Many suspended timber floor constructions have discontinuous insulation between the joists. That leaves an opening to improve moisture management and airtightness – by fitting a Tyvek® membrane and carefully sealing the gaps and joints.
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Tyvek® Supro at the Jamaica Inn: Reliable resistance for a windswept cultural icon
The famous Jamaica Inn is situated 280metres above sea level on Bodmin moor. The roof of its new accommodation extension benefits from advanced breather membrane Tyvek® Supro, which is fully compliant with BS5534:2014