Job one, then, was installing a vapor barrier. This is just a 4 or 6 mil plastic sheet around the outside of the shower area — a last defense if water gets through everything else we will put in its way. Some people say not to do it, others say it’s essential; it was easy,...
Installing an extra waterproof vapor barrier is unnecessary when you opt for 3M Thinsulate. 4. Weight and space efficiency Your campervan’s weight and space constraints are always a consideration for all aspects of your van conversion. Lightweight and space-efficient insulation materials, like ...
Remember to cover the insulation with a vapor barrier to protect against moisture. How can I attach the camper shell to my vehicle? The method of attachment will vary depending on your vehicle and the design of the camper shell. Common methods include:...
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I used a house wrap and stapled it around the house to provide an additional layer of protection against moisture and wind. House wrap acts as a barrier, preventing water from infiltrating the walls while still allowing moisture vapor to escape, which helps in maintaining the structural integrity...
The perfect crawl space is clean, dry and sealed. Ours was not. To remedy our sick crawl space, I planned to first address the standing water and after,install a vapor barrier over the crawl spaceto further reduce moisture and soil gas transmission into our living space. ...
Remove all old flooring materials and clean the subfloor before installing Pergo flooring. Lay down a vapor barrier if you have a concrete subfloor. Place an underlayment to smooth out the subfloor before laying Pergo planks. Lay Pergo planks row by row snapping each one into place. Trim th...