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1. 3" in x 60 yd White House Wrap Tape Sheathing Building Wrapping Housewrap Sheath Tape Insulation Seaming Plastic Sheets FOR Sealing TYVEK in Construction or Moisture Dust barrier Asbestos Abatement
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Ideal for sealing cold and hot air ducts, weather barriers, and insulation seamsIndoor/outdoor use
Extreme Temperature range -65 degrees F to 300 degrees F
Resistant to moisture, weather, UV degradation and chemical wear
Effectively creates water and vapor barriers, increasing energy conservation
Description
Used for sealing / seaming a buildings insulation or "housewrap" weather barrier, effectively keeping water and air locked out. Utitlizing House Wrap Seaming Tape on the weather barrier contributes to energy efficiency by helping to seal the building envelope, which controls air flow and water intrusion in the wall assembly.
Ideal for sealing cold and hot air ducts, weather barriers, and insulation seams
Indoor/outdoor use
Extreme Temperature range -65F degrees to 300F degrees
Resistant to moisture, weather, UV degradation and chemical wear
Effectively creates water and vapor barriers
Housewrap Sheathing Tape: Most commonly used to seam weather barriers such as Prime Wrap, Tyvek HomeWrap, and all other major housewraps. Also used in HVAC sealing and repair jobs, Sheathing tape has a flexible backing consisting of white polypropolene. The pressure sensitive rubber adhesive easily forms and adheres to a variety of smooth or slightly irregular surfaces. It is incredibly durable and long lasting as it is resistant to flame, moisture, weather, UV degradation, and some chemicals. The permanent acrylic adhesive and polypropolene backing create a strong seal that forms a moisture and vapor barrier increasing energy conservation.
Please NOTE: Surfaces should be as clean, dust free, and dry as possible before application. While the surface of the tape is moisture resistant the adhesive is not. Press firmly into place.
2. Intertape Polymer Group 85561 Sheathing Tape, 1.88" x 54.6 yards, Red, Case of 24 Rolls
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Provides a permanent seal for joints in housewrap and foam insulationWeather and UV resistant design
Do NOT apply to wet surfaces (facing or wood). May be hand or machine applied
Multi-purpose construction tape to prevent air infiltration, provide vapor barrier protection, and enhance appearance. Surfaces to be clean/dry
Made in USA
Description
BOPP film tape with aggressive acrylic adhesive. Designed and engineered primarily for permanent seaming and sealing of joints in foam insulation and other sheathing materials, to secure lap edges in house wraps and other vapor barriers, repair rips and tears in roll and batt insulation, construction films and membranes. Eliminates drafts around window and door openings.3. Tyvek Sheathing Tape 1.88" x 164'
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United StatesDescription
Tyvek Sheathing Tape - DuPont Tyvek tape is recommended as a best installation practice for sealing seams of DuPont Tyvek Weatherization System to help provide a continuous barrier against air infiltration. DuPont Tyvek tape is constructed of an oriented polypropylene film coated with a specially formulated permanent acrylic adhesive. 2" x 55 yards. - Size: 2" x 55 yards, Color: White, Pkg Qty: 14. Intertape Polymer Group 5560CNDR Sheathing Tape, 2.36 -Inch x 72.1-Yard, Red/Black Print
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Provides a permanent seal for joints in housewrap and foam insulationWeather and UV resistant
Adheres to poly plastic
Available in white and red, along with CCMC certified red
Made in USA
Description
Construction sheathing tape, made with an aggressive acrylic adhesive and strong polypropolene backing, is designed and engineered primarily for permanent sealing of joints in foam insulation, osb and other sheathing materials, to secure lap edges in house wraps and other vapor barriers, repair rips and tears in a roll/batt insultaion, construction films and menbranes. Prevents air infiltration, provides vapoor barrier protection, enhances the building envelope appearance and provides superior bonding at sub-zero (as low as -40c) and elevated temperatures when applied at temperatures above 40f. Designed specifically for the permanent seaming and sealing of joints in foam insulation and housewrap.5. Dow Weathermate Construction Tape 267819 1-7/8" X 55 yards
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The tape can also be used to repair damaged foam insulation or housewrap, reducing material costsColor - Clear.
Adhesive - Acrylic.
Size - 1-7/8 in. x 165 ft.
Temperature Resistance, F - -40 to 220.
