Tyvek House Wrap On Roof

I think a roll is 4 x 100.

Tyvek house wrap on roof.

Tyvek protec roofing underlayments feature a unique embossed pattern allowing for better traction and grip while walking on the roof. Some types can also be used as insulation to help provide the first defense against energy transfer through the walls. I think this is a recipe for disaster i actually don t even like house wrap under siding. House wrap can help keep moisture out while helping to promote air flow.

Find tyvek house wrap at lowe s today. Here is a link to an article i wrote on the topic. I would never allow a roofing contractor to use house wrap tyvek as roofing underlayment. The product that you are looking for is probably a synthetic roofing underlayment.

The tyvek wrap is placed on top of the roof trusses joists before the house is sheathed. To attach tyvek in wood frame construction use dupont tyvek wrap cap nails dupont tyvek wrap cap staples other cap staples for the stinger cap stapler. The first roll should be plumb with the bottom edge of the wall. Tyvek protec underlayments are ideal for jobs from renovation to new construction and designed for slopes 2 12 and higher under a variety of roofing materials.

A minimum of 15 lb felt even better is non organic 30lb felt with self stick ice and water shield at the eaves and all valleys. Let me know what you guys think. No tyvek housewrap is not designed to be used on roofs. It is suppose to make a house up to 30 more efficient.

Many people are familiar with tyvek house wrap whether through previous use or simply due to name recognition like kleenex jacuzzi or hoover. There is an installation video on the tyvek site. It s not a good choice for the job you have in mind. If stud marks are printed on your tyvek product line them up with the first stud of your wall.

Of course the wrap is expensive at about 200 bucks a roll.