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At 9 Brothers Building Supply, we take immense pride in offering our customers in Brentwood and Riverhead, NY, access to the exceptional Stego product line. Stego is a well-regarded name in the construction industry, known for its expertise in moisture vapor barriers and radon mitigation solutions. We recognize the pivotal role of safeguarding structures from the damaging effects of moisture and the dangers associated with radon gas. Stego’s innovative and cutting-edge products are engineered to deliver precisely that – ensuring durability and safety in any construction project.

Our decision to stock the Stego product line is a testament to our unwavering commitment to providing our customers with top-quality building materials. When you opt for Stego products from 9 Brothers, you can rest assured that your construction or renovation project will benefit from the industry’s leading solutions for moisture control and radon protection.

Stego’s moisture vapor barriers are designed to create a robust defense against moisture infiltration, preventing potential issues such as mold growth, structural damage, and decreased indoor air quality. Additionally, their radon mitigation solutions provide effective protection against this hazardous gas, ensuring a safer and healthier living environment.

Whether you’re a professional contractor or a DIY enthusiast, you can rely on Stego’s products to deliver the peace of mind you need when it comes to moisture and radon control. With Stego, your construction project is equipped with the finest materials available, guaranteeing longevity, structural integrity, and the well-being of all occupants. At 9 Brothers Building Supply, we’re here to make sure your construction endeavors are safeguarded by the best in the industry.

Vapor Barriers

STEGO – TAPE

Low-Permeance, Great Long-Term Adhesion Stego Tape is a low-permeance tape designed for protective sealing, hanging, seaming, splicing, and patching applications where a highly conformable material is required. This pressure-sensitive tape is engineered to bond specifically to Stego Wrap, making it ideal for sealing Stego Wrap seams and penetrations. Stego Tape is made of a polyethylene film and an acrylic and can seal, bond, and attach to plastic, wood, steel, and other substrates. Its many features include: Dimensions: 3.75" x 180' Comprised of a polyethylene film and acrylic, pressure-sensitive adhesive Superior moisture resistance Excellent sealing properties Clean release, no residue Made in the USA with US and global materials Stego Tape has a very low permeance rating. This product is made specifically for use with Stego Wrap Vapor Barriers and Retarders, and it plays a vital role in creating a below-slab moisture protection system. APPLICABLE STANDARDS American Society for Testing & Materials (ASTM): ASTM E1643: Standard Practice for Installation of Water Vapor Retarders used in Contact with Earth or Granular Fill under Concrete Slabs PSTC 101: International Standard for Peel Adhesion of Pressure Sensitive Tape Physical Properties: Total Thickness: 6 mil Permeance: 0.03 perms Tensile Strength: >12 lbf/in Adhesion (20 min dwell, ss PSTC 101): 84 oz/in width Ultraviolet Resistance: Excellent Additional Benefits: Strong initial tack and long-term adhesion Resists both fluid and vapor ingress Use in applications where a highly conformable material is required Available nationwide

STEGO – WRAP VAPOR BARRIER (20-MIL)

