Currently the kraft paper vapor barrier on the fiberglass insulation is facing to the outside.This seems backwards. I thought the vapor barrier is always to the living space, but I am not familiar with procedure when the face brick exterior is considered.
2006-09-04 00:02:18 · 4 answers · asked by Frank A 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
The kraft paper should be to the inside of the living space.
2006-09-04 00:04:54 · answer #1 · answered by ihavetriedseveralnamesnow 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The vapor barrier faces into the living area. EXCEPT in only one situation: Below grade. The vapor barrier goes between the masonry and the insulation or moisture will build up and smell moldy.
2006-09-06 15:34:11 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It does not make a difference with the brick or siding, the Vapor barrier faces inside, the purpose is to keep moisture from going out through the wall- in the old days of wood siding and paint, that moisture would cause paint to blister and peel.
2006-09-04 01:15:12 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Vapor barrier should always face the living area.
2006-09-05 04:50:07 · answer #4 · answered by big_mustache 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