Air Barriers Installation Guidelines

DuPont Tyvek Water-Resistive and

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DuPont Tyvek Water-
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Resistive and Air Barriers

Installation Guidelines
HELPING YOU GET THE JOB DONE RIGHT

FOR BUILDINGS LESS THAN 5 STORIES AND LOW-RISE MULTI-FAMILY REVISION 3/17
RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS LESS THAN 6 STORIES
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Table of Contents Applicable Products

Applicable Products........................................................................................................... 3 Water-Resistive Barriers (WRB)
Warranty............................................................................................................................ 4 PRODUCT DIMENSIONS AREA
Water-Resistive Barrier (WRB) Code Requirements......................................................... 4 DuPont™ Tyvek® HomeWrap® 3 ft x 100 ft 300 sq ft
General Instructions ......................................................................................................... 5 3 ft x 165 ft 495 sq ft
5 ft x 200 ft 1,000 sq ft
Special Considerations ..................................................................................................... 5 9 ft x 100 ft 900 sq ft
Installation Instructions...................................................................................................... 6 9 ft x 150 ft 1,350 sq ft
10 ft x 100 ft 1,000 sq ft
Continuity.......................................................................................................................... 7 10 ft x 150 ft 1,500 sq ft
Terminations................................................................................................................. 7
DuPont™ Tyvek® StuccoWrap® 5 ft x 200 ft 1,000 sq ft
Gable Ends.................................................................................................................... 7
Cantilever Floors........................................................................................................... 7 DuPont™ Tyvek® DrainWrap™ 9 ft x 125 ft 1,125 sq ft
Installation of Metal Flashing at Façade Transitions..................................................... 8 10 ft x 125 ft 1,250 sq ft
Penetrations - Method 1 for Non-Flanged Products..................................................... 9 DuPont™ Tyvek® ThermaWrap™ LE 5 ft x 150 ft 750 sq ft
Penetrations - Method 2 for Non-Flanged Products..................................................... 9 9 ft x 100 ft 900 sq ft
Penetrations - Method 1 for Flanged Products........................................................... 10 DuPont™ Tyvek® CommercialWrap® 5 ft x 200 ft 1,000 sq ft
Penetrations - Method 2 for Flanged Products........................................................... 10 10 ft x 125 ft 1,250 sq ft
Flashing Beam Penetrations....................................................................................... 11 DuPont™ Tyvek® CommercialWrap® D 5 ft x 200 ft 1,000 sq ft
Handling Tears and Holes........................................................................................... 12 10 ft x 125 ft 1,250 sq ft
Tilt Wall Instructions........................................................................................................ 13
DuPont™ Flashing Systems Integration .......................................................................... 14 Flashing Products
Facade Considerations.................................................................................................... 15 PRODUCT WIDTH
Stucco and Direct-Applied Stone................................................................................ 15 DuPont™ FlexWrap™ NF 6 in
Brick ........................................................................................................................... 15 9 in
Stone Veneer.............................................................................................................. 15 DuPont™ StraightFlash™ 4 in
Wood Siding............................................................................................................... 15 9 in
Fiber Cement Siding................................................................................................... 16
DuPont™ StraightFlash™ VF 6 in
Vinyl Siding................................................................................................................. 16
EIFS............................................................................................................................ 16 DuPont™ Flashing Tape 4 in
Exterior Insulation....................................................................................................... 16 6 in
9 in
Temporary Fastening....................................................................................................... 16 12 in
Key Installation Requirements for DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs............................................. 17
Continuity ................................................................................................................... 17
Penetrations................................................................................................................ 17
Fasteners.................................................................................................................... 17
Proper Overlap for Water Management..................................................................... 18
Technical Specifications.............................................................................................. 19
Warning...................................................................................................................... 19
Note............................................................................................................................ 19

