sheathing paper


sheathing paper

[′shēth·iŋ ‚pā·pər] (materials) A paper that is heavier and of better quality than the usual building paper.

building paper

A heavy, relatively cheap, durable paper, such as asphalt paper, used in building construction, esp. in frame construction, to improve thermal insulation and weather protection and to act as a vapor barrier. Special types are: sheathing paper, used between sheathing and siding; floor lining paper, used between rough and finish floors.