Enhance building envelope resistance to moisture and air intrusion with WEATHERMATEâ„¢ Construction Tape over joints and seams of housewraps and insulated sheathing, as well as other penetrations. The tape can also be used to repair damaged foam or housewrap, reducing material costs and job-site waste.
WEATHERMATEâ„¢ Construction Tape offers:
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Strength, durability and impact resistance
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Excellent tack
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Application ease
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Pliability to ensure a tight seal, even at extremely low temperatures
UV resistance – the oriented polypropylene backing is formulated with a UV-treated film to help resist degradation from exposure to sunlight (WEATHERMATE™ Construction Tape should not be left exposed to sunlight for more than 120 days. Consult your Dow representative for recommendations on protecting other building materials from extended exposure to weather.) -
Water-resistive barrier – if installing foam as a water-resistive barrier, 2-7/8" tape must be used.
Building Code Compliance
Complies with ASTM D3330 and ASTM D882.
Related Information
WEATHERMATEâ„¢ Construction Tape Product/Installation Information (351KB PDF)
| Physical Properties and Test Results | |
| Width, in | 1-7/8 and 2-7/8Â |
| Length, ft | 165 |
| Color | Clear |
| Backing | Oriented Polypropylene UV-treated Film |
| Adhesive | Acrylic |
| Shelf Life After Purchase, months | 12 |
| Typical Adhesion, ASTM D3330, oz per inch, min. Stainless Steel WEATHERMATEâ„¢ Housewrap |
75 15 |
| Tensile Strength, ASTM D882, lb/in, min. | 20 |
| Elongation, % | 125 |
| Installation Temperature, °F | 15 to 120 |
| Temperature Resistance, °F | -40 to 220 |
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| Packaging Specifications    | ||||
| Roll Size | Box | Roll Weight, oz | Outside Box Dimensions, in  | Box Weight, lb |
| 1-7/8" x 165' | 16 Rolls | 9.6 | 9.5 x 9.5 x 7.9 | 9.6 |
| 2-7/8" x 165' | 16 Rolls | 12.0 | 9.5 x 9.5 x 11.3 | 12.0 |
Packaging: Rolls are individually shrink-wrapped with a label on film and tape core.
In residential applications, WEATHERMATE™ Construction Tape is part of the complete WEATHERMATE™ Weather Barrier Solutions lineup from Dow – products designed to enhance the performance of the building envelope.
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