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Installation Accessories (152 mm). The felt or other approved material shall be continuous to the top of walls
PRODUCT TYPE QUANTITY and terminated at penetrations and building appendages in a manner to meet the
requirements of the exterior wall envelope as described in Section R703.1.”
DuPont™ Tyvek® Tape 2” Bulk Pack 36 rolls/case
3” Bulk Pack 24 rolls/case The 2015 International Building Code (Section 1403.2 Weather Protection) requires that
DuPont™ Tyvek® Metallized Tape 2” x 100’ Rolls 12 rolls/case “exterior walls shall provide the building with a weather resistant exterior wall envelope.
The exterior wall envelope shall include flashing, as described in Section 1405.4. The
DuPont™ Tyvek® Wrap Cap staples or 7/8”, 1-1/4”, and 1-1/2” lengths 2,000/box exterior wall envelope shall be designed and constructed in such a manner as to
other cap staples for Stinger™ Cap 3/8” and 5/8” lengths 2,016/box
prevent the accumulation of water within the wall assembly by providing a water-
Stapler
resistive barrier behind the exterior veneer, as described in Section 1404.2, and a means
DuPont™ Tyvek® Wrap Cap nails 1” electro-galvanized ring 2,000/box for draining water that enters the assembly to the exterior. Section 1404.2 (Water-
shank nail resistive barrier) states that “not fewer than one layer of No. 15 asphalt felt, complying
DuPont™ Tyvek® Wrap Cap screws 2” dia. plastic cap, 1,000/box with ASTM D 226 for Type 1 felt or other approved materials, shall be attached to the
1-3/4” screw length studs or sheathing, with flashing as described in Section 1405.4, in such a manner as to
DuPont™ Adhesive/Primer provide a continuous water-resistive barrier behind the exterior veneer.
DuPont™ Window and Door Foam The DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs listed below qualify as approved water-resistive barriers
DuPont™ Residential Sealant based on ICC-ES AC38 Acceptance Criteria according to the associated Evaluation
Reports
DuPont™ RainVent™ Battens 5/8 in x 3/8 in x 8 ft 40/pack
• ICC-ES Evaluation Report ESR 2375
Warranty – DuPont™ Tyvek® HomeWrap®
– DuPont™ Tyvek® StuccoWrap®
Please refer to the DuPont Weatherization Products 10-Year Limited Warranty for
Buildings Less Than 5 Stories and Low-Rise Multi-Family Buildings Less Than 6 Stories. – DuPont™ Tyvek® DrainWrap™
For buildings greater than 4 stories, please refer to the DuPont Weatherization Products – DuPont™ Tyvek® CommercialWrap®
10-Year Limited Warranty for Buildings Greater Than 4 Stories. – DuPont™ Tyvek® CommercialWrap® D
• ICC-ESR-1993: DuPont™ Tyvek® ThermaWrap™ LE
Water-Resistive Barrier (WRB) Code Requirements And Industry Standard ASTM E 2556 Type II Standard Specification for Vapor Permeable
The 2015 International Residential Code (Section R703.1.1 Water Resistance) requires Flexible Sheet Water-Resistive Barriers Intended for Mechanical Attachment
that “the exterior wall envelope shall be designed and constructed in a manner that Air leakage control and air barriers are required in the IECC-2015 Sections R402.4 and
prevents the accumulation of water within the wall assembly by providing a water- C402.4. Specifically, Section C402.5 identifies three compliance options for air barriers.
resistant barrier behind the exterior veneer as required by Section R703.2 and a means DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs comply with the option detailed in Section C402.5.1.2.1:
of draining to the exterior water that enters the assembly.” Section R703.2 (Water- “C402.5.1.2.1 Materials. Materials with an air permeability no greater than 0.004 cfm/ft2
resistive barrier) states that “one layer of No. 15 asphalt felt, free from holes and (0.02 L/s x m2) under a pressure differential of 0.3 inches water gauge (75 Pa) when
breaks, complying with ASTM D 226 for Type 1 felt or other approved water-resistive tested in accordance with ASTM E 2178 shall comply with this section.” Tyvek® WRBs
barrier shall be applied over studs or sheathing of all exterior walls. Such felt or material have been tested in accordance with ASTM E2178 and have air permeability less than
shall be applied horizontally, with the upper layer lapped over the lower layer not less 0.02 L/s x m2.
than 2 inches (51 mm). Where joints occur, felt shall be lapped not less than 6 inches

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DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs have been tested to the following standards: 4. DuPont™ Tyvek® ThermaWrap™ LE must be installed with shiny, metallic side facing
towards a clear ¾ inch minimum air space to obtain the installed R-Value benefits.
• ASTM E 1677 Standard Specification for an Air Retarder (AR) Material or System for
ThermaWrap™ LE will still act as a water-resistive barrier without an air space. Refer to
Low-Rise Framed Building Walls
the DuPont™ Tyvek® ThermaWrap™ LE Fact Sheet for more information.
• ASTM E 2178 Standard Test Method for Air Permeance of Building Materials
5. DuPont requires that DuPont™ Tyvek® HomeWrap®, DuPont™ Tyvek® StuccoWrap®,
• ASTM E96-05 Water Vapor Transmission DuPont™ Tyvek® DrainWrap™ and DuPont™ Tyvek® ThermaWrap™ LE be covered
• ATTCC 127 Water Penetration Resistance within 4 months (120 days) of installation. DuPont™ Tyvek® CommercialWrap® and
• ASTM E 84 Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building DuPont™ Tyvek® CommercialWrap® D must be covered within 9 months (270 days) of
Materials installation.
The application of DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs is governed by the code adopted and 6. DuPont requires that DuPont™ FlexWrap™ NF and StraightFlash™ be covered within
enforced by the local jurisdiction. Consult your jurisdiction to assure compliance with nine months (270 days) of installation. DuPont requires that DuPont™ Flashing Tape be
the local building code. covered within four months (120 days) of installation.
7. DuPont™ self-adhered flashing systems products perform best when installed at
temperatures above 25°F (–4°C).
General Instructions
8. DuPont™ self-adhered flashing systems products should be installed on clean, dry
The best time to install DuPont™ Tyvek® water-resistive barriers is: surfaces that are free of frost. Wipe surfaces to remove moisture, dirt, grease and
• AFTER the roof sheathing is installed other debris that could interfere with adhesion.
• AFTER the step flashings and kickout flashings have been installed 9. Adverse weather conditions or cold temperatures may require use of a primer to
promote adhesion of DuPont™ self-adhered flashing products to most common
• BEFORE the windows and doors are installed.
building materials.
DuPont™ self-adhered flashing systems products are not intended for through- 10. Concrete, masonry, and fiber-faced exterior gypsum board require the use of a
wall flashing applications. compatible adhesive or primer.
11. Remove all wrinkles and bubbles that may allow for water intrusion by smoothing
Special Considerations surface and repositioning as necessary during installation of DuPont™ self-adhered
flashing systems products. Apply pressure along entire surface of flashing for a good
1. Wall assemblies using equivalent fasteners must meet or exceed ASTM E1677 bond using firm hand pressure, J-roller, or alternate tool without sharp edges (such as a
performance requirements of 65 mph equivalent structural load resistance and 15 mph plastic carpet tuck tool) to assist with application of uniform pressure.
equivalent wind-driven rain water infiltration resistance.
When installing windows and doors prior to the DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB , refer to the
2. When performance requirements exceed ASTM E1677, 65 mph equivalent structural DuPont™ Flashing Systems Installation Guidelines, Installation Instructions for Windows
load and 15 mph equivalent wind-driven rain water infiltration for buildings less than 5 and Doors BEFORE Water-Resistive Barrier (WRB) is Installed, which will direct you
stories, it is recommended to install a high pressure skirt to help prevent water back to this guide at the appropriate step.
intrusion at the sill or threshold and follow the DuPont™ Tyvek® Mechanically Fastened
Air and Water Barrier Installation Guidelines For Buildings Greater Than 4 Stories and If the windows and doors have already been installed and flashed, integrate the
High Performance Installations of Any Height and the DuPont Self-Adhered Flashing DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB by following the DuPont™ Flashing Systems Integration
Systems Installation Guidelines For Buildings Greater Than 4 Stories and High section in this guide (page 13).
Performance Installations of Any Height.
NOTE: If DuPont™ FlexWrap™ NF and apron are used, install the DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB
3. DuPont™ Tyvek® StuccoWrap™ and DuPont™ Tyvek® DrainWrap™ must be installed under the apron to ensure proper shingling. If a non-self adhering sill flashing product is
with drainage grooves vertical, going up and down. No surface preparation is needed used, please maintain proper shingling.
for the installation of DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs.