Description
Weather mate Construction Tape from Dow is recommended to seal the joints and seams of Styrofoam weather mate housewraps and Styrofoam insulated sheathings. In these applications Weather mate Construction Tape enhances resistance to moisture and air infiltration.Features. The tape can also be used to repair damaged foam insulation or housewrap reducing material costs and job-site waste.. Color - Clear.. Adhesive - Acrylic.. Size - 1-78 in. x 165 ft.. Temperature Resistance F - -40 to 220.6. 3M Construction Seaming Tape 8087 Red, 72 mm x 50M, 2 13/16 in x 55 yd (Pack of 1)
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Sale Unit: ROLLBrand: 3M
3M Number: 8087
Thickness: 3 mil
Adhesive Material: Acrylic
Description
3M Construction Seaming Tape 8087 is designed to seal seams on housewrap and insulated sheathing products. It can also be used to seam polyethylene vapor barrier products as well as to repair holes and tears in these building materials. Taping seams aids in reducing air infiltration, improving the effectiveness of insulation and reducing heating and cooling costs. It is simply applied by hand or with a dispenser. Provides good instant adhesion to a wide variety of materials.
3M Construction Seaming Tape 8087 features biaxially oriented polypropylene film backing with pressure-sensitive acrylic adhesive. It is 3 mils thick with adhesion of 45 oz/in width, tensile strength of 20 lbs/in and elongation at break of 130%. It meets the criteria to contribute to the Environmental Quality (EQ) Credit 4.1: Low-Emitting Materials: Adhesives & Sealants under the United States Green Building Councils Rating System for New Construction & Major Renovations (LEED-NC), Version 2.2, Core and Shell (LEED_CS), Version 2.0, and Commercial Interiors (LEED_CI), Version 2.0.
For more than a century, 3M has applied innovation and technology to improving our customers lives and supporting their business goals. Today the company, from its headquarters in St. Paul, Minnesota, serves industrial and commercial customers and consumers in nearly 200 countries. 3M Industrial Adhesives and Tapes include application-specific products that provide durability, strength, and special characteristics such as temperature resistance and short- and long-term protection. The 3M brand, across thousands of products, represents consistency, superior quality, and value.
7. Intertape Polymer Group 5937USR Sheathing Tape 2.36" x 54.6 yd., red
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Provides a permanent seal for joints in housewrap and foam insulationWeather and UV resistant
Adheres to poly plastic
Available in white and red, along with CCMC certified red
Made in USA
Description
Construction sheathing tape, made with an aggressive acrylic adhesive and strong polypropolene backing, is designed and engineered primarily for permanent sealing of joints in foam insulation, osb and other sheathing materials, to secure lap edges in house wraps and other vapor barriers, repair rips and tears in a roll/batt insultaion, construction films and menbranes. Prevents air infiltration, provides vapoor barrier protection, enhances the building envelope appearance and provides superior bonding at sub-zero (as low as -40c) and elevated temperatures when applied at temperatures above 40f. Designed specifically for the permanent seaming and sealing of joints in foam insulation and housewrap.8. Prime Wrap 1 7/8-Inch x 55-Yard White Sheathing Tape, Item: PRTAPE 17855
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Roll Size: 1 7/8-Inch X 165-FeetHigh performance sheathing tape installs and performs well over a wide temperature range.
Excellent vapor barrier tape on polyethylene film.
Applies to Prime Wrap and all other major housewraps.
Performs well as a seam tape on extruded foam products such as styrofoam.
