VaproShield - Mold, Mildew, Rot 1.1.4

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Mold, Mildew, Rot

Moisture in any form is the natural enemy of a building. Like a terrarium, water tight building envelopes trap internal moisture. Any water intrusion, and condensation will create a breeding ground for mold, mildew and rot. Ensure structural integrity with VaproShield breather membranes.

Complete System of Breathable Membranes

Rain Screen Design Components

3D Window Flashing Elements

VaproShield High Performance Building Envelope Solutions

Building Material	Moisture Storage Capacity lbs./cu.ft.
Concrete (B45)	4.32
Concrete Block (Pumice aggregate)	0.96
Fiberglass	0.00
Gypsum Board	0.38
Gypsum Plaster	0.09
Softwood	3.16
Solid Brick Masonry	0.61
Steel Studs	0.00

Inspired by a frog’s permeable, breathable skin, we have created the closest thing to mother nature.

Protect your building from the damaging effects of moisture intrusion and entrapment. Building envelope design has evolved from “sealing” a building to breathable buildings that let moisture escape.

Moisture can penetrate a building envelope through materials and exposure during construction. When building moisture capacities are exceeded the risk of mold, mildew, building deterioration, poor indoor air quality and health and safety risks to occupants occurs.

To learn more download our knowledge paper: A New Standard for Rain Screen Design (PDF, 2.6MB)

Chart source: Indoor Air Quality and Mold Prevention of the Building Envelope, Roger Morse, AIA , Don Acker, PE, Morse Zehnter Associates, Whole Building Design Guide