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Installation Instructions 4
Start at bottom corner of structure to ensure proper shingling throughout the installation. Proper shingling is required to shed water
and to prevent water from entering the wall system. Printed stud marks are available on some DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs to aid in
aligning with the studs (e.g. studmarks are 8” apart for DuPont™ Tyvek® HomeWrap®).

STEP 1 STEP 4 Min. 6”

Align roll at bottom corner of structure. Roll should be plumb. Unroll directly over windows and doors. Upper layer of DuPont™
Tyvek® WRB should overlap bottom layer by a minimum of 6”.
Bottom edge of roll must: window
NOTE: If windows are already installed, the DuPont™ Tyvek®
• extend over sill plate interface by at least 1” (2” or greater WRB must be integrated with proper shingling with window 6 rough
is recommended) flashings. If DuPont™ FlexWrap™ NF and apron are used, install opening
the DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB under the apron to ensure proper 2 5
• extend to bottom of sill plate for slab on grade foundations,
shingling. If non-self adhering sill flashing is used, install the 6”-12”
or, WRB under the bottom of the sill flashing to maintain proper 1
• be properly integrated with water drainage components shingling.
such as kick out flashing or weep screed (for stucco
exteriors). STEP 5
When bottom edge of roll is less than 2” over the sill plate Tape all vertical seams with DuPont™ Tyvek® Tape. If the
interface, it is recommended to seal or skip-seal the DuPont™ DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB is not being installed as an air barrier, 7
Tyvek® WRB at the bottom of the wall.* DuPont™ Tyvek® Tape is not required on horizontal seams but is
considered a recommended best practice. Use 3” DuPont™
STEP 2 Tyvek® Tape for the horizontal seams of DuPont™ Tyvek®
Examples of
UNWRAP roll starting at corner. Overlap all vertical seems by StuccoWrap® and DuPont™ Tyvek® DrainWrap™. Use DuPont™
Tyvek® Metalized Tape when taping DuPont™ Tyvek® Sealing DuPont™
6-12”. Tyvek® WRB at
ThermaWrap™ LE.
Bottom of Wall
STEP 3
Secure DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB to the stud or other nail-base STEP 6 (For Air Barrier Installations) Option 1 Option 2
material, i.e., wood sheathing. Fasteners should be placed no When installing as an air barrier, the horizontal seams must be
closer than 6” and no farther than 18” on vertical stud lines. taped. The use of 3” DuPont™ Tyvek® Tape is required for both
Securing along stud lines will assist in maintaining fastening vertical and horizontal seams of DuPont™ Tyvek® StuccoWrap®
pattern. Penetrating bandboard or other horizontal members may and DuPont™ Tyvek® DrainWrap™ for air barrier installations.
be necessary to maintain fastening pattern. Do not install fasteners 1” min. 2”
within 6” of the sills and jambs and within 9” of the head of the STEP 7 (For Air Barrier Installations)
window rough openings. Use one or more of the recommended
fasteners below for use with DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs: Taping or sealing all terminations of DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs
(including, but not limited to, roof-wall and bottom of the wall Overlap DuPont™ Tyvek® Seal interface of sheathing
• DuPont™ Tyvek® Wrap Cap nails interfaces) using DuPont™ Tyvek® Tape, DuPont™ Residential WRB onto foundation by a and foundation using
• DuPont™ Tyvek® Wrap Cap screws Sealant (or recommended sealant), DuPont™ StraightFlash™, or minimum of 1” and seal DuPont™ self-adhered
DuPont™ Flashing Tape is required when installing as an air with DuPont™ self-adhered flashing product, overlap
• DuPont™ Tyvek® Wrap Cap staples or other cap staples for barrier.*
Stinger™ Cap Stapler** flashing product.* DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB onto
DuPont™ self-adhered
• Other manufacturers’ equivalent fasteners. flashing product by a
Please see “Special Considerations” section above for minimum of 1” and
equivalent fastener requirements and “Temporary Fastening” terminate using DuPont™
section below for more information on alternative fastening Tyvek® Tape.*
schedules and requirements.