Description
A thin, strong, durable white polypropylene film coated with an aggressive acrylic pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) designed for use as a closure system and vapor seal on all interior and exterior sheathing materials. Prime Wrap Tape exceeds most building code requirements and can be used for new construction as well as repair on all vapor barrier materials.9. Intertape 85518 3 Pack 1.88in x 54.6yds Sheathing Tape, White
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Aggressive solvent based acrylic on polypropylene film provide superior sealing, protective benefitsDesigned for permanent seaming and sealing of joints in foam insulation, housewrap
It secures lap edges on house wraps and other vapor barriers, repairs rips and tears in roll
Eliminates drafts around window and door openings
Superior bonding at sub-zero (as low as -40C/F) or at elevated temperatures
Description
Intertape 1.88in x 54.6yds Sheathing Tape. Construction sheathing tape, made with an aggressive acrylic adhesive and strong polypropolene backing, is designed and engineered primarily for permanent sealing of joints in foam insulation, osb and other sheathing materials, to secure lap edges in house wraps and other vapor barriers, repair rips and tears in a roll/batt insultaion, construction films and menbranes. Prevents air infiltration, provides vapoor barrier protection, enhances the building envelope appearance and provides superior bonding at sub-zero (as low as -40c) and elevated temperatures when applied at temperatures above 40f. Designed specifically for the permanent seaming and sealing of joints in foam insulation and housewrap.10. Shurtape HW-300 Housewrap Sheathing Tape: 2-1/2 in. x 60 yds. (Red with Black Printing)
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Please read description before ordering. Please contact the seller if you have any questions.Description
Shurtape HW-300 Housewrap Sheathing Tape is a water-based acrylic housewrap tape designed as a closure system and/or operates as a vapor seal on interior and exterior vapor barrier materials. The tape can be used for repair of any housewrap materials in addition to its usefulness for new construction. Shurtape HW 300 may be applied in vast temperature ranges and humid conditions. It seals seams and joints on all types of housewrap, sheathing, insulation or vapor barrier materials. It is UV resistant and is coated with an aggressive permanent adhesive with high shear and holding power capabilities.
House wrap tape is applied over the seams of installed housewrap to contribute towards a secondary line of defense against exterior moisture infiltration of the wall envelope. It helps to maximize energy efficiency by sealing the gaps, cracks and crevices where air can easily enter the home and ultimately affect your heating and cooling costs. Made in the U.S.
Technical Information
Core: 3 inch diameter
Backing/Carrier: film
Adhesive: water-based (emulsion) acrylic
Thickness: 3 mils (carrier, adhesive)
Adhesion: 51 ounces per inch (to stainless steel test panel)
Tensile Strength: 34 pounds per inch (longitudinal)
Application Temperature: 14F to 176F
Elongation: 162 %
Adhesion to Housewrap: 26 ounces per inch
Flame Spread Index: 0
Smoke Development Index: 0
11. Intertape Polymer Group 85561 Sheathing Tape, 1.88-Inch x 54.6-Yard, Red
Feature
Provides a permanent seal for joints in housewrap and foam insulationWeather and UV resistant
Adheres to poly plastic
Available in white and red, along with CCMC certified red
Made in USA
Description
Construction sheathing tape, made with an aggressive acrylic adhesive and strong polypropolene backing, is designed and engineered primarily for permanent sealing of joints in foam insulation, osb and other sheathing materials, to secure lap edges in house wraps and other vapor barriers, repair rips and tears in a roll/batt insultaion, construction films and menbranes. Prevents air infiltration, provides vapoor barrier protection, enhances the building envelope appearance and provides superior bonding at sub-zero (as low as -40c) and elevated temperatures when applied at temperatures above 40f. Designed specifically for the permanent seaming and sealing of joints in foam insulation and housewrap.12. Tyvek Sheathing Tape
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Used for taping seams on Tyvek Home Wrap, Commercial Wrap, StuccoWrap or Drain Wrap#1 builder brand in the industry
Made in the USA
Size: 1.88" X 164'
Color: White
Description
Highlights: Used for taping seams on Tyvek Home Wrap, Commercial Wrap, StuccoWrap or Drain Wrap #1 builder brand in the industry Made in the USA Size: 1.88" X 164' Color: White13. Tyvek Sheathing Tape 1.88 x 1.64 (6 pack) by DuPont
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Tyvek Sheathing Tape 1.88 x 1.64 (6 pack)Description
Used for taping seams on Tyvek Home Wrap, Commercial Wrap, StuccoWrap or Drain Wrap;#1 builder brand in the industry;Made in the USA;Size: 1.88 X 164';Color: White14. 2" in x 60 yd White House Wrap Tape Sheathing Building Wrapping Housewrap Sheath Tape Insulation Seaming Plastic Sheets FOR Sealing TYVEK in Construction or Moisture Dust barrier Asbestos Abatement
Feature
Ideal for sealing cold and hot air ducts, weather barriers, and insulation seamsIndoor/outdoor use
Extreme Temperature range -65 degrees F to 300 degrees F
Resistant to moisture, weather, UV degradation and chemical wear
Effectively creates water and vapor barriers, increasing energy conservation
Description
Used for sealing / seaming a buildings insulation or "housewrap" weather barrier, effectively keeping water and air locked out. Utitlizing House Wrap Seaming Tape on the weather barrier contributes to energy efficiency by helping to seal the building envelope, which controls air flow and water intrusion in the wall assembly.
