Huber ZIP System®

Huber ZIP System®

We’ve been watching the progress of a small house going up in the neighborhood. They are using the ZIP System® from Huber Engineered Woods. So we did some research on the product.

Huber’s website says; “It’s a one-of-a-kind structural roof and wall system with a built-in energy-efficient barrier that keeps moisture out and reduces air leakage, while still allowing panels to properly dry.”

Zip System is a strong, durable engineered wood product with a built-in vapor permeable water-resistive barrier with an insulated layer. So, basically, it is the OSB sheathing with the water vapor coating already on it. It sounds like it makes a cozy, less drafty house.

It looks super easy and fast to use.

1. Install the panels.
2. Tape the seams.

You choose from three panel thicknesses that can be used for walls, ceilings and roofs.

• Green panels are 7/16″
• Sienna panels are 1/2″ and 5/8″

They say it installs 40% faster than using traditional housewrap.

Faster, easier, lower labor, airtight and water proof… the advantages seem clear.

More about the New Small House they are building near us >