DuPont™ Tyvek® HomeWrap Breathable, Fire Retardant, Synthetic Wall Underlay
- Abbreviation
- CMA-CM40140
- Valid from
- 27/07/2015
- Information provider
- Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment
- Author
- CertMark International Pty Ltd
- Information type
- Product Certificate (CodeMark)
- Format
Description
DuPont™ Tyvek® HomeWrap is a breathable wall wrap designed to allow moisture vapour to pass through whilst preventing transfer of liquid water. This helps promote drying in wall systems, to help prevent mould and water damage.
Tyvek® HomeWrap stops air movement through the walls, helping insulation perform closer to its full R-value, to provide a more energy efficient home.
Scope
This product is certified for use as a wall underlay.
Must be taped around penetrations allowing for free drainage of condensation.
Can be used with LSOP treated timber as long as the solvent has had time to flash off.
Can only be used behindf claddings that are covered by Acceptable Solution E2/AS1.