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Old 22nd Dec 2018, 11:54 am   #87
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Default Re: Thermal insulation for a wooden shed: advice, please.

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Originally Posted by Skywave View Post

So, a question: do I need to install a vapour barrier between the wooden floor and the lino.? If 'yes', then the whole cabin will - in effect - be an 'enclosed plastic bag', as far as water vapour production in the cabin is concerned.

Your advice will be appreciated; thank you.

Al.
No need for a vapour barrier on the floor, the chances of condensation on the floor surface is virtually zilch, the structural bits supporting the floor boards and the underside of the floor boards themselves are ventilated so no problem there either.

Lawrence.
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