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.
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<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.
Features & Benefits
Specifications
Standard Sizes
| Unit | Width | Length | Units per Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roll | 3 ft. | 100 ft. | 54 |
| Roll | 5 ft. | 100 ft. | 54 |
| Roll | 9 ft. | 150 ft. | 48 |
| Roll | 9 ft. | 100 ft. | 54 |
| Roll | 10 ft. | 100 ft. | 54 |
| Roll | 10 ft. | 150 ft. | 48 |
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:
| TEST METHOD | TEST TITLE | PROPERTY | RESULTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIR | |||
| ASTM E2178 | Standard Test Method for Determining Air Leakage Rate and Calculation of Air Permeance of Building Materials | Air Permeance | 0.02 max. L/s-m2 |
| TAPPI T460 | Air resistance of paper (Gurley method) | Air Penetration Resistance | 1800 min. sec/100cc |
| FIRE | |||
| ASTM E84 | Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials | Surface Burning Characteristics Class A Index | Flame Spread < 25 Smoke Developed <450 |
| STRENGTH | |||
| ASTM D5587 | Standard Test Method for Tearing Strength of Fabrics by Trapezoid Procedure | Tear Strength - Machine Direction Tear Strength - Cross Direction | 13 min. lbs. 13 min. lbs. |
| ASTM D5034 | Standard Test Method for Breaking Strength and Elongation of Textile Fabrics (Grab Test) | Grab Breaking Force - Machine Direction Grab Breaking Force - Cross Direction |
40 min. lbs./in. 35 min. lbs./in. |
| WATER | |||
| AATCC 127 | Test Method for Water Resistance: Hydrostatic Pressure | Water Resistance (at 55 cm water pressure) | >5 hrs with no leakage |
| ASTM E96 | Standard Test Methods for Gravimetric Determination of Water Vapor Transmission Rate of Materials | Water Vapor Transmission Method A | >5 perms |