As Seen on THIS OLD HOUSE®
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Queen Anne Victorian Cottage
Over 5,000 square feet of VaproShield materials were installed on a modest three-bedroom, one-bath Queen Anne Victorian in the heart of the desirable Pier neighborhood, just steps from the beach in Narragansett, RI. At purchase, the 1887 home was in severely poor condition with rot, deterioration, and structural damage. The new homeowners opted to restore it and work with Sweenor Builders plus follow the Historic Commission guidelines, all while documenting the renovation as seen on THIS OLD HOUSE®.
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The roofing underlayment solution included both SlopeShield Plus SA Self-Adhered and VaproMat. Together this combination will promote air flow under the cedar shingles helping to extend the life of the roof. |
WrapShield SA Self-Adhered membrane was chosen as the wall air and water resistive barrier solution. Because WrapShield SA is both breathable and air tight it stops air leakage and provides exceptional water holdout and breathability promoting a healthy home environment. |
The Most Important Products are NOT Visible
Unparalleled Moisture Protection for Your Home
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Windows Are The Most VulnerableA new Texas home suffered extensive moisture damage - “the windows were suspected to be a contributing factor” typically due to “inadequate weather barrier and window detailing.” |
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Insufficient Drainage in the Wall CavityAn incorrectly installed stucco system caused massive deterioration and biological growth within 12 months. |
Windows Require Proper FlashingProper detailing around windows requires a shingle overlap and high performance waterproof flashing material. VaproShield offers a complete system of flashing materials. |
Rainscreen Drainage Cavity By leaving a small air flow cavity behind the cladding, created by mesh or battens, residual water can drain away from your home. This is called rain screen design, a proven method to keep the wall cavity dry. |
Home Owner Benefits
When homeowners opt for open-joint veneers, the exposure to sun and rain behind the joints is inevitable.
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Breathable and Air Tight
Similar to Gore-Tex® WrapShield SA Self-Adhered stops air leakage and provides exceptional water holdout and breathability.
Healthy Home Exterior Wall Cavity Design
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