Ideal for sealing cold and hot air ducts, weather barriers, and insulation seams
Indoor/outdoor use
Extreme Temperature range -65F degrees to 300F degrees
Resistant to moisture, weather, UV degradation and chemical wear
Effectively creates water and vapor barriers
Housewrap Sheathing Tape: Most commonly used to seam weather barriers such as Prime Wrap, Tyvek HomeWrap, and all other major housewraps. Also used in HVAC sealing and repair jobs, Sheathing tape has a flexible backing consisting of white polypropolene. The pressure sensitive rubber adhesive easily forms and adheres to a variety of smooth or slightly irregular surfaces. It is incredibly durable and long lasting as it is resistant to flame, moisture, weather, UV degradation, and some chemicals. The permanent acrylic adhesive and polypropolene backing create a strong seal that forms a moisture and vapor barrier increasing energy conservation.
Please NOTE: Surfaces should be as clean, dust free, and dry as possible before application. While the surface of the tape is moisture resistant the adhesive is not. Press firmly into place.
15. 2x 3" in x 60 yd White House Wrap Tape Sheathing Building Wrapping Housewrap Sheath Tape Insulation Seaming Plastic Sheets FOR Sealing TYVEK in Construction or Moisture Dust barrier Asbestos Abatement
Feature
Ideal for sealing cold and hot air ducts, weather barriers, and insulation seamsIndoor/outdoor use
Extreme Temperature range -65 degrees F to 300 degrees F
Resistant to moisture, weather, UV degradation and chemical wear
Effectively creates water and vapor barriers, increasing energy conservation
Description
Used for sealing / seaming a buildings insulation or "housewrap" weather barrier, effectively keeping water and air locked out. Utitlizing House Wrap Seaming Tape on the weather barrier contributes to energy efficiency by helping to seal the building envelope, which controls air flow and water intrusion in the wall assembly.
Ideal for sealing cold and hot air ducts, weather barriers, and insulation seams
Indoor/outdoor use
Extreme Temperature range -65F degrees to 300F degrees
Resistant to moisture, weather, UV degradation and chemical wear
Effectively creates water and vapor barriers
Housewrap Sheathing Tape: Most commonly used to seam weather barriers such as Prime Wrap, Tyvek HomeWrap, and all other major housewraps. Also used in HVAC sealing and repair jobs, Sheathing tape has a flexible backing consisting of white polypropolene. The pressure sensitive rubber adhesive easily forms and adheres to a variety of smooth or slightly irregular surfaces. It is incredibly durable and long lasting as it is resistant to flame, moisture, weather, UV degradation, and some chemicals. The permanent acrylic adhesive and polypropolene backing create a strong seal that forms a moisture and vapor barrier increasing energy conservation.
Please NOTE: Surfaces should be as clean, dust free, and dry as possible before application. While the surface of the tape is moisture resistant the adhesive is not. Press firmly into place.
16. 4" in x 60 yd White House Wrap Tape Sheathing Building Wrapping Housewrap Sheath Tape Insulation Seaming Plastic Sheets FOR Sealing TYVEK in Construction or Moisture Dust barrier Asbestos Abatement
Feature
Ideal for sealing cold and hot air ducts, weather barriers, and insulation seamsIndoor/outdoor use
Extreme Temperature range -65 degrees F to 300 degrees F
Resistant to moisture, weather, UV degradation and chemical wear
Effectively creates water and vapor barriers, increasing energy conservation
Description
Used for sealing / seaming a buildings insulation or "housewrap" weather barrier, effectively keeping water and air locked out. Utitlizing House Wrap Seaming Tape on the weather barrier contributes to energy efficiency by helping to seal the building envelope, which controls air flow and water intrusion in the wall assembly.
