DON'T MIND THE GAP
While Huber and GP seek to eliminate
housewrap entirely, other manufacturers are
taking a better mousetrap approach to the
material. Benjamin Obdyke falls into this
category, with its HydroGap wrap designed
to aid drainage of any water that penetrates
exterior cladding. e material, comprising
three layers, features 1mm. spacers protrud-
ing from the top layer's surface that provide
just enough room for water to drain, rather
remodelers are attempting to meet ambitious
schedules with a shortage of skilled workers.
"Housewrap is still 80 percent of the mar-
ket," he says. "But people are looking at ways
to meet the code as well as looking at ways to
use the crews they have as efficiently as they
can. We developed the product to eliminate
housewrap, which can be complicated to in-
stall, especially around windows and doors.
You put these panels up, tape the seams, and
you're done."
GP laminated
housewrap directly to
OSB sheathing to create its
ForceField offering, which eliminates
the need for a separate housewrap
crew. A compatible tape for sealing panel
joints helps to create a continuous air and
moisture barrier. Circle 13 on inquiry card
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