I never used Tyvek for my roof but had it under consideration. Upon consulting with a reputable roofer in my area we decided that it would not fit my needs and house.
I never used Tyvek for my roof but had it under consideration. Upon consulting with a reputable roofer in my area we decided that it would not fit my needs and house.
I got some Tyvek to try as an alternative to the visqeen black plastic I was using for a ground sheet. Because it was somewhat stiff, I washed it and washed it. Though I now understand I’ve removed some of it’s water repellant ability, that’s not it’s job. If I’m in a tent (with a bottom) the bottom of the tent is waterproof. The ground sheet is the first line of defense agains whatever is on the ground - and abrasion, and dirt.
Later, I learned that you can buy Tyvek already softened by sourcing it from people who sell Tyvek clothing.
With all that, it still needs to be cut to size so it lives in a “gear tub” and I still grab the visqueen - or rather it is part of the camp “package” - when I go out.
In order to see what few have seen, you must go where few have gone. And DO what few have done.
It's not that hard to soften it up. Just crunch it up into a ball and smooth out a few times.
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