How To Install Breathable Roof Membrane

Breather membranes or breathable membranes can be used to keep the internal components of wall and roof structures dry.

How to install breathable roof membrane.

Timber frame breather membranes have been manufactured specifically for application onto timber frame buildings they are lighter and thinner than a normal breather membrane allowing for easy installation vertically as well as horizontally meaning that they are suitable for both walls and roofs. Bs5250 clause 8 4 1 1 3 recognises two types of underlay with breather membranes being defined as type lr breathable underlay has a water vapour resistance of less than or equal to 0. They work by allowing insulated structures to easily release excess moisture vapour into the atmosphere. When installing clay or other tiles vertically on a timber frame a breathable or vapour permeable membrane is used to prevent moisture snow and wind from penetrating into the frame.

For any questions regarding the most suitable breather membrane for your project or queries on how to install it feel free to contact the team on 0800 124 4431 or use the live chat. If you have any queries or project specific questions feel free to call our team on 01752 692760 or use the live chat in the bottom right hand. Breather membranes otherwise known as breathable membranes are used within external wall and roof constructions in order to prevent damp in buildings. Breathable membranes are water resistant as well as resistant to snow and dust but air permeable.

They will be able to offer help and advice. This permeable layer also assists in ventilating the structure avoiding the build up of condensation.