Tyvek® HomeWrap® Buliding Wrap at Treco Steel

10 good reasons to specify or use Tyvek® HomeWrap®

1. Unlike other commonly used building wraps, Tyvek® HomeWrap® is not perforatedwith holes that can reduce the effectiveness of the wrap.
2. The microfibrous, non-perforated structure of Tyvek® HomeWrap® allows walls tobreathe while providing a highly effective water barrier.
3. Tyvek® HomeWrap® improves energy efficiency by protecting other insulation.
4. Tyvek® HomeWrap® is light and easy to handle while exhibiting high strength anddurability characteristics.
5. 2743mm (9 foot) and 3048mm (10 foot) wide rolls allow for one pass around abuilding saving time and effort.
6. Tyvek® HomeWrap® satisfies James Hardie® vapour permeable membranerequirements to be an accepted breathable membrane behind James Hardie®external cladding
7. Tyvek® HomeWrap® is specified as the accepted building membrane in BORALOutRWALLTM and BORAL FireClad® Wall systems.
8. Tyvek® HomeWrap® is specified by Tillings Timbers as an acceptable buildingmembrane behind their range of Western Red Cedar Timber Cladding.
9. Tyvek® is a respected Global brand used in over 15 million buildings world wide.
10. Fully complies with Australian standards for flexible building membranes.

An effective building wrap saves money in the long run and protects what is always a significant financialinvestment. A building membrane, installed under the outer cladding, should facilitate vapour permeability,allowing moisture to escape to aid in the prevention of mould and mildew. At the same time, it should forma protective skin against wind and rain to prevent costly water damage and provide a dry, comfortable,healthy and energy efficient living space.