Hallmark Windows and Siding
installs DuPont™ Tyvek® with a large portion of our siding jobs.
Tyvek is the original selective barrier technology.
Since the initial discovery in 1955 that led to Tyvek®, DuPont has
been a recognized global leader in selective barrier technology.
Amazingly Light Tyvek® has a higher strength-to-weight ratio
than paper. So, lighter weights of Tyvek® can be used for most
applications. Tyvek is Tough! It is strong and rip-resistant.
Incredibly Water and Moisture Resistant Tyvek® absorbs little
or no moisture…and liquids simply run off its smooth surface.
And, the physical properties of Tyvek® are the same, wet or
dry!
With more than 30 years of residential performance on millions
of homes, DuPont™ Tyvek® HomeWrap® is the world's leading housewrap.
DuPont™ Tyvek® HomeWrap® has the optimum balance of properties
for superior performance against the elements and the competition.
When using Tyvek® HomeWrap® you can be assured you are using the
brand leader in weather resistant barriers.
A weather resistant barrier is a building's main protection against
the damaging effects of the elements. A funtioning barrier
must include two basic properties:
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It must have a high level of AIR
RESISTANCE- to help prevent drafts, reduce energy bills
and resist the flow of moisture laden air through wall cavities.
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It must have a high level of WATER RESISTANCE -to help
protect the wall cavity from water