Superior Protection Against Water Vapor Diffusion Stego Wrap 20-Mil Vapor Barrier is used as an under-slab vapor barrier. This Vapor Barrier is developed from the same proprietary blend of prime virgin resins and additives as the popular Stego Wrap 15-Mil barrier, and provides additional protection for crucial projects. This advanced multi-layer plastic extrusion blown film vapor barrier provides unrivaled moisture protection in even the most unforgiving conditions, such as intense fluctuating temperatures and humidity, and is frequently used on high-profile projects such as data centers and hospitals. Its many features include: Can be used in commercial, residential, and industrial applications Helps defend against soil gases, including radon and methane Shields against flooring failures Exceeds ASTM E1745 Class A, B & C Toughest barrier available for most sensitive projects Made in the USA Stego Wrap 20-Mil Vapor Barrier has an extremely low permeance, which is below current industry standards for products of its kind. With a baseline water vapor permeance rating of 0.0071 perms and puncture resistance exceeding 3,500 grams, this 20-Mil barrier is a true Class A product per ASTM E1745. Stego Wrap 20-Mil is manufactured with only the highest grade of prime, virgin, polyolefin resins which allows this product to greatly resist degradation. Engineered to provide superior strength and durability, never flaking, and resisting tears, snags, punctures, or cracks. Engineered Performance – Life of the Building Protection Stego offers the first-of-its-kind warranty for its line of vapor barriers and retarders. The Stego Life of the Building Warranty reinforces its 20+ year track record without a single claim of product failures, making Stego the construction industry leader in below-slab barriers. The warranty matches the unparalleled Stego Installation Support - a FREE SERVICE designed to help achieve an effective installation and add value for project teams. APPLICABLE STANDARDS American Society for Testing & Materials (ASTM): ASTM E1745: Standard Specification for Water Vapor Retarders Used in Contact with Soil or Granular Fill Under Concrete Slabs ASTM F1249: Test Method for Water Vapor Transmission Rate through Plastic Film and Sheeting using a Modulated Infrared Sensor ASTM D1709: Test Methods for Impact Resistance of Plastic Film by Free-Falling Dart Method ASTM D882: Test Method for Tensile Properties of Thin Plastic Sheeting ASTM E154: Standard Test Methods for Water Vapor Retarders used in Contact with Earth under Concrete Slabs, on Walls, or as Ground Cover Physical Properties: Water Vapor Permeance: 0.0071 perms Puncture Resistance: 3,500+ grams Tensile Strength: 97.7 lbf/in Thickness: 20-mil Dimensions: 14' x 105' (1,470 ft2) Roll Weight: 152 lbs Additional Benefits: Resists vapor diffusion and moisture intrusion Exceptional durability Resists deterioration Simple, dependable installation Available nationwide Life of the Building Warranty Stego Installation Support

STEGO – WRAP CLASS C VAPOR RETARDER (10-MIL)

A Reliable and Cost-Effective Solution to Reduce Moisture Migration Stego Wrap Class C 10-Mil Vapor Retarder is manufactured with a specific, advanced blend of premier polyolefin resins and additives to provide outstanding performance. This Class C Vapor Retarder is commonly utilized under below-grade interior slabs to reduce the amount of moisture vapor migrating from the ground into the building's concrete slab. The Stego Wrap Class C 10-Mil Vapor Retarder provides protection in a broad range of environments and may also be used in systems for the reduction of soil gas (radon and methane) migration. While still exceeding ASTM E1745 Class product requirements, Stego Wrap Class C 10-Mil Vapor Retarder provides an economical option for projects. Its many features include: Durable enough to prevent punctures and tears in light foot traffic construction conditions Helps shield from soil gases such as methane and radon Aids in protection against flooring failures Superior performance protection when compared to generic, recycled 6-mil poly Less vulnerable to deterioration when compared to generic, recycled 6-mil poly Exceeds ASTM E1745 Class C Made in the USA Stego Wrap Class C 10-Mil Vapor Retarder has low permeance, providing a high level of protection for a vapor retarder. Not as durable as the Stego Wrap Class A 10-Mil Vapor Retarder, this product can be an economical benefit in construction with light-machine or foot-traffic-only construction conditions. This product is compatible with Stego’s myriad of installation accessories, helping to meet the installation requirements of ASTM E1643. Engineered Performance – Life of the Building Protection Stego offers the first-of-its-kind warranty for its line of vapor barriers and retarders. The Stego Life of the Building Warranty reinforces its 20+ year track record without a single claim of product failures, making Stego the construction industry leader in below-slab barriers. The warranty matches the unparalleled Stego Installation Support - a FREE SERVICE designed to help achieve an effective installation and add value for project teams. APPLICABLE STANDARDS American Society for Testing & Materials (ASTM): ASTM E1745: Standard Specification for Water Vapor Retarders Used in Contact with Soil or Granular Fill Under Concrete Slabs ASTM F1249: Test Method for Water Vapor Transmission Rate through Plastic Film and Sheeting using a Modulated Infrared Sensor ASTM D1709: Test Methods for Impact Resistance of Plastic Film by Free-Falling Dart Method ASTM D882: Test Method for Tensile Properties of Thin Plastic Sheeting ASTM E154: Standard Test Methods for Water Vapor Retarders used in Contact with Earth under Concrete Slabs, on Walls, or as Ground Cover Physical Properties: Water Vapor Permeance: 0.0209 perms Puncture Resistance: 1,286 grams Tensile Strength: 49.16 lbf/in Thickness: 10-mil Dimensions: 14' x 210' (2,940 ft2) Roll Weight: 146 lbs Additional Benefits: Engineered for durability and longevity Reduces mold – moisture is one of the ingredients for mold, and with less moisture the likelihood of mold growth should also decrease Better flooring – without proper moisture protection, it is possible to have flooring failures Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) improvement – reduction in soil contaminants, mold, and mildew Available nationwide Life of the Building Warranty Stego Installation Support

