There’s a lot of confusion about vapor barriers. How do they work? Do you need one in your basement? How do you install them? And so on.
Today, we’re going to clear the air (pun intended) and talk about vapor barriers once and for all.
The best home humidity level is somewhat subjective, but there are guidelines that you ignore at your peril. In this article, we find out what the best humidity levels are during the winter and summer. We also discuss your options for controling humidity for comfort and health.
Some dehumidifiers share a lot in common with AC units and heat pumps. In this article, we look at the benefits of a home dehumidifier, how they work and more.
When you think of humidity, you probably also think of heat; after all, they tend to go hand in hand. That said, most people who live in those high-humidity areas depend on their air conditioners.
It’s been said that air conditioners dehumidify the air as they run—but is it true?
Moisture and vapor barriers are two terms that are often used interchangeably in the construction industry—but they’re not the same thing.
There’s no denying that both materials are used to resist water penetration – the key reason these two words are almost always used interchangeably – but it is imperative to understand that the reasons each material is used differ.
Whether you’re having your dream home constructed or remodeling your basement, you may be thinking about installing vapor barriers to keep moisture and mold from ruining the structure’s integrity.
However, to most homeowners’ surprise, installing vapor barriers in the basement isn’t always a good idea.
It’s your worst nightmare—your shower and laundry smell like a sewer, and you have guests coming to stay for the weekend. You know they would understand, but it would be much better to fix the problem, for your sake as much as theirs.
But where do you start?
