Perforated Wraps

Perforated wraps give up a great deal of resistance to air and water penetration in order to achieve some level of vapor permeability. Water and air infiltration can lead to the potential for water damage and make insulation less effective, leading to higher energy costs

Low Perm Microporous Film Wraps

A low perm, microporous film wrap is manufactured in a two-part process, where a coarse fabric backing with no protection for a building is laminated with a fragile film, in order to pass minimum requirements for water and air resistance. The film layer is delicate and routinely compromised in the real world through tearing and abrasion.

Ease of Installation

Tyvek® StructureGuard® is easy to install. It is pliable, so it readily wraps around corners, interfaces at joints, and wraps over unique architectural geometries.

Light weight, easy to handle, and fast to install, Tyvek® StructureGuard® is available in 9-foot and 10-foot width rolls, to help minimize seams and offer the potential for reduction in labor.

How this technology works

The unique non-woven structure of Tyvek® StructureGuard® makes it breathable, allowing moisture vapor to pass through. This helps promote drying in wall systems, to help prevent mold and water damage. In addition, Tyvek® StructureGuard® stops air movement through the walls, helping insulation perform closer to its full R-value, to provide a more energy-efficient home.