Ideal for sealing cold and hot air ducts, weather barriers, and insulation seams
Indoor/outdoor use
Extreme Temperature range -65F degrees to 300F degrees
Resistant to moisture, weather, UV degradation and chemical wear
Effectively creates water and vapor barriers
Housewrap Sheathing Tape: Most commonly used to seam weather barriers such as Prime Wrap, Tyvek HomeWrap, and all other major housewraps. Also used in HVAC sealing and repair jobs, Sheathing tape has a flexible backing consisting of white polypropolene. The pressure sensitive rubber adhesive easily forms and adheres to a variety of smooth or slightly irregular surfaces. It is incredibly durable and long lasting as it is resistant to flame, moisture, weather, UV degradation, and some chemicals. The permanent acrylic adhesive and polypropolene backing create a strong seal that forms a moisture and vapor barrier increasing energy conservation.
Please NOTE: Surfaces should be as clean, dust free, and dry as possible before application. While the surface of the tape is moisture resistant the adhesive is not. Press firmly into place.
17. 2x 2" in x 60 yd Red House Wrap Tape Sheathing Building Wrapping Housewrap Sheath Tape Insulation Seaming Plastic Sheets FOR Sealing TYVEK in Construction or Moisture Dust barrier Asbestos Abatement
Feature
Ideal for sealing cold and hot air ducts, weather barriers, and insulation seamsIndoor/outdoor use
Extreme Temperature range -65 degrees F to 300 degrees F
Resistant to moisture, weather, UV degradation and chemical wear
Effectively creates water and vapor barriers, increasing energy conservation
Description
Used for sealing / seaming a buildings insulation or "housewrap" weather barrier, effectively keeping water and air locked out. Utitlizing House Wrap Seaming Tape on the weather barrier contributes to energy efficiency by helping to seal the building envelope, which controls air flow and water intrusion in the wall assembly.
Ideal for sealing cold and hot air ducts, weather barriers, and insulation seams
Indoor/outdoor use
Extreme Temperature range -65F degrees to 300F degrees
Resistant to moisture, weather, UV degradation and chemical wear
Effectively creates water and vapor barriers
Housewrap Sheathing Tape: Most commonly used to seam weather barriers such as Prime Wrap, Tyvek HomeWrap, and all other major housewraps. Also used in HVAC sealing and repair jobs, Sheathing tape has a flexible backing consisting of white polypropolene. The pressure sensitive rubber adhesive easily forms and adheres to a variety of smooth or slightly irregular surfaces. It is incredibly durable and long lasting as it is resistant to flame, moisture, weather, UV degradation, and some chemicals. The permanent acrylic adhesive and polypropolene backing create a strong seal that forms a moisture and vapor barrier increasing energy conservation.
Please NOTE: Surfaces should be as clean, dust free, and dry as possible before application. While the surface of the tape is moisture resistant the adhesive is not. Press firmly into place.
18. 4x 2" in x 60 yd White House Wrap Tape Sheathing Building Wrapping Housewrap Sheath Tape Insulation Seaming Plastic Sheets FOR Sealing TYVEK in Construction or Moisture Dust barrier Asbestos Abatement
Feature
Ideal for sealing cold and hot air ducts, weather barriers, and insulation seamsIndoor/outdoor use
Extreme Temperature range -65 degrees F to 300 degrees F
Resistant to moisture, weather, UV degradation and chemical wear
Effectively creates water and vapor barriers, increasing energy conservation
Description
Used for sealing / seaming a buildings insulation or "housewrap" weather barrier, effectively keeping water and air locked out. Utitlizing House Wrap Seaming Tape on the weather barrier contributes to energy efficiency by helping to seal the building envelope, which controls air flow and water intrusion in the wall assembly.
Ideal for sealing cold and hot air ducts, weather barriers, and insulation seams
Indoor/outdoor use
Extreme Temperature range -65F degrees to 300F degrees
Resistant to moisture, weather, UV degradation and chemical wear
Effectively creates water and vapor barriers
Housewrap Sheathing Tape: Most commonly used to seam weather barriers such as Prime Wrap, Tyvek HomeWrap, and all other major housewraps. Also used in HVAC sealing and repair jobs, Sheathing tape has a flexible backing consisting of white polypropolene. The pressure sensitive rubber adhesive easily forms and adheres to a variety of smooth or slightly irregular surfaces. It is incredibly durable and long lasting as it is resistant to flame, moisture, weather, UV degradation, and some chemicals. The permanent acrylic adhesive and polypropolene backing create a strong seal that forms a moisture and vapor barrier increasing energy conservation.
Please NOTE: Surfaces should be as clean, dust free, and dry as possible before application. While the surface of the tape is moisture resistant the adhesive is not. Press firmly into place.