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Masons VHP Value Roof Underlay
Description

VHP Value is a high performance, self-supporting, highly breathable, tough, synthetic roof underlay. A huge upgrade from Bituminous Paper.

Featuring three pliable layers: a very high vapour permeable water-resistant membrane and two tough layers of non-woven polyolefin fabric. These layers assist in the control of condensation and water vapour. VHP Value Roof Underlay is not fire retardant.

Key Features
  • Premium performance
  • Assists in moisture control — deflects water and air both during construction and as part of the finished roof
  • Affordable
  • Self-supporting
  • Highly breathable — transforms water vapour at higher rates than bitumen impregnated paper
  • Temporary weather protection — UV resistance for 21 days — although same-day coverage is strongly recommended
  • CodeMark certified
Scope of Use
  • Masons Roof Underlays are intended for use as a self-supporting roofing underlay
  • Assists in moisture control — deflects water and air both during construction and as part of the finished roof
  • Temporary weather protection — UV resistance for 21 days — although same-day coverage is strongly recommended
Limitations on Use

Masons Roof Underlays are certified for use as a roof underlay and air barrier:

  • a) on buildings situated in wind zones up to and including Extra High (as set out in NZS3604) with a minimum roof pitch of 3°,
  • b) under masonry or metal tile and profiled metal roof claddings,
  • c) in all locations including where it is exposed to view

2. Masons Roof Underlay shall be:

  • a) installed in accordance with the manufacturer's installation manual, and
  • b) installed run vertically or horizontally with or without support for roof pitches greater than 10°, run horizontally with or without support or run vertically with support for roof pitches less than 10°, provided that support is provided where the span is greater than 1200mm, and
  • c) protected from direct sunlight within 21 days of installation.
Statement of Building Code Compliance

Building Code Provisions

  • B2 Durability: B2.3.1(a), B2.3.2
  • C3 Fire affecting areas beyond the fire source: C3.4(c)
  • E2 External moisture: E2.3.1 (contributes to), E2.3.2 (contributes to) ; E2.3.5 (contributes to), (E2.3.6 (contributes to) E2.3.7
  • F2 Hazardous building materials: F2.3.1
CodeMark
CodeMark
Documents
BPIR
PASS Statement

V1.1

Material Safety Data Sheet
CodeMark: Masons Roof Underlays

CMNZ70098

MASONS Roof Underlay Installation Instructions Version 3.0 February 2024
MASONS Roof Underlay Installation Instructions Version 4.0 May 2025
Warranty
Brochure
Use of Masons Non-Woven Pliable Underlays in Unlined Buildings Masons - Technical note 2025.5

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