Can Tyvek Be Sewn

Type 14 styles of Tyvek®, known as “soft-structure”, are “soft”, point-bonded products with an embossed pattern, providing a fabric-like flexible substrate with outstanding tear resistance. Easily sewn into covers and sleeves, you can custom fabricate Type 14 to suit your specific needs.

How do you stick Tyvek together?

1. Wipe the pieces of Tyvek with a soft cloth or rag to remove any loose dust and dirt. …
2. Lay the two pieces of Tyvek on a flat surface.
3. Apply a layer of a water-based adhesive to one side of the piece of Tyvek you want to glue.
4. Spread the glue with a paintbrush or sponge.

How waterproof is Tyvek?

It is completely waterproof, and keeps all of its strength when wet. It is easy to sterilize, and once made into packaging is able to maintain sterile for many years. For this reason, Tyvek material has been used in a vast variety of contexts over the past 60 years.