Understand the Emerging Value of Construction Tapes

1. Understand the Emerging Value of Construction Tapes Construction tapes and flashings are typically used in conjunction with a primary water-resistive barrier (WRB) or air barrier to seal joints and gaps. Because they are hidden behind the cladding, these tapes must be long-lasting. So, will they hold up in adverse conditions? Can they accommodate movement for the duration of the building's design life? Let's explore. Over the last 40 years, there has been a growing awareness of the importance of sustainability, reducing energy use, and creating healthy indoor environments, which has resulted in many changes in the building industry. Contractors are aiming to achieve these goals by selecting methods and materials that produce tight building envelopes that prevent air and moisture infiltration. Continuous insulation across every structural element of the building is one way to achieve a neat building envelope, as is the application of an effective vapor barrier sealed with high-quality construction tape. Sealing the barrier seams with a high-performance tape ensures a continuous air barrier, reducing moisture invasion and build up into the wall system. A properly sealed vapour barrier and Continuous insulation are major elements of an energy-efficient, long-lasting, and healthy building.

2. High-performance construction tapes are designed to be temperature, vapor, and humidity-resistant in order to maintain a permanent seal in changing conditions. Furthermore, these tapes are most often resistant to water vapor and smoke transmission.