A guide to advantages and differences between Pro Clima exterior membranes
If you’ve spent your days thinking WRBs are just a required, code-minimum, flimsy sheets of No.15 Felt (per IBC 1404 or IRC 703.2), Grade D building paper (per ASTM D226), or spunbonded olefin housewrap; all with little difference between them, you may be shocked when you first approach the new generation of 3-layer, super-waterproof exterior membranes offered by Pro Clima. First, you should know what all of the WRBs you find on this site have to offer above the rest, then we’ll split hairs of the applications and specialties for each.
What they have in common
Pro Clima, the manufacturer of each of these WRBs, is a world leader in creating materials that are supremely airtight while simultaneously managing moisture. These membranes are in the highest class of material when it comes to strength, durability, longevity, and ease of installation. When used with Pro Clima tapes, gaskets, and caulk adhesives, they form a complete system which is guarded by a 10-year manufacturer warranty.
SOLITEX is a family of next-generation, multi-layer building wraps by Pro Clima built with a monolithic TEEE film, protective cover, and fleece backing. SOLITEX membranes are actively vapor open yet extremely water- and air-tight. For the science behind this advanced product, read The Pro Clima SOLITEX MENTO Difference blog post.
Find the exterior membrane for your next project
This chart is your cheat sheet to each membrane and its use. Click names to navigate to each page where you will find details, pricing, installation guides, spec sheets, and more. All of these materials are stocked in the US and ship in 1-3 business days. Note that “Roof” refers to pitched roof applications. We do not carry any exterior membranes for flat roof applications at this time. Read more about our advice for flat roofs here. Please consult a 475 team member if you have any questions. We’re here to help!
| Product | Fastening | Permeability | UV exposure rating |
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| Stapled, taped with TESCON VANA | 38 perms | 3 months | |
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Application: Wall Airtight, vapor open WRB |
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| Product | Fastening | Permeability | UV exposure rating |
| Spray, roll, brush-on, or use AEROFIXX tool | Variable: 0.33 to 25 perms | 3 months | |
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Application: Wall. Air barrier and WRB for both interior exterior airbarriers on cmu masonry difficult to seal junctions in any project. |
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| Product | Fastening | Permeability | UV exposure rating |
| Stapled, taped with TESCON INVIS | 38 perms | 6 months | |
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Application: Wall This 3-layer dark black WRB is meant for open joint siding, and is long-term UV stable. |
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| Product | Fastening | Permeability | UV exposure rating |
| Stapled, taped with TESCON INVIS | 17 perms | 6 months | |
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Application: Wall A step up from the already durable QUATTRO, this 5-layer, dark black WRB is an even more rugged membrane for open-joint, long-term UV stability. |
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| Product | Fastening | Permeability | UV exposure rating |
| Stapled, taped with TESCON VANA | 38 perms | 4 months | |
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Application: Wall + Roof Reinforced membrane for dense packing insulation without the need for exterior sheathing. |
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| Product | Fastening | Permeability | UV exposure rating |
| Stapled, taped with integrated adhesive strip | 38 perms | 3 months | |
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Application: Roof Standing seam metal roofing underlayment with integrated 3-D mesh to provide drainage. |
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| Product | Fastening | Permeability | UV exposure rating |
| self-adhered - use PRESSFIX XL tool | 8 perms | <3-6 months (see product details) | |
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Application: Wall + Roof Commercial grade self-adhered airbarrier / WRB for gypsum boards, or plywood. |
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| Product | Fastening | Permeability | UV exposure rating |
| Stapled, taped with TESCON VANA | Variable: 0.13 to 13 perms | 2 months | |
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Application: Wall + Roof Airtight commercial grade, heavy-duty, smart vapor retarder that doubles as temporary WRB - use inboard of primary insulation layer. |
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| Product | Fastening | Permeability | UV exposure rating |
| Stapled, taped with integrated adhesive strip | 38 perms | 4 months | |
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Application: Roof Underlayment for pitched roofs with integrated adhesive strip. Making application easy and requires far less tape. |
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| Product | Fastening | Permeability | UV exposure rating |
| Stapled, taped with integrated adhesive strip | 38 perms | 6 months | |
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Application: Roof A 3-ply roof underlayment membranes with high resistance to wear, temperature exposure and driving rain, and 2 integrated self-adhesive strips |
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