*Use DuPont™ self-adhered flashing products with DuPont™ Adhesive/ **Except when installing DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB over foam and other STEP 8
Primer (or recommended primer) as applicable to seal the DuPont™ Tyvek® non-nail-base sheathings. After DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB is installed refer to the DuPont™
WRB directly to concrete, wood, or other rough surfaces. The DuPont™ Flashing Systems Installation Guidelines, Installation Instructions
Tyvek® WRB can also be sealed to rough surfaces using DuPont™ for Windows and Doors AFTER Water-Resistive Barrier (WRB) is
Residential Sealant (or recommended sealant). Installed to prepare and flash windows and doors.

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Continuity Gable Ends

Completely cover the Gable End with the
It is important to maintain the DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB including a 6”-12”
continuity of the DuPont™ Tyvek® overlap at each corner. Cut away the
WRB from top to bottom with excess WRB and tape all seams.
proper shingling. Continue
wrapping all the way up the
structure, overlapping the 6”-12”
Overlap
previous layer of DuPont™
Tyvek® WRB by a minimum of
6”. Wrap the entire wall surface
including unconditioned spaces.

Minimum 6” overlap

Cantilever Floors
Wrap the DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB under and up the Cantilever floor and fold the DuPont™
Tyvek® WRB up the sides of the Cantilever wall a minimum of 6”. Tape all corners. The
top layer of DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB should go over the bottom layer a minimum of 6”.
Terminations
Lap DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB over all NOTE: Make the inside corner as tight as possible using a 1x4 or similar.
flashing (e.g. step flashing, wall to
roof intersections and through wall
flashings).
Weep screeds and expansion joints
need to be integrated with flashings
and the DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB.

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Installation of Metal Flashing at Façade Transitions

Option 1: Metal Flashing Terminated Option 2: Metal Flashing Terminated

onto DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB onto Sheathing
3
STEP 1 STEP 1 4
Install the “Z” or “L” metal flashing over Install the first course of DuPont™ Tyvek®
the lower façade and onto the DuPont™ WRB so it extends a minimum of 2”
5
Tyvek® WRB with mechanical fasteners 2 beyond where the top edge of the lower 4
or DuPont™ Adhesive/Primer. façade will be located. 3
NOTE: Do not install DuPont™ Tyvek® NOTE: Do not install DuPont™ Tyvek®
WRB fasteners where the metal flashing WRB fasteners where the metal flashing
or DuPont™ self-adhered flashing systems 1 or DuPont™ self-adhered flashing systems 1
products will be installed. products will be installed. 2

STEP 2 STEP 2
Terminate the vertical leg of the metal Install the “Z” or “L” metal flashing along
flashing to DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB with the top edge of the lower façade with the
DuPont™ self-adhered flashing systems vertical leg overlapping the DuPont™
product so there is a minimum of 2” Tyvek® WRB.
adhesion onto the DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB.
STEP 3
STEP 3 Terminate the vertical leg of the metal
Install the upper façade according to the flashing directly to the sheathing with
manufacturer’s instructions. DuPont™ self-adhered flashing systems
product with minimum of 2” adhesion
onto the sheathing.
STEP 4
Install the next course of DuPont™ Tyvek®
WRB to overlap the DuPont™ self-adhered
flashing systems products by a minimum
of 2” and seal with DuPont™ Tyvek® Tape
or DuPont™ Residential Sealant.
STEP 5
Install upper façade according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.

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Penetrations - Method 1 for Non-Flanged Products

Seal the DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB around penetrations made to accommodate plumbing NOTE: Always use positive shingling by installing DuPont™ Flashing Systems products or
pipes, HVAC components, dryer vents, bathroom exhaust fans, exterior electrical outlets, DuPont™ Tyvek® Tape from bottom of penetrations to top, with upper layer installed over
exterior lights, gas lines, or other objects. lower layer.

STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4

Secure head flap using
Cut head flap in Install DuPont™ FlexWrap™ DuPont™ Flashing
DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB NF around top of Systems products or
penetration overlapping DuPont™ Tyvek® Tape
bottom layer of DuPont™
FlexWrap™ NF by 2"

Install DuPont™ FlexWrap™ NF

around bottom of penetration

Penetrations - Method 2 for Non-Flanged Products

STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3

Cut DuPont™
Tyvek® WRB OPTIONAL:
Apply DuPont™ Tape a piece of DuPont™
back 1” around FlexWrap™ NF
penetration F Tyvek® WRB over the
around penetration ™

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top of the DuPont™
with a 2” overlap FlexWrap™ NF
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onto the layer below

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Penetrations - Method 1 for Flanged Products

Products that have flanges should be integrated into the DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB using NOTE: Always use positive shingling by installing DuPont™ Flashing Systems products
DuPont™ Tyvek® Tape or DuPont™ Flashing Systems products. or DuPont™ Tyvek® Tape from bottom of penetrations to top, with upper layer installed
over lower layer.

STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3

Install DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB so it
Apply DuPont™ overlaps piece below by a
Flashing Systems minimum of 6“ and use DuPont™
products to flanges Tyvek® Tape at seams

6“ Minimum
DuPont™ Tyvek®
WRB Overlap
Install a piece of
DuPont™ Tyvek®
WRB under
bottom flange

Penetrations - Method 2 for Flanged Products

STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3

DuP OPTIONAL:
ont ™
Res
Apply DuPont™
ide
ntia Residential
l Se Sealant, or
ala
Cut DuPont ™ nt
recommended
Tyvek® WRB sealant, around
back 1” around penetration.
penetration to
expose flange Install DuPont™
Flashing Systems
products or
DuPont™ Tyvek®
Tape

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Flashing Beam Penetrations STEP 3

STEP 1 Seal around the beam using two pieces of
A. Install the first course of DuPont™ 6” wide DuPont™ FlexWrap™ NF.
Tyvek® WRB so the top edge is flush A. Cut the first piece of DuPont™ B
with the bottom of the beam. FlexWrap™ NF long enough wrap
around the bottom half of the beam.
Break the perforation in the release
paper by folding the DuPont™
A FlexWrap™ NF top sheet to the inside
of the fold. With the DuPont™
A
FlexWrap™ NF still folded, remove the
narrow piece of release paper and
adhere the exposed butyl to the
bottom and up each side of the beam.
Remove the remaining release paper
and fan the DuPont™ FlexWrap™ NF
out onto the DuPont™ Tyvek® on the
face of the wall.
B. Cut the second piece of DuPont™
FlexWrap™ NF long enough to wrap
STEP 2 around the top half of the beam,
overlapping the first piece of DuPont™
A. Cut pieces of DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB to
FlexWrap™ NF on each side by 2”.
fit between beams. The pieces should
Install along the top of the beam and
extend a minimum of 7” above the
down each side, overlapping the lower
beams and overlap the course below
piece of DuPont™ FlexWrap™ NF by 2”
by a minimum of 6”. Seal the vertical
using the method above.
seams with DuPont™ Tyvek® Tape.
NOTE: For air barrier installations, seal
all vertical and horizontal seams.
STEP 4 A
A A. Install the top course of the DuPont™
Tyvek® WRB, overlapping the DuPont™
Tyvek® WRB below with 1” gap above
A the beam. Tape all vertical seams with
DuPont™ Tyvek® Tape. NOTE: For air
barrier installations, seal all vertical and
horizontal seams.

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Handling Tears and Holes

During the course of installing the DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB, minor tears may occur. Be sure Larger holes (greater than 1”) may require cutting a piece of DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB to
to tape all tears. Tears can easily be covered with DuPont™ Tyvek® Tape (2” or 3”) or cover the hole, maintaining proper shingling.
DuPont™ Flashing Systems products.
Cut a slit 2” above the hole and extending a minimum of 2” on each side of the hole.
Measure and cut a piece of DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB to fit into the slit and cover the hole.
Tuck the cut piece of DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB into the slit. Tape along the perimeter by
starting at the bottom of the patch, shingling upper tape over bottom tape.
Tears

STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3

Holes

2“
Minimum

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Tilt Wall Instructions

STEP 1 Unroll and secure DuPont™ Tyvek® STEP 4 Fasten the side flaps and secure the
WRB over the wall panel. Leave enough lap to bottom flap to the foundation. For maximum air
ensure a minimum 6” overlap of the DuPont™ leakage reduction (when installing as an air
Tyvek® WRB on all sides except top of the wall. barrier), seal wrap at the bottom of the wall with
These flaps allow for a DuPont™ Tyvek® DuPont™ Residential Sealant, or recommended
WRB-to-DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB seal with sealant, DuPont™ Tyvek® Tape, DuPont™
adjacent sides. When taping, make sure the StraightFlash™ or DuPont™ Flashing Tape.
stud marks printed on the DuPont™ Tyvek®
WRB line up with the first stud and that the roll
is plumb.

STEP 2 When starting a wall section, fold the

beginning side flap over the vertical side of the
stud and secure. Trim off excess. Ensure that STEP 5 All vertical seams shall be taped with DuPont™ Tyvek® Tape. When installing
the bottom flap overhangs enough so that, as an air barrier, also tape all horizontal seams. Taping all vertical and horizontal seams,
when the wall is tilted upright, it overlaps the and taping or sealing all terminations (including, but not limited to, roof-wall interfaces
sill plate. and sill plates) is required when installing DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs as air barriers. Use
3” DuPont™ Tyvek® Tape when taping horizontal laps of DuPont™ Tyvek®
StuccoWrap® and DuPont™ Tyvek® DrainWrap™. Use DuPont™ Tyvek® Metalized Tape
when taping DuPont™ Tyvek® ThermaWrap™ LE.

STEP 6 After DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB is installed refer to the DuPont™ Flashing Systems
Installation Guidelines, Installation Instructions for Windows and Doors AFTER Water-
Resistive Barrier (WRB) is Installed.
STEP 3 As each wall section is raised,
ensure that the bottom flaps overlap the sill
plate and that the side flaps are on the
exterior of the house.

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DuPont™ Flashing Systems Integration STEP 2

A. Tape all seams as shown. DO NOT TAPE at bottom of window.
If windows and doors have not been installed, reference the DuPont™ Flashing Systems
Installation Guidelines, Installation Instructions for Windows and Doors AFTER Water- B. At the head, continuous tape seams as shown with DuPont™ Tyvek® Tape. Skip-taping
Resistive Barrier (WRB) is Installed to prepare the rough opening. at the head is acceptable if an air barrier is not required or if additional drainage is
desired.
If windows and doors are already installed and flashed, then follow these last 2
integration steps to tie the DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB into the flashing.
STEP 1
A. Verify that the DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB is properly shingled with the bottom of the
apron.
B. Cut as shown to expose window and apron. DO NOT CUT THROUGH FLASHING
OR APRON.
B

B
B

A DO NOT CUT!
through flashing
or apron.

