offering superior tear resistance compared to other leading non-woven, nonperforated wraps.
- Breathable, with a water vapor transmission rating of 5 perm minimum.
- Able to cling to the house with its unique surface during installation.
- Simple and quiet to install, helping make a quieter home while under construction.
- Compatible with standard adhesives and sealants.
Temperature and UV Resistance
- Resistant to UV degradation, able to remain uncovered for as long as 120 days
Specifications
Standard Sizes
Testing
<b>Weathermate™ Plus Housewrap™</b> exhibits the properties and characteristics indicated in the table below when tested as represented. Review all instructions and (Material) Safety Data Sheet ((M)SDS) before use. Please contact your local DuPont™ Tyvek Specialist before writing specifications around this product. Product properties are as follows:
sec/100cc
Smoke Developed <450
13 min. lbs.
Grab Breaking Force - Cross Direction
35 min. lbs./in.
FAQ
How long can DuPont™ Weathermate™ Plus Housewrap be left exposed before covering? Weathermate™ Plus Housewrap should not be left uncovered for more than 120 days (60 days in Canada). Where can I get safety data sheets (SDS) for DuPont™ Weathermate™ Plus Housewrap? This product is globally defined as articles, which does not require a Safety Data Sheets according to chemical laws in the following:
United States Canada European Union (EU) and other Europe/Middle East/African (EMEA) countries Asia Pacific countries (including Australia, China, Japan, South Korea, Thailand, etc.)
The products listed do not release or otherwise result in exposure to a hazardous chemical under the intended conditions of use and meet all other listed requirements of an article. Therefore, these products meet the global definitions of articles which do not require SDS creation or distribution. What is the R-Value of DuPont™ Weathermate™ Plus Housewrap? Being a very thin material (as compared to insulation boards), DuPont™ Weathermate™ Plus Housewrap, like all other housewraps, do not contribute to the R-Value of a wall system. DuPont™ Weathermate™ Plus Housewrap saves energy by reducing the amount of air infiltration that occurs through the wall. This energy savings is sometimes compared to the savings generated by an insulation of appropriate R-value. But housewraps in and of themselves have essentially no R-Value. How thick is DuPont™ Weathermate™ Plus Housewrap? Weathermate™ Plus Housewrap is 18 mils thick. Can DuPont™ Weathermate™ Plus Housewrap be used in place of roofing felt paper on a residential sloped roof with shingles? DuPont does NOT recommend the use of Weathermate™ Plus Housewrap in this application. It is to be used in residential or commercial wall applications ONLY. Can I still qualify for the Product and Labor warranty for Weathermate™ Plus if I use DuPont Self-Adhered Flashing Products? Yes, DuPont Self-Adhered Flashing Products* can be used with Weathermate™ Plus to qualify the housewrap for the DuPont Building Envelope Solutions Products 10-Year Limited Warranty for DuPont™ Weathermate™ Products. DuPont Self-Adhered Flashing Products* are covered under the DuPont Building Envelope Solutions Products 10-Year Limited Warranty for Single-Family, Wood-Framed Multi-Family, and Light Commercial Buildings. See the respective warranty documents for details and conditions. *DuPont Self-Adhered Flashing Products:
DuPont™ Flashing Tape DuPont™ StraightFlash™ DuPont™ FlexWrap™ DuPont™ FlexWrap™ EZ DuPont™ VersaFlange™ What type of fasteners should be used to install DuPont™ Weathermate™ Plus Housewrap? Plastic cap nails are appropriate fasteners for DuPont™ Weathermate™ Plus Housewrap. There are pneumatic nailers for plastic cap nails that make fastening fast and secure. Plastic cap nails should be spaced about 16 inches in each direction. Staples with minimum 1-inch crown may also be used when spaced about 12 inches in each direction.
Tack hammers with 1/2' crown staples may be acceptable when installing our DuPont™ Weathermate™ Plus Housewrap. However, 1' crown staples is the best practice. When ½' crown staples are used, placing more staples than the recommended 12 inch in each direction is highly recommended.
All fasteners should penetrate at least 1/2 inch into the nail base. Can DuPont™ Weathermate™ Plus Housewrap be installed over wet substrates? No. DuPont™ Weathermate™ Plus Housewrap should not be installed over visibly wet substrates.
Substrates should be visibly dry before installing DuPont™ Weathermate™ Plus Housewrap. Wood based products within a wall assembly should be dried below 20% moisture content prior to enclosing the assembly on both sides. Do I need to replace DuPont™ Weathermate™ Plus Housewrap if I’m replacing siding? Yes. If siding is being replaced, there would be penetrations from previously installed siding, and we recommend installing new Weathermate™ Plus with the new siding.