Covering Insulation With Plastic Sheeting

Fiberglass insulation will not degrade unless exposed to water.

Covering insulation with plastic sheeting.

There can be no paper on any insulation that is not covered with wall board in case of a fire. This plastic can be used to cover crawl spaces and as a temporary cover for equipment and supplies. The fiber could become airborne if a vent is blowing on it or it is disturbed in some way. Most insulation is made of fiberglass and fits into the walls between the studs before drywall is installed.

Measure the length of the wall. Commonly used under concrete slabs as a vapor barrier and on top of freshly poured slabs as a curing blanket. Homeowners use plastic to cover their crawl spaces to control moisture and create a barrier against vapor. Plastic sheeting can also help turn a crawl space into a usable storage area.

Stretch the plastic sheet tightly across the top of the wall and staple it to the studs and plates. Pull out enough to equal the length of the wall plus an extra 2 to 3. Plastic the hdx 20 ft. If the insulation is in your basement ceiling again it is okay to put up plastic.

It can be covered with a plastic vapor barrier to protect your home air quality. Unroll a length of 4 mil polyethylene commonly called either poly or simply plastic sheeting. The hdx 20 ft. 12 ft x 400 ft clear 0 31 mil plastic sheeting.

Without such a barrier condensation can infiltrate your home s walls and insulation creating a substantial risk of mold and mildew. This heavy duty sheeting is white colored and can cover up to 2 000 sq. Install the plastic sheeting only after the insulation wiring and plumbing have been completed. The best vapor barrier to use is roll of plastic sheeting.

The husky plastic sheeting can be used as a vapor and moisture barrier for concrete to cover equipment and as a paint drop cloth for floors. Item 491792 model hslw12 400.