Tyvek question

[BrushyHillGuide]

I asked a couple contractor buddies for some Tyvek and they both brought me some. Except, it’s not Tyvek brand. One is “Permapro” and the other is “Homeguard.” Both are breathable water barrier material for wrapping homes. I’m guessing it’s the same as Tyvek and just as good for use backpacking?


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[huntsman22]

are they spun-bonded olefin?

 

[BrushyHillGuide]

Non-woven their website says:

http://www.hgpbp.com/downloads/HomeGuard HP Plus Fact Sheet.pdf

The comparison sheet makes it look like Homeguard beats out Tyvek in just about every category including weight.

 

[BrushyHillGuide]

Double post.

 

[HeadnWest]

Where do you see the weight listed?

 

[BrushyHillGuide]

Basis Weight - it’s on the left of the stats, about 3/4 of the way down. Here’s a screen shot:

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[Kevin Dill]

Just a little tip: When I started with Tyvek (12 years ago) I decided to test it for waterproofness. I took a somewhat oversized square of Tyvek and crudely lined the inside of a 2-1/2 gallon bucket with it. Then I added a gallon of water, making sure the Tyvek captured all of it. I gathered the top of the Tyvek together and tied it with good cord and then hung it outside. Basically I had a 1 gallon Tyvek water balloon. In 24 hours it didn't leak a drop of water. I'd been hearing that Tyvek wasn't waterproof and maybe it's true in the strictest definition, but it was WP enough for me.

 

[Beendare]

I made a Tyvek ground cloth for my tent many years ago [so maybe the stuff is different now] and when kneeling on it over muddy ground moisture seeps through...just a bit

 

[realunlucky]

I made a Tyvek ground cloth for my tent many years ago [so maybe the stuff is different now] and when kneeling on it over muddy ground moisture seeps through...just a bit

They say the lettering should face the weather side maybe you had it flipped

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[BrushyHillGuide]

I wasn’t downing Tyvek, just in case I sounded that way. Just can get my hands on the real stuff (for free) right now; and wanted to see if this stuff would work. Like, if anyone had any experience with either of these 2 similar products. Sure hope nobody took it as I was bashing. When I have time to test it out, I’ll report back.


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[huntcoop]

Why wouldn't a guy just get a tent footprint? What am I missing......weight and the fact that it might be free? or is this for a floorless shelter...?

 

[BrushyHillGuide]

Why wouldn't a guy just get a tent footprint? What am I missing......weight and the fact that it might be free? or is this for a floorless shelter...?

Yessir, it’s for a SO Redcliff - floorless. It’s a cheap and light way to add a little bit of flooring that’s disposable, light and can be used for all sorts of stuff; including something to lay out meat on for deboning, packing, etc. I have a couple 8’ or 9’ rolls with probably 20’-30’ left on them. Cost me $0 and will make a lot of flooring.


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