Blueskin® VP160 – Self-Adhered, Vapor-Permeable Water-Resistive Air-Barrier Membrane

Blueskin VP160 48 in. x 100 ft. is a self-adhesive membrane engineered to act as a vapor-permeable, water-resistive air barrier. Built around a specially developed film and a unique, breathable adhesive layer, it comes with a split-back release liner for straightforward application. When installed using a weather-board technique (no fasteners needed), it forms an uninterrupted, weather-tight membrane on exterior wall assemblies.

• Balanced moisture control: Blocks liquid water while allowing vapor to escape, enabling wall assemblies to dry properly
• Superior air tightness: Achieves near-zero air leakage when properly installed, boosting thermal efficiency.
• Self-sealing around fasteners: Its elastomeric adhesive mechanically seals around nail or screw penetrations, maintaining the integrity of the barrier.
• Meets top-tier performance standards: Includes compliance with NFPA 285 (fire-safety), ASTM E2357 (assembly air leakage), ICC-ES ESR-2975, ICC AC188, CGSB 51.32, AAMA 711-07, and ASTM E331.
• Wide temperature adaptability: Withstands service temperatures from −40 °F to +180 °F (−40 °C to +82 °C).
• Thin but durable: Nominal thickness ~23 mils (0.58 mm), yet resistant to cold, aging, and weathering.
• Simplifies installation: No mixing or specialized tools needed; factory-controlled thickness ensures consistency.

Blueskin VP160 is designed for commercial and high-performance residential construction. Typical uses:

• As a continuous air and water barrier outside sheathing and behind cladding systems.
• It’s ideal for sealing rough openings, fenestrations, transitions, and full exterior wall façades.
• Highly effective in cold climates, maintaining flexibility and adherence in low temperatures.

• Color: Blue
• Nominal thickness: 23 mils (0.58 mm)
• Minimum application temperature: +20 °F (–7 °C)
• Service temperature: –40 °F to +180 °F (–40 °C to +82 °C)
• Water vapor permeance: ~29 perms as standalone, ~18 perms when applied over primed sheathing
• Tensile strength: MD 41 lbf (182 N), CD 29 lbf (129 N); breaking force MD 127 lbf (565 N), CD 91 lbf (405 N)
• Air tightness: Air permeance of 0.003 cfm/ft² @75 Pa; passes ASTM E2357 and classifications under CAN/ULC-S742-11
• Flame & smoke rating: Flame spread index 0 (Class A); smoke developed 105 (Class A)
• Performance in accelerated aging/cycling: Passes ICC-ES AC48 tests
• Water resistance: Passes AATCC TM127