{"product_id":"laticrete-air-water-barrier","title":"Laticrete Air \u0026 Water Barrier","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;div:has([data-free-thinking-preview-answer=true])+:is(.text-message,.relative:has(\u0026gt;.text-message))]:-mt-2 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"LR5Y_W_content markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eProfessional-Grade Protection for Masonry Veneer \u0026amp; Exterior Wall Systems\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eLATICRETE MVIS™ Air \u0026amp; Water Barrier is a high-performance, single-component, fluid-applied membrane engineered to protect building envelopes from water intrusion and air leakage while providing crack isolation. Designed as part of the LATICRETE Masonry Veneer Installation System (MVIS™), it creates a seamless, flexible membrane behind thin brick, natural stone, manufactured stone, and other approved exterior wall finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIts water-based, self-curing formula bonds directly to a variety of properly prepared substrates and is vapor permeable, helping allow moisture vapor to escape while resisting water penetration. The result is a durable, continuous barrier designed to enhance long-term building performance, energy efficiency, and protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater \u0026amp; Air Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creates a continuous barrier that helps protect wall assemblies from water intrusion and unwanted air leakage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeamless Application:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fluid-applied formula forms a monolithic membrane without the seams associated with traditional sheet-applied barriers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVapor Permeable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allows moisture vapor to escape while helping prevent exterior water from entering the wall assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrack Isolation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flexible elastomeric formulation helps protect finished veneer systems from movement and minor substrate cracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent Bond Strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides a suitable surface for approved polymer-fortified mortars used to install adhered masonry veneer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow-VOC, Water-Based Formula:\u003c\/strong\u003e Single-component, self-curing formulation is easy to apply and requires no field mixing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicroban® Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Incorporates antimicrobial technology to help inhibit the growth of mold and mildew on the membrane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCode \u0026amp; Performance Tested:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meets applicable performance standards including ASTM E2357 for air leakage and ASTM D1970 for nail sealability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnergy-Efficient Building Envelope:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps reduce uncontrolled air leakage, supporting improved overall building-envelope performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable dir=\"auto\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLATICRETE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMVIS™ Air \u0026amp; Water Barrier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle-component elastomeric membrane\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFluid-applied\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormula\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater-based, self-curing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerformance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaterproofing, air barrier \u0026amp; crack isolation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVapor Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVapor permeable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-gallon | 12.5 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApprox. Coverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp 150 SF \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable Finishes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThin brick, manufactured stone, natural stone \u0026amp; approved exterior claddings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eRecommended Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDesigned for residential, commercial, and industrial wall assemblies, MVIS™ Air \u0026amp; Water Barrier is particularly well suited for use behind adhered masonry veneer, thin brick, natural stone, manufactured stone, and other approved exterior finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIt can be applied over properly prepared concrete, CMU, cement plaster, cement backer board, and approved framed wall assemblies to create a durable protective layer before installation of the finished veneer system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eApplication \u0026amp; Coverage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eMVIS™ Air \u0026amp; Water Barrier is fluid-applied to a clean, sound, and properly prepared substrate to create a continuous membrane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe membrane is self-curing, with cure times dependent on temperature, humidity, airflow, and application conditions. Follow current LATICRETE requirements for membrane thickness, detailing, transitions, penetrations, and curing before installing subsequent materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eMVIS™ System Integration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eMVIS™ Air \u0026amp; Water Barrier is designed to work as part of the complete LATICRETE Masonry Veneer Installation System. When used with compatible MVIS components—including approved tapes, primers, and polymer-fortified veneer mortars—it helps create an integrated wall system engineered for long-term protection and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coverage and cure times are approximate and may vary based on jobsite conditions and application requirements. 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