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Facade Considerations Tyvek® WRB shall be vented to the exterior at the top and bottom of the wall. Some types
of brick ties will act as additional fasteners for DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs, and, if installed as
Water-resistive barrier performance is dependent upon the ability of the facade to drain. soon as practically possible after the DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB, may reduce the required
The following must be considered for specific facades. number of fasteners used for the initial attachment of the DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB.

Stucco and Direct-Applied Stone Stone Veneer

When stucco is installed over wood-based sheathing, the 2015 International Building The 2015 International Building Code (Section 1405.10) requires two layers of water
Code (Section 2510.6) requires a water-resistive vapor-permeable barrier with a resistive barrier (WRB) behind stone veneers over wood frame construction. When
performance at least equivalent to two layers of water resistive barrier complying with used behind stone veneer, DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs shall be installed in a similar manner
ASTM E 2556, Type I, or a water resistive barrier which is separated from the stucco by as they are installed behind stucco. DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs should be separated from
an intervening, substantially nonwater-absorbing layer or drainage space. When stucco the stone and mortar by a second layer of DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB, a layer of grade D
is installed over wood-based sheathing, the 2015 International Residential Code (Section building paper, felt, rigid foam board or the paper backing of paper-backed lath. The first
R703.7.3) requires a water-resistive vapor-permeable barrier with a performance at least layer (directly over sheathing or studs) serves as the wall system’s air and water barrier
equivalent to two layers of Grade D paper or a water-resistive barrier which is separated and shall be integrated with window and door flashings, the weep screed at the bottom
from the stucco by an intervening, substantially nonwater-absorbing layer or designed of the wall and any through wall flashing or expansion joints. Lath shall be installed over
drainage space. The individual layers shall be installed independently such that each the intervening layer (second layer) in accordance with ASTM C1063-03 Standard
layer provides a separate continuous plane and any flashing intended to drain to the Specification for Installation of Lathing and Furring to Receive Interior and Exterior
water-resistive barrier is directed between the layers. DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs used Portland Cement-Based Plaster and applicable codes. When rigid foam board is used as
behind stucco should be separated from the stucco by a second layer of DuPont™ the second layer, it is installed over the DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB. DuPont™ StuccoWrap®,
Tyvek® WRB, a layer of Grade D building paper, felt, rigid foam board or the paper DrainWrap® or CommercialWrap® D is recommended for this application.
backing of paper-backed lath. The first layer (directly over sheathing or studs) serves as
the wall system’s water-resistive barrier and is integrated with window and door Wood Siding
flashings, the weep screed at the bottom of the wall and any through wall flashings or The DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB and wood siding shall be installed according to
expansion joints. Lath shall be installed over the intervening layer in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, industry standards and applicable codes. As recommended
ASTM C1063-03 Standard Specification for Installation of Lathing and Furring to Receive by the Western Red Cedar Lumber Association and U. S. Forest Product Laboratory,
Interior and Exterior Portland Cement-Based Plaster and applicable codes. Rigid foam wood siding should be primed on all six sides before installation. Foam sheathing panels
board, when installed over DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB as an intervening layer, will provide often have low vapor permeability, and therefore can cause moisture to accumulate on
enhanced structural support to the DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB and may reduce the required the back of siding and cause staining, buckling and damage to finish coats. As a result,
number of fasteners used for the attachment of the DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB if installed the Western Red Cedar Lumber Association and other wood siding manufacturers
as soon as practically possible. DuPont™ StuccoWrap®, DrainWrap™ or recommend that furring strips are used to create an air space between foam sheathing
CommercialWrap® D is recommended for this application. and siding. Other recommendations that should be followed to minimize potential
problems are:
Brick
The 2015 International Residential Code (Section R703.8.4) requires a nominal 1 inch air • Use thicker siding patterns in widths of 8 inches or less. Thick, narrow siding is more
space separating the brick from the water-resistive barrier (WRB). The Brick Industry stable than thinner, wider patterns and better able to resist dimensional changes.
Association recommends a 1 inch air-space in front of wood stud construction and a 2 • Use kiln-dried siding over rigid foam sheathing.
inch air-space in front of steel stud construction. Consistent with these requirements and • Proper pre-finishing is essential.
recommendations, DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs shall be separated from the brick veneer by a
nominal 1 inch air-space. Window and door flashing, and through-wall flashing shall be • Use light color finish coats to maximize heat reflection and reduce dimensional
integrated with the DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB layer ensuring proper shingling. For maximum movement.
moisture management and drying of the wall system the air space in front of the DuPont™ • DuPont™ StuccoWrap®, DrainWrap™ or CommercialWrap® D applied over the foam
sheathing is recommended for this application.

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In high exposure installations, enhanced drainage and water management may be provided the DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB layer between the sheathing and exterior insulation. Window
by using DuPont™ Tyvek® StuccoWrap®, DrainWrap™ or CommercialWrap® D, by installing flashing, door flashing, and through wall flashing shall be integrated with the DuPont™
a drainage mesh over the water-resistive barrier, or by creating rainscreen cladding with a Tyvek® WRB layer ensuring proper shingling. The successful installation and
larger air space behind the siding using furring strips. If furring is installed over the DuPont™ performance of exterior insulation is dependent upon the proper design and
Tyvek® WRB to create a rainscreen, the primary fastener spacing can exceed 18”. construction of adjacent materials and systems of the structure.

