Air Barrier System Properties

1)  Sheet and panel type materials intended to provide the principal resistance to air leakage shall have an air leakage characteristic not greater than 0.02 L/(s∙m2) measured at an air pressure differential of 75 Pa.

    (2)  Where polyethylene sheet is used to provide the air-tightness in the air barrier system, it shall conform to CAN/CGSB-51.34-M, “Vapour Barrier, Polyethylene Sheet for Use in Building Construction”.

Article 9.25.3.2 Ontario Regulation 332/12 Building Code,   Information published by oncodes.ca for educational purposes only.