building paper

American  

noun

1. heavy paper used especially in the construction of frame buildings to block drafts, for insulation, etc.

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building paper British  

noun

1. any of various types of heavy-duty paper that usually consist of bitumen reinforced with fibre sandwiched between two sheets of kraft paper: used in damp-proofing or as insulation between the soil and a road surface

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Etymology

Origin of building paper

An Americanism dating back to 1870–75

Example Sentences

The lagging was then covered with building paper waterproofed with paraffine.

From Concrete Construction Methods and Costs by Gillette, Halbert Powers

For rabbits I wrap with building paper or wire screen.

From The Apple by Various

It burned steadily, disclosing a little, low room, papered with heavy building paper.

From The Bail Jumper by Stead, Robert J. C.

The frame was light, and the cabin was built with double boards, with building paper between, to keep out the cold wintry winds.

From The River Prophet by Coleman, Ralph P. (Ralph Pallen)

About six layers of building paper is thick enough for a fox head size.

From Home Taxidermy for Pleasure and Profit A Guide for Those Who Wish to Prepare and Mount Animals, Birds, Fish, Reptiles, etc., for Home, Den, or Office Decoration by Farnham, Albert B.