Fiber Cement Siding NOTE: DuPont™ RainVent™ Battens can be used to improve the ventilation and draining
DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs and fiber cement siding shall be installed according to space behind wood, stucco or stone masonry, vinyl, and fiber cement cladding types.
manufacturer’s instructions and industry standards. In high exposure installations,
enhanced drainage and water management may be provided by using DuPont™ Tyvek®
StuccoWrap®, DrainWrap™ or CommercialWrap® D, by installing a drainage mesh over Temporary Fastening
the water-resistive barrier, or by creating rainscreen cladding with a larger air space Selection and use of temporary fastening methods is an option dependent on building
behind the siding using furring strips. If furring is installed over the DuPont™ Tyvek® schedule, cladding options, and local building practices. Temporary fasteners should
WRB to create a rainscreen, the primary fastener spacing can exceed 18”. In high wind not be relied upon to permanently attach DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs due to the limited
areas at gable end walls, FEMA recommends fiber cement siding be installed over holding power of these fastening methods. If temporary fasteners are used,
wood sheathing rather than over plastic foam sheathing. DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs and permanent fastening should be applied as soon as practically possible in order to
fiber cement siding shall be installed according to manufacturer’s instructions, industry maintain the integrity and performance of the DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB. Permanent
standards and applicable codes. fasteners include cladding fasteners such as brick ties, lath fasteners for traditional
stucco, exterior foam board fasteners, or siding installed with nails.
Vinyl Siding
Vinyl Siding is installed directly over DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs. Vinyl siding shall be Temporary fastening methods:
installed in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, industry standards and
applicable codes, including ASTM D4756-15 Standard Practice for Installation of Rigid • DuPont fasteners or equivalent alternate fasteners at a reduced schedule of 24” to
Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Siding and Soffit. In high wind areas at gable end walls, FEMA 48”.
recommends vinyl siding be installed over wood sheathing rather than over plastic foam • DuPont™ Adhesive/Primer or other recommended adhesive applied in vertical strips
sheathing. at 24” to 36” spacing or along every other stud line. Vertical strips may be applied to
the outer face of the sheathing or directly to the studs for open stud construction.
EIFS When using adhesives, care must be taken to avoid excessive surface coverage as
DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs and EIFS cladding shall be installed according to manufacturer’s this may impact the vapor permeability of the DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB in that area.
instructions and industry standards. In order to promote drainage, it is recommended
• If staples without caps are used to temporarily fasten DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs to
that DuPont™ StuccoWrap®, DrainWrap® or CommercialWrap® D be installed behind the
OSB, plywood, or exterior gypsum sheathing, the fastening schedule must not
exterior insulation. Window and door flashing, and through wall flashing shall be
exceed 4 per square yard. If installing as an air barrier, each staple must be covered
integrated with the DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB layer ensuring proper shingling. The
with DuPont™ Tyvek® Tape. Covering the staples underneath a taped air and water
successful installation and performance of EIFS cladding is dependent upon the proper
barrier seam is also acceptable if installing DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB as an air barrier.
design and construction of the adjacent materials and systems of the structure.
Staples should not be used with fiberboard or foam sheathing.
Exterior Insulation
NOTE: These Temporary Fastening Guidelines are subject to change based on new
DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs and exterior insulation shall be installed according to the
technology or testing information and may be superseded at any time. It is always
manufacturer’s instructions and industry standards. DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs can be
important to follow the latest guidelines which may be found on www.Weatherization.
installed either over the rigid exterior insulation or underneath between the sheathing
Tyvek.com. For additional guidance, please consult your local DuPont™ Tyvek®
and the exterior insulation. In order to promote drainage, it is recommended that
Specialist.
DuPont™ StuccoWrap®, DrainWrap® or CommercialWrap® D be used when installing

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Key Installation Requirements for DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs Fasteners

Use DuPont or equivalent fasteners per the fastening schedule included in this
Continuity installation guideline. Examples of recommended fasteners include:
It is important to maintain the continuity of the WRB throughout the building envelope.
• DuPont™ Tyvek® Wrap Cap nails (for wood frame construction)
The entire wall surface shall be wrapped, including unconditioned spaces. Special
attention should be given to ensure a proper 6’’ overlap at all terminations, seams, • DuPont™ Tyvek® Wrap Cap Staples or other cap staples for Stinger™ Cap Stapler (for
penetrations, and transitions to maintain a continuous downward drainage plane and wood frame construction)
WRB. Installing the DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB as an air barrier is the preferred installation • Other manufacturers’ equivalent 1” plastic cap screws, nails, and staples (for wood
method. However, skip-taping terminations and untaped horizontal seams is allowed frame construction). Note: Staples must have leg length sufficient to achieve
when the DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB is being installed as a water-resistive barrier only for 5/8”penetration into wood stud
buildings less than 5 Stories and low-rise multi-family buildings less than 6 Stories with • DuPont™ Tyvek® Wrap Cap or other manufacturers’ equivalent 2” plastic cap screws
design requirements that don’t exceed ASTM E1677, 65 mph equivalent structural load (for steel or wood frame construction)
and 15 mph equivalent wind-driven rain water infiltration. All vertical seams must be
taped for both air barrier and water-resistive barrier installations. • 1-1/4” metal gasketed washers with screws (for steel frame construction)
• 2” metal gasketed washers with screws (for steel frame construction)
Penetrations
• Tapcon® fasteners with 2’’ plastic caps (for masonry construction)
Seal DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs around all penetrations (electrical, HVAC and plumbing,
etc.) with the appropriate DuPont™ Flashing Systems product, DuPont™ Tyvek® Tape, If temporary fasteners are used, permanent fastening must be installed as soon as
DuPont™ Residential Sealant or recommended sealant. Products that have flanges practically possible. In this case, permanent fasteners include cladding fasteners such
should be integrated into the DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB. DuPont™ StraightFlash™, DuPont™ as brick ties, lath fasteners for traditional stucco, exterior foam board fasteners, or
Flashing Tape or DuPont recommended alternate patches should be applied behind siding installed with nails. Cladding shall be installed according to applicable building
fastening plates (brick tie base plates, metal fastening clips, metal channels, etc.) when codes and industry standards.
building envelope design requirements exceed ASTM E1677, 65 mph equivalent
structural load and 15 mph equivalent wind-driven rain water infiltration resistance.
Please contact 1-800-44-Tyvek for recommended sealants and recommended alternate
patches behind fastening plates.

