How long is the shelf life of the waterproof and breathable membrane?

1. Type of material

There are different types of waterproof and breathable membranes. Depending on the material, its shelf life will vary. For example, the shelf life of some polyurethane waterproof and breathable membranes will be relatively short, while the shelf life of gas waterproof and breathable membranes will be relatively long.

2. Material production process

The production process of waterproof and breathable membrane is also a factor affecting its shelf life. If it adopts advanced manufacturing technology and the quality is stable, then its shelf life will be longer.

3. Storage conditions

Waterproof and breathable membranes are also susceptible to damage during storage. If the storage conditions are not good, the waterproof and breathable membrane is easy to get damp, deform, reduce performance, and shorten the shelf life. Therefore, keeping the storage environment of the waterproof and breathable membrane dry, ventilated, avoiding direct sunlight, and storing it at an appropriate temperature can prolong its service life.

4. Use environment

The waterproof and breathable membrane will have different service life under different usage environments. For example, a vent used outdoors will be different than a vent used indoors. Therefore, the use environment should be fully considered when selecting an appropriate waterproof and breathable membrane.