We hear so much about sustainability in the news that it’s becoming important to many homeowners and contractors to use more ...

The results indicated that with proper initial conditions, the risk of interstitial condensation was low, even without a vapor retarder[3 ... without a vapor barrier. The results showed no ...

Poorly installed vapor barriers are a significant issue in renovation ... Also, old concrete slabs without a functioning vapor retarder can lead to moisture issues. Q: How is this changing over ...

What you’ve done is place a moisture vapor retarder, or even a barrier, over an existing floor that was intact despite moisture below and in the slab. Once the floor has been covered ...

Verdant spruce clads the T-shaped plan, which has a pile foundation that minimizes concrete and wood fiber insulation.

Moisture is something to be managed. A vapor barrier can cut down on earthy smells, mildew, and general humidity.

Installing a vapor barrier is one of the most effective ways to manage this issue. A water vapor barrier is a moisture-resistant material, typically made of heavy duty plastic sheeting.

A new study has challenged conventional wisdom on oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) catalysts by uncovering a novel reaction ...

On its 12th test flight, the Boom XB-1 prototype broke the sound barrier three times and achieved a top speed of Mach 1.1. On its 12th test flight, the Boom XB-1 prototype broke the sound barrier ...