As of late, there has been a growing interest in using mass timber as a means to diversify the use of wood—a renewable resource—as a building material within mid-rise and high-rise structures. At the forefront of the mass timber movement is the relatively recent innovation of cross-laminated timber (CLT).
ConstructionCLT panels are constructed of wood, a moisture sensitive material, that is slow to dry if wetted due to its hygric mass. WettingWetting for prolonged periods can result in dimensional changes, moisture damage, and microbial growth |
DryingAs a result, keeping CLT products dry during construction and throughout the building’s service life is critical ExposureThe speed at which CLT panels may be erected also creates unique field challenges where CLT panels are exposed to the elements for periods of time while awaiting cover. |
VaproShield’s sheet membranes are highly vapor permeable, simultaneously managing bulk water while allowing for some drying of underlying materials.
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