WaterShed Low Perm 108 in. W X 100 ft. L House-Wrap 8 mm

Description

The most effective time to install water-resistive barriers is when – walls are constructed, roof sheathing is installed, step flashings and kick-out flashings are installed, and before the windows and doors are set. If windows and doors are already set, please refer to the flashing manufacturer install instructions for sealing HouseWrap. Perma "R" Products manufacture PermaPro, PermaWrap, and PermaGuard HouseWraps. When attaching HouseWrap on wood-base sheathings, such as 7/16 in. OSB or 15/32 in. plywood, apply plastic-capped staples or plastic-capped nails every 32 in. (vertically and horizontally). When attaching HouseWrap on an open stud or non-structure sheathing, apply plastic-capped staples or plastic-capped nails long enough to penetrate the stud every 32 in. (vertically and horizontally). When installing HouseWrap over a steel frame, use screws with washers. Overlap subsequent rolls with 6 in. (152 mm) vertical and horizontal laps in the field and 12 in. (340 mm) at the inside and outside corners. Tape all vertical and horizontal seams and penetrations. Unroll the HouseWrap along the exterior wall. Pull the HouseWrap snug and fasten it to studs or sheathing and to the top and bottom plates. Extend the bottom edge of the HouseWrap 2-4 in. (51-102 mm) over the sill plate. Wrap HouseWrap completely around the building, covering window and door openings, plates, sills, and corners. When wrapping multi-level houses, the top sheet of HouseWrap should overlap the lower sheet at least 6 in. (152 mm). When installing windows make what is called a "martini" cut in the window opening. degree angle.