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Tyvek / Discussions

What is the proper location of a vapor barrier in a home in New York State?

...Tyvek type outer wrap, but we want to consider adding 1/2" or 1" polystyrene to the inside to prevent bridging.  Sheet is then applied to the polystyrene.     I...

Posted by Michael Boice Jan. 15, 2022 Air and vapour barriers 2 responses

Is the ZIP Sheathing system better than house wrap?

...Tyvek, Home Wrap etc, are airtight as a ‘product’, but once you slam a few thousand staples into them, missing the mark with a few hundred probably and doing no...

Posted by Fred Martens Dec. 18, 2021 Walls and Roofs 1 response

If the foundation wall has tyvek wrap will it trap moisture?

...tyvek then studs and insulation and plastic over top of this, there's moisture and ice and water inside on the insulation. If you mean there is Tyvek against th...

Posted by Hos Boss March 9, 2021 Basements improvements 1 response

Can you spray foam a house from the outside?

 I live in Calgary, Alberta. My house is a 1940s bungalow with a second storey added in 1988. We are replacing the vinyl siding with Hardie Board, and want to i...

Posted by Joan Lawrence July 11, 2019 Wall assemblies - renovation 3 responses

Which type of exterior insulation to use on a house?

...Tyvek" wrap, fasten 1.5" rigid to the studs. Then apply a royal building (brand) vinyl siding directly on top of the rigid insulation using 3" fasteners.  plea...

Posted by Trevor Marshand May 26, 2020 Insulation and soundproofing 1 response

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