Grip-Rite® House Wrap Tape improves air quality and wall performance. Experience excellent vapor barrier protection and prevent air infiltration when you apply our moisture barrier tape. We designed this system for permanent joint sealing and seaming with foam insulation or other materials. The premium adhesion affixes lap edges in house wraps and other vapor barriers.
Choose an effective house wrap seam tape solution that brings you value from the first day to project completion with unmatched efficiency. Our Grip-Rite® sheathing tape is versatile and durable.
Powerful biaxial-oriented polypropylene
Packaged in shelf-ready display cartons
Seals using acrylic adhesive for compatibility with house wrap from top manufacturers like Grip-Rite®
Efficiently fixes damage to roll and cavity insulation
Grip-Rite® House Wrap Tape supports building projects with dependable, robust solutions. Get industry-leading results with superior moisture barrier tape that increases wall performance while saving time.
SKU LISTS | DIMENSIONS | THICKNESS- MILS | MATERIAL WEIGHT GSM | PERMS | MATERIAL |
HWT178165 | 1-7/8" X 165′ | POLYPROPYLENE | ACRYLIC | 6 | 36 |
When installing house wrap, it’s important to tape certain areas such as:
1) Seams
2) Edges
3) Bottom Edge
4) Penetrations
5) Flashing Areas
Yes, flashing tape can go under house wrap. Using flashing tape under house wrap can enhance the overall effectiveness of your moisture management system.
It is highly recommended to tape house wrap in order to ensure proper sealing and effectiveness. However, it is not needed for self-adhering house wrap.
The amount of tape needed per roll of house wrap can vary based on several factors, including the size of the house, the number of seams and openings, and the specific installation practices.
Yes, house wrap tape ensures optimal performance of the house wrap system and strengthens the durability of the building envelope.