STEGO – WRAP CLASS C VAPOR BARRIER (15-MIL)

The Most Specified Below-Slab Vapor Barrier in North America Stego Wrap 15-Mil Vapor Barrier is made from a proprietary blend of prime virgin resins and additives, a combination lending to great value and effectiveness in protecting the concrete slab from moisture intrusion. Backed by unparalleled project and educational support, Stego 15-Mil Vapor Barrier has not only become the flagship product of Stego Industries, but an industry leader as well. Design professionals, contractors and homeowners alike have come to rely on Stego Wrap 15-Mil Vapor Barrier to protect their most critical projects. A 20+ year track record of success and a first-of-its-kind Life of the Building Warranty, make Stego Wrap an industry-wide trusted product. Its many features include: Extremely low permeability to effectively prevent against moisture vapor and soil gas transmission Aids in protection against flooring failures 14' wide rolls minimize seams Exceeds ASTM E1745 Class A, B & C Made in the USA Infiltration of moisture from the ground through concrete slabs is a major building defect liability. Stego Wrap Vapor Barrier 15-Mil is designed not only for effectiveness but also for longevity. This vapor barrier is manufactured with only the highest grade of prime, virgin, polyolefin resins which allow this product to greatly resist degradation. This product is also engineered for superior strength and durability, never flakes and is resistant to tears, snags, punctures, and cracks. Stego Wrap 15-Mil Vapor Barrier has an extremely low permeance rating, which helps mitigate the risk of water vapor accumulation and the transmission of various soil gases. This helps to maintain the integrity of the building envelope and promotes indoor air quality by avoiding serious moisture-related issues. Engineered Performance – Life of the Building Protection Stego offers the first-of-its-kind warranty for its line of vapor barriers and retarders. The Stego Life of the Building Warranty reinforces its 20+ year track record without a single claim of product failures, making Stego the construction industry leader in below-slab barriers. The warranty matches the unparalleled Stego Installation Support - a FREE SERVICE designed to help achieve an effective installation and add value for project teams. APPLICABLE STANDARDS American Society for Testing & Materials (ASTM): ASTM E1745: Standard Specification for Water Vapor Retarders Used in Contact with Soil or Granular Fill Under Concrete Slabs ASTM F1249: Test Method for Water Vapor Transmission Rate through Plastic Film and Sheeting using a Modulated Infrared Sensor ASTM D1709: Test Methods for Impact Resistance of Plastic Film by Free-Falling Dart Method ASTM D882: Test Method for Tensile Properties of Thin Plastic Sheeting ASTM E154: Standard Test Methods for Water Vapor Retarders used in Contact with Earth under Concrete Slabs, on Walls, or as Ground Cover Physical Properties: Water Vapor Permeance: 0.0086 perms Puncture Resistance: 2,266 grams Tensile Strength: 70.6 lbf/in Thickness: 15-mil Dimensions: 14' x 140' (1,960 ft2) Roll Weight: 147 lbs Additional Benefits: Resists vapor diffusion and moisture intrusion Exceptional durability Resists deterioration Simple, dependable installation Reduces migration of soil gases, such as methane or radon Available nationwide Life of the Building Warranty Stego Installation Support

STEGO – WRAP CLASS C VAPOR RETARDER (10-MIL)

STEGO – WRAP CLASS A VAPOR RETARDER (10-MIL)

Durable, Permanent, Vapor Mitigation Stego Wrap Class A 10-Mil Vapor Retarder is a below-grade vapor retarder that is manufactured with a proprietary blend of prime virgin polyolefin resins and additives to provide outstanding efficacy. The Stego Wrap Class A Vapor Retarder is a technologically advanced material that provides moisture protection in a broad range of environments and may also be used in systems for the control of gases (radon and methane migration). The Stego Wrap Class A 10-Mil Vapor Retarder is an economical vapor protection option for projects not requiring 0.01 or less permeance, while still exceeding performance requirements of ASTM E1745 Class A. Its many features include: Excellent puncture resistance Helps shield from soil gases such as methane and radon Aids in protection against flooring failures Provides superb below-concrete vapor protection Less vulnerable to deterioration when compared to generic, recycled 6-mil poly Exceeds ASTM E1745 Class A, B & C Made in the USA