With a specially engineered surface texture designed for traditional and synthetic stucco systems in both commercial and residential construction, DuPont™ Tyvek® StuccoWrap® helps reduce susceptibility to cracking, improves stucco curing and channels moisture out of the wall.
DuPont™ Tyvek® StuccoWrap® is a weather-resistant barrier with a specially engineered surface texture designed to meet the critical demands of both traditional and synthetic stucco applications. Tests show DuPont™ Tyvek® StuccoWrap® helps reduce susceptibility to cracking, improves curing of stucco, and better manages water and moisture that gets behind stucco facades. For more details, check the DuPont™ Tyvek® StuccoWrap® product specifications .
DuPont™ Tyvek® StuccoWrap® vs. Grade D Paper
DuPont™ Tyvek® StuccoWrap® is better than Grade D paper at managing hydration and remaining stable during curing. These two features result in a dramatic reduction of cracking in the scratch coat. Building paper can absorb water out of the stucco mix during curing. As the moisture content of the building paper changes, it expands and contracts. The movement can cause fractures in the scratch coat; shrinkage around the lath wire creates a void or gap. DuPont™ Tyvek® StuccoWrap® does not absorb water, helps maintain the moisture level needed for better curing, and doesn't expand and contract. It helps create a stronger stucco.
In flexural strength tests on traditional 3-coat systems, stucco cured on DuPont™ Tyvek® StuccoWrap® had up to 30% more flexural strength than stucco cured on 60-minute building paper. Less cracking means better stucco integrity and less chance that water will penetrate the facade. Ideally, each stucco layer should dry at a similar rate front to back. DuPont™ Tyvek® StuccoWrap® is better than Grade D paper at helping control moisture distribution in the mix during the critical early hardening. Improving the curing process results in stronger stucco.
DuPont™ Tyvek® Weatherization Systems offers a 10-Year Limited Warranty, giving you the assurance that DuPont will stand behind its products. For Consumer limited warranty click here.
For Builders, General Contractors, or Professional Installers limited warranty contact your local DuPont™ Tyvek® Specialist or call 1-800-44-TYVEK.
See related documents, such as FAQs, installation guides and physical property data sheets, in the Technical Information section of this web site.
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