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Proper Overlap for Water Management NOTE: In order to make a claim under the DuPont 10-Year Limited Product and Labor
A. Lap all components from bottom of the wall to the top of the wall. Warranty on DuPont Weatherization Products, you must have met all of the terms
and conditions of the warranty, including use of the applicable DuPont Installation
B. Treat the walls of the building just like a roof.
Guidelines. In the event that a specific detail or installation technique is not covered
in the DuPont Installation Guidelines at the time you are building, then the Key
Installation Requirements outlined in this document must have been followed in
order to make a claim under the warranty. Compliance prior, during and post
construction with the Key Installation Requirements are at the sole discretion of
DuPont. Please contact DuPont or a DuPont™ Tyvek® Specialist if you have any
questions in connection with any DuPont Installation Guideline.

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Technical Specifications Note
DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs used in construction products are made from 100% flash spunbonded high When installed in conjunction with other building materials, DuPont™ self-adhered flashing
density polyethylene fibers which have been bonded together by heat and pressure, without products must be properly shingled with these materials such that water is diverted to the exterior
binders or fillers, into a tough, durable sheet structure. Additives have been incorporated into the of the wall system. DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs are air and water barriers and not the primary water
polyethylene to provide ultraviolet light resistance. DuPont requires that DuPont™ Tyvek® barrier. The outer facade is the primary barrier. You must follow facade manufacturer’s installation
CommercialWrap® and CommercialWrap® D WRB’s be covered within 9 months (270 days) of and maintenance requirements for all facade systems in order to maintain water holdout properties
installation and that all other DuPont WRB’s be covered within 4 months (120 days) of installation. and ensure performance of DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs. Use of additives, coatings or cleansers on or in
the facade system may impact the performance of DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs. DuPont™ Tyvek®
DuPont™ self-adhered flashing products are made from a synthetic rubber adhesive and a laminate Weatherization Systems products are to be used as outlined in this installation guideline. DuPont™
of polyethylene film, polypropelene film, elastic fiber, synthetic rubber adhesive, polyurethane self-adhered flashing products should only be used to seal penetrations and flash openings in
adhesive, and a top sheet of flash spunbonded high density polyethylene fibers or polypropylene houses or buildings. DuPont™ self-adhered flashing products are not to be used in roofing
film. Additives have been incorporated into these materials to provide ultraviolet light resistance. applications. For superior protection against bulk water penetration, DuPont suggests a system
combining a quality exterior facade, a good secondary WRB and exterior sheathing, high quality
Warning windows and doors, and appropriate flashing materials paying attention to proper installation of
DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs are slippery and should not be used in any application where they will each component. In a system where no exterior sheathing is used and the DuPont™ Tyvek® WRB
be walked on. In addition, because they are slippery, DuPont recommends using kickjacks, is installed directly over the wall studs, exterior facade materials should be selected to ensure
scaffolding, or lifts for exterior work above the first floor. If ladders must be used, extra maximum protection against water intrusion. Careful workmanship and proper installation of each
caution must be taken to use them safely by following the requirements set forth in ANSI component is very important.
Standards 14.1, 14.2, and 14.5 for ladders made of wood, aluminum, and fiberglass,
respectively. DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs are combustible and should be protected from flames DuPont believes this information to be reliable and accurate. This information may be subject to
and other high heat sources. DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs will melt at 275°F (135°C) and if the revision as additional experience and knowledge is gained. It is the user’s responsibility to
temperature of DuPont™ Tyvek® WRBs reach 750°F (400°C), they will burn and the fire may determine the proper construction materials needed on each project.
spread and fall away from the point of ignition.
This information is not intended to be used by others for advertising, promotion or other publication
DuPont™ DuPont™ self-adhered flashing products and their release paper are slippery and for commercial purposes.
should not be walked on. Remove release paper from work area immediately. DuPont™
self-adhered flashing products will melt at temperatures greater than 250°F (121°C). DuPont™
self-adhered flashing products are combustible and should be protected from flames and
other high heat sources. DuPont™ self-adhered flashing products will not support combustion
if the heat source is removed. However, if burning occurs, ignited droplets may fall away from
the point of ignition.

DuPont™ Residential Sealant is irritating to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. For proper usage,
follow directions stated on the product label. For health information, refer to the Material
Safety Data Sheet or call Chemtrec at 1-800-424-9300.
 For more information about DuPont Weatherization
Systems, please call 1-800-44-Tyvek or visit us at
www.Weatherization.Tyvek.com

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