Grip-Rite

Grip-Rite weather barriers are the answer for both

residential, and multi-family/commercial

applications. Available in two styles, Grip-Rite Weather Carriers are ICC-ES evaluated and meet or exceed AC-38 Acceptance Criteria for Weather Resistive Barriers.

Grip-Rite® House Wrap
Lightweight and durable: Made of tough woven high-density polyethylene and coated both sides. A powerful layer between the weather and a home, Grip-Rite house-wrap protects against air and water infiltration while harmful vapors are allowed to escape the wall cavity. This helps prevent mold and mildew and other water related damages.

Grip-Rite® Commercial Grade Weather Barrier
Heavyweight and tough: ideal for the demands of commercial jobsites. Commercial Grader Weather Barrier is 30% heaver that House-Wrap, and has superior break strength, water and air resistance, and enhanced UV treatment.

Balanced performance

Perm rates in the :ideal range and suitable for a wide range of climates.
Minimizes air infiltration allowing the exterior wall to have higher insulation performance.
Permits moisture to escape the stud wall, preventing damage to the interior wall cavity
Prevents bulk water intrusion, protecting the sheathing and stud wall components

Easy to Install

Grip-Rite is lightweight, easy to handle, and translucent, allowing framing materials to be easily located. Grip-Rite weather barriers come in a variety of rill sizes to suit your jobsite installation needs.

Durability and job-site endurance

Durable HDPE woven substrate outperforms non-woven products
Wind-resistant: 9x5 weave resists tearing
Safe from sun: Superior UV treatment allows exposure for over 6 months without deterioration

Code compliant

ICC-ES number 2248-House-wrap and 2252 for Commercial Grade.
Tested by Trinity/ERD in accordance with AC 38. Grip-Rite weather barriers meet or exceed all criteria

Technical Support

Technical Data listed on -line; Sweets Network and Spec Data
Installation instructions included with each roll. Grip-Rite Grip-Cap® plastic cap nails are recommended for installation.
Premium private logo printing available in multi-color,three-panel layout for high visibility advertising.

Protection from the elements

Grip-Rite weather barriers put a powerful layer between exterior walls and the elements. Rain, Snow and ice will stay clear of the wall cavity thanks to Grip-Rite's water resistance. Harmful water vapors are allowed to escape, preventing mold, mildew and other water-related damage to the stud wall components.

Perfect Balance

Grip-Rite's performance results make it a clear choice for a wide range climates. Water-resistance is matched with optimal perm rates, ensuring that while bulk water is kept out, optimal levels of moisture are allowed to escape.