What is a Vapour Permeable Wrap?
A vapour permeable wrap, often called a wall or roof wrap, is designed to protect your home or building from the elements while still letting it breathe. Unlike older sarking or foil products that can trap moisture, vapour permeable wraps allow water vapour to escape from inside the building while blocking wind-driven rain, dust, and external moisture. The result is a drier, healthier, and more energy-efficient home.
At Insulation Essentials, we supply and recommend Bradford Enviroseal Aero – a high-performance wrap that’s made for Australian conditions. It works hand-in-hand with insulation by reducing the risk of condensation and mould, protecting the structure over the long term, and improving overall comfort. Aero is lightweight, tear-resistant, and easy to install, making it a smart choice for both residential and commercial projects across Melbourne.
Whether you’re building new or upgrading an existing property, adding a vapour permeable wrap to your insulation system is one of the best ways to safeguard your building’s envelope. From our Craigieburn warehouse, we can supply Aero in bulk and provide expert advice on the right solution for your project.
Why Choose a Vapour Permeable Wrap?
The main reason builders and homeowners turn to vapour permeable wraps is protection. By letting moisture escape while stopping rain, wind, and dust from entering, products like Bradford Enviroseal Aero create a healthier and longer-lasting building. They reduce the risk of condensation inside wall and roof spaces, which in turn helps prevent mould growth and structural damage.
On top of that, these wraps improve energy efficiency by minimising air leakage and drafts. That means your insulation performs at its best and your heating and cooling systems don’t have to work as hard – a big plus for Melbourne homes where both hot summers and chilly winters put pressure on energy bills.
