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nicb
07-09-03, 09:56 AM
Hi,
We are having our house resided soon. I've talked to a few contractors and they mention adding a vapor barrier. Some mention tar paper while others mention tyvex (sp?). We just received a bid from the strongest canidate and it only includes tar paper. Is there a big difference? I obviously don't want to have to do this again so should I push for the tyvex? Is there a big cost difference?

Any help would be appreciated.

mikejmerritt
07-09-03, 07:29 PM
Hello nicb, I don't have any experience with Tyvek but have a couple of links that may help you decide.

http://www.tyvek.com/na/homewrap/english/

http://www.tyvek.com/na/homewrap/english/products/index.html

http://www.tyvek.com/na/homewrap/english/users/index.htmat