DuPont™ Tyvek® Housewrap
Control Moisture With a Breathable Membrane for Walls
DuPont™ Tyvek® Housewrap offers durable protection from moisture for walls and is also breathable to reduce condensation.
DuPont™ Tyvek® Housewrap
DuPont™ Tyvek® Housewrap is the ideal breathable membrane for timber frame wall systems and is also suitable for steel frame and concrete wall construction. It is surface-applied and should be fixed directly to the sheathing ply/OSB, insulation or blockwork.
Tyvek® Housewrap is made of high-density polyethylene fibres for long-term protection against the elements. This durable, lightweight breathable membrane is windtight and water resistant and designed for use in new build, refurbishment or extension projects.
Features & benefits
| Feature | Benefit |
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| Highly permeable to water vapour |
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| Lightweight & flexible |
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| Can be left uncovered for up to 4 months while retaining full performance |
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| CE Marked and fully BBA, IAB, and UKAS approved |
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Physical properties
| Method | Unit | Value | |
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| Mass per unit area | EN 1849-2 | g/m2 | 63 |
| Maximum tensile force (MD) | EN 12311-1 | N/50mm | 310 |
| Elongation at max. tensile force (MD) | EN 12311-1 | % | 17 |
| Maximum tensile force (XD) | EN 12311-1 | N/50mm | 310 |
| Elongation at max. tensile force (XD) | EN 12311-1 | % | 20 |
| Resistance to tearing MD (nail shank) | EN 12310-1 | N | 55 |
| Resistance to tearing XD (nail shank) | EN 12310-1 | N | 50 